Annual Salary: $44,990.40 (Under Review)YMCA Membership Benefits upon hireLTD, Group Life, AD&D, Health and Dental after 3-month probationary periodEligible to enroll in the YMCA of Niagara Pension Plan after 1 year of serviceEmployment Type: Full Time - 40 hours per weekOccasional early mornings, evening and weekend hours.Vacancies 1Placement Date October 2026Work for a charity that ignites the potential in people. Every. Single. Day.At the YMCA of Niagara, you'll be part of a purpose-led organization with a clear focus on community well-being. Our work is powered by relationships and grounded in inclusion. We support people of all ages and circumstances with opportunities that build health, belonging, and connection so individuals and families can grow, lead, and give back.For more than 165 years, we have been part of the fabric of this region, evolving alongside Niagara and showing up where the need is greatest. With a presence in over 125 program sites, we continue to expand what well-being can look like, creating welcoming spaces where more people can participate and feel they belong.Guided by our shared values of caring, health, honesty, inclusiveness, respect, advocacy, and responsibility, the YMCA offers meaningful roles where your work is felt every day. If you're ready to bring energy and care to a team that keeps moving forward, you'll find purpose here.NATURE & SCOPEThe Program Coordinator – Child and Youth is responsible for the planning and development of all child and youth programs. The coordinator will work with internal and external partners to ensure the growth and retention of membership and program delivery service excellence.RESPONSIBILITIESRole models commitment and service excellence through the direct delivery of quality Programs; including drop in, recreational, skill based, Child Minding and other initiatives serving children and youth.Develop and sustain valuable member, volunteer, staff,



and partner relations daily.Plan and manage departmental budget(s).Coordinate the following Human resources functions for the staff/volunteer team: recruitment/selection, training, coaching, performance management, recognition.Demonstrates an appreciation and desire to generously serve all by planning and ensuring delivery of programs and services that meet member needs and YMCA standards.Understand and support YMCA philanthropic initiatives.Transition to a leadership role in YMCA Day Camp during school breaks and the summer months.Work as a member of the senior staff team to support branch operations and association initiatives.Monitor commitment to service excellence by role modelling and maintaining Y WAY standards.Other duties as required.QUALIFICATIONSPost secondary diploma or degree in Recreation, Children's Studies, or related field.Minimum 3 years related work experience.Minimum 3 years staff/volunteer supervisory experience.Current Intermediate First Aid with CPR C and AED.Upon hiring, a clear and satisfactory criminal record check inclusive of the vulnerable sector search (PVSC)issued for the YMCA of Niagara.COMPETENCIESCoaching and DevelopmentCommits to assisting members, volunteers, staff and self in continuous learning and development.Planning and OrganizingEstablishes a clearly defined and effective course of action for self and others to accomplish short- and long-term work goals.Problem SolvingIdentifies an issue and works towards a solution.Relationship Building and CollaborationBuilds positive interactions both internally and externally to achieve work related goalsPhilanthropyDemonstrates a personal responsibility for the YMCA as a charity.IntegrityAlways demonstrates responsible behaviour and maintains high ethical standards.Service OrientationDeliberately identifies and creates opportunities to enhance every individual's YMCA experience.For more information on other opportunities at the YMCA of Niagara, please visit: ymcaofniagara.Org

📌 Program Coordinator - Child & Youth (Welland)
🏢 YMCA of Niagara
📍 Welland