: Wellness Program Coordinator

Location: Amherst

Salary: $19.50 to 23.00 hourly

Job type: Full time

Work Term: 12 month Contract

Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience: Will train or equivalent experience

Work Language: English

Hours: 35 hours per week

Position Summary The Wellness Program Coordinator plays a key role in advancing the YMCA of Cumberland’s commitment to building healthy, connected, and resilient communities. This position develops and coordinates programs and initiatives that support the physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being of children, youth, families, and community members.

With a particular focus on youth and senior programming, food security, community engagement, and access to resources, the Community Wellness Coordinator works directly with community members and provides a range of facilitated activities. This is a highly collaborative, community-based role suited to someone who is energetic, organized, compassionate, and committed to creating meaningful opportunities for people of all ages.

Role and Responsibilities

· Develop, coordinate, and deliver engaging programs and activities that promote the well-being and healthy development of children and youth.

· Support youth through positive recreational, educational, social, leadership, and skill-development opportunities.

· Create safe, welcoming, and inclusive environments where young people feel a sense of belonging.

· Incorporate physical activity, mental wellness, healthy living, social connection, life skills, and personal development into youth programming.





· Engage youth in identifying their interests, priorities, and community needs.

· Coordinate youth-focused workshops, events, camps, drop-in programs, and special initiatives as required.

· Support programs such as community meals, food distribution, food hampers, and community gardens

· Assist with food procurement, inventory, distribution, program logistics, and record keeping as required.

· Coordinate program schedules, registrations, facilities, supplies, equipment, transportation, and other operational requirements.

· Maintain accurate attendance, participation, volunteer, inventory, and program records.

Qualifications

· Post-secondary education in community development, recreation, health promotion, social services, child and youth care, public health, nutrition, food security, education, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

· Experience working with children, youth, families, or community members.

· Experience coordinating community programs, events, outreach initiatives, or volunteer-driven activities.

Assets include

· Experience in youth programming, youth leadership, recreation, or camp programming.

· Experience with food security, food access, community kitchens, food distribution, nutrition education, or community gardens.





· Knowledge of community resources and social services within Cumberland County.

· Experience coordinating volunteers.

· Experience with grants, program evaluation, outcome measurement, or funder reporting.

· First Aid/CPR certification.

· Mental Health First Aid or other relevant wellness training.

· Food handling certification or related food safety training.

Security and Safety: Bondable, Criminal record check, Child abuse registry check

Transportation/Travel Information: Valid driver's licence

Personal Suitability: Excellent oral communication, Judgement, Excellent written communication, Initiative, Effective interpersonal skills, Team player, Client focus, Flexibility.

To apply, please email your cover letter and resume in PDF format to [email protected]

We appreciate all applications, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The YMCA of Cumberland is an equal opportunity employer that values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion in our Association. We are committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.

Pay: $19.50-$23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35.0 per week

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Application question(s):
- Do you have your own vehicle?

Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Wellness Program Coordinator (Amherst)
🏢 YMCA of Cumberland
📍 Amherst