Be the Spark! Join our passionate team and help us to achieve great things in our community.

The YMCA of Fredericton is a leading charity that responds to critical social needs in the community and works to provide solutions. By nurturing the potential of children, youth, and adults, the YMCA connects people to life-building opportunities as well as to each other and enhances their quality of life.

Employee Benefits

- YMCA of Fredericton membership
- Nationwide access to other YMCAs
- Complimentary career development & training (including Continuing Education Credits, re-certifications, etc.)
- Staff appreciation events
- Employee recognition
- Flexible work arrangements

POSITION OVERVIEW

Under the supervision of the Manager of Child Care, this combined position supports the full inclusion of

children in the Early Learning program during the morning and provides versatile educator coverage in the

School-Age program during the afternoon. The employee works collaboratively with educators and management

to foster safe, inclusive, engaging environments where children can participate, develop independence, build

relationships, and experience a sense of belonging.

General YMCA Responsibilities

- Demonstrates appropriate behaviours in line with our mission, vision and values as reflected in our YMCA competencies; takes a member focused approach to increase their understanding of programs offered across the association. Represents the YMCA and the association in a professional manner.
- Understands the legal responsibilities and moral imperative to report suspected child abuse to Child Protection Services.
- Understands the importance of the volunteer staff partnership and integrates the value of philanthropy and volunteerism in dealings with members, volunteers, donors and staff.
- Other duties as assigned.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

The employee is responsible for fulfilling the duties of both assignments during the scheduled hours, maintaining continuous active supervision, and meeting YMCA policies and New Brunswick Early Learning and Child Care Licensing Standards.

Morning Assignment: Inclusion Support Worker (9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.)

Direct Support and Inclusion Practices

- Provide compassionate, individualized assistance to children requiring support during daily routines, activities, and transitions.
- Use strength-based, child-centred observations to identify needs, interests, abilities, and effective support strategies.
- Implement established inclusion strategies, accommodations, and Inclusion Support Plans (ISP) to remove barriers to participation.
- Support children in developing friendships, communication, self-regulation, positive behaviour, and independence.
- Maintain 100% active supervision while supporting children individually and within shared group environments.
- Actively sit, stand, move, and engage with children during activities, transitions, and routines.

Observation, Documentation and Planning

- Complete thoughtful observations and documentation of inclusion needs, participation, and progress.
- Collaborate with the Manager, educators, families, and service providers in the development and implementation of ISPs.
- Review progress and adapt support strategies in consultation with the program team.
- Maintain accurate and confidential observations, plans, and communication records.

Collaboration, Family Engagement and Environment

- Engage families as partners in planning and decision-making, in collaboration with the program team.
- Communicate consistently with Early Childhood Educators regarding effective strategies and follow-through.




- Coordinate with external specialists and service providers when appropriate and with required consent.
- Support adaptations to schedules, environments, materials, and routines to improve access and participation.
- Model inclusive language, respectful interactions, and supportive strategies throughout the program.

AFTERNOON ASSIGNMENT: SCHOOL-AGE FLOATER (1:30 P.M. - 5:30 P.M.)

Provide flexible support across assigned School-Age groups and program areas, responding to daily operational and staffing needs as directed by the Manager of Child Care or designate.

Direct Child Care, Floater Coverage and Supervision

- Provide active, attentive supervision and support safe staff-to-child ratios in assigned groups and locations.
- Move between School-Age groups as directed to support educators, transitions, program operations, and coverage needs.
- Engage positively with children during indoor and outdoor play, gym activities, swimming, and snack times, where applicable.
- Support social, emotional, and physical development using positive guidance, respectful interactions, and inclusive practices.
- Communicate clearly with receiving and departing educators when moving between groups to maintain continuity of supervision.

Program Implementation and Transitions

- Assist with the delivery of age-appropriate recreational, creative, social, and physical activities.
- Adapt activities to meet children's diverse abilities, interests, and support needs.
- Encourage teamwork, cooperation, friendships, and respectful behaviour.
- Assist with school pick-up, walking routes, bus transportation, arrivals, and other transitions as assigned, following YMCA procedures.
- Follow group-specific attendance, sign-in, sign-out, and child release procedures.

