Program Manager Abbottsfield Youth Project

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Job Title:        Program Manager Abbottsfield Youth Project

Job Purpose:
To support the Executive Director with fundraising, special events and will be instrumental in the development of our Social Enterprise.  This position will also be working directly with children 6-12 years old to teach life skills such as self esteem, communication skills, peer relations using recreation and physical activities to promote growth.  Small group facilitation, one-to-ones, family support, advocacy and referrals are used to achieve program outcomes.
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" O/ U% Y% H, e6 f9 [$ ^This is a full time, one year term position working 37.5 hours per week with 10-15 hours per week dedicated to the children’s programming.   (Continuation of this position will depend on available funding)

Administrative Duties and Responsibilities include:
•        Working together with the Executive Director to solidify new funding opportunities and write funding reports as needed;
( d2 X% F# G8 p! @# k•        Supporting in the overall development of programs and activities that benefit our community and our children;
•        Maintaining and evaluating program outcomes;
•        Spearheading the further develop our social enterprise;
/ L, b8 }3 h, l- {•        Risk Management and succession planning;
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Program Duties and Responsibilities include:  
•        Maintaining comprehensive and objective contact notes related to child or conversations with others about child;
•        Maintaining confidentiality related to all participant information;
•        Liaising and/or advocate with school personnel, parent/guardian, and child, as required;
# `$ a. S* F" |. O! u•        Creatively planning, organizing, and evaluating small group and one-to-one activities
•        Participating in establishing achievable program outcomes and employ group strategies and activities to achieve the same;
•        Meeting with participants on a one-to-one basis to help them achieve success with their goals;
$ x8 f/ L* S" R2 E: w•        Building and maintaining positive relationships with children in groups;
( Y% R5 A' h+ P  ?( r1 Q$ w+ I; x5 m•        Participating in the planning and implementation of family activities for participants & families;
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8 j% B/ [6 d# |: uQualifications:
•        Degree in communications, human services or related field;
•        Extensive knowledge of the not for profit or voluntary sector;
•        Knowledge of all federal and provincial legislation applicable to voluntary sector organizations;  
•        Excellent oral and written communication skills with experience in writing funding proposals and reports a must;
! L9 }1 A9 ]- Y2 f. u8 @% C3 H•        The abilities to multi-task, creatively problem solve, communicate effectively, foster teamwork, and build relationships are critical.
•        Extensive experience in group facilitation and working with children;
•        Current certificates in Aboriginal Cultural Awareness, Suicide Intervention, Standard First Aid and CPR, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention are preferred;
% F, H: ^# U6 ~•        Clear CYIM, Security Clearance, and Driver’s Abstract;
( W; }% X+ R9 C8 v: t# X/ j+ m' L•        Current valid drivers license;
•        Knowledge of and comfort with the implementation of behavioural intervention strategies;
•        Conflict resolution skills;
•        Clear understanding of professional boundaries;
$ u( d$ N6 a+ \•        Committed and passionate about children;


Salary is negotiable and will depend on qualifications and experience.


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Submit your resume by mail, email or fax to:
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Kristi Beckett, Executive Director, Abbottsfield Youth Project (AYP) Society
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Edmonton, AB
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, B$ |5 k6 U/ d, lEmail:  kristi@ayp.ca
8 b9 c6 w! X0 H1 _Fax: 780-477-2022  
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The closing date for this position is Wednesday April 25, 2012
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