SHARED RESPONSIBILITIES - BOTH ASSIGNMENTS

Administrative Duties and Reporting

- Complete all required documentation accurately and promptly, including observations, attendance, incident reports, behaviour documentation, and communication logs as applicable.
- Immediately report incidents, injuries, significant concerns, or changes in a child's support needs to the Manager of Child Care.
- Protect the privacy of children and families and maintain confidentiality in all records and conversations.

Relationships with Children, Families and Colleagues

- Build positive, trusting, professional relationships with children, families, educators, and service providers.
- Communicate appropriate program updates and child-related information to families in accordance with YMCA procedures.
- Work collaboratively with educators, support workers, relief staff, and management to ensure consistency and high-quality care.

Facility Maintenance, Health and Safety

- Help maintain clean, organized, protected, and inclusive learning and recreation environments.
- Promote proper hygiene, including handwashing, respiratory etiquette, and cleanliness before and after meals or activities.
- Clean and sanitize program materials and activity areas, and conduct safety checks as required.
- Follow all health, safety, emergency, safeguarding, and risk-management procedures.

Teamwork and Professional Conduct

- Attend mandatory meetings, professional development, and required training.
- Read, understand, and comply with the YMCA Staff Handbook,



Child Protection policies, inclusion practices, and licensing requirements.
- Demonstrate YMCA values in interactions with children, families, coworkers, and the community.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

- Ability to stand, walk, bend, crouch, kneel, and sit on the floor while actively engaging with children.
- Participate in outdoor play, gym activities, transitions, and other active programming in varied weather and noise conditions.
- Ability to swim and safely support children in chest-deep water during aquatic activities, where applicable.
- Ability to accompany children on walking routes and buses, where assigned.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience supporting children with diverse abilities in child care, education, or inclusion settings.
- Experience working with school-aged children in child care, recreation, or educational settings.
- Knowledge of child development, inclusive practices, accommodations, and New Brunswick Early Learning and Child Care Licensing Standards.
- Strong observation, documentation, organization, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently when assigned and collaboratively as part of a team.

Required Certifications and Clearances

- Standard First Aid and Level C CPR.
- Social Development (SD) Check.
- Clear Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check.

RISK MANAGEMENT AND ACCOUNTABILITY

- Maintain continuous active supervision and uphold required staffing ratios during all assigned program times.
- Document and promptly report incidents, injuries, and safety concerns to the Manager of Child Care.
- Apply sound professional judgment to prevent injury and reduce risk.
- Comply with YMCA policies, Child Protection procedures, inclusion expectations, and applicable licensing standards.

WORKING CONDITIONS

- The regular work assignment is 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. in Inclusion Support and 1:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. in School-Age programming.
- Program assignments, group coverage, and school pick-up duties may change according to operational needs.
- Walking to local schools may require 15-30 minutes of walking in varying weather conditions, where assigned.
- Employees are responsible for transportation to and from work and may be required to administer First Aid or CPR.
- The employee must comply with New Brunswick licensing requirements and cooperate with inspections.

Competencies Required

- Commitment to Organization Vision and Values: Demonstrates and promotes a personal understanding of and appreciation for the mission, vision, strategic outcomes and values.
- Participant focused: Commits to assisting each participant (child or adult) in the development of new skills in a fun and safe manner.
- Self-Management: Works independently with minimal supervision.
- Communication: Communicates in a thorough, clear and timely manner and support information sharing and goal achievement across the YMCA.
- Professionalism: Professionally represent the YMCA to members and visitors at all times.
- Integrity: Demonstrates responsible behaviour at all times and maintains high ethical standards.
- Service Oriented: Deliberately identifies and creates opportunities to enhance each and every individual’s YMCA experience.

Note: Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Sector Screening and proof of certifications, if applicable. Employees will be required to complete online YMCA Safeguarding Training.

Pay: From $15.90 per hour

Expected hours: 35.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Inclusion Support Worker / School-Age Floater (Fredericton)
🏢 YMCA of Fredericton
📍 Fredericton