Program Manager Abbottsfield Youth Project

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Job Title:        Program Manager Abbottsfield Youth Project
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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.

2 U6 s, H& }! S* Z. Z& @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)
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% [; ]9 t/ O  MAdministrative Duties and Responsibilities include:
•        Working together with the Executive Director to solidify new funding opportunities and write funding reports as needed;
•        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;
•        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;
' T6 U/ w& X/ Y) d6 r•        Maintaining confidentiality related to all participant information;
•        Liaising and/or advocate with school personnel, parent/guardian, and child, as required;
•        Creatively planning, organizing, and evaluating small group and one-to-one activities
+ p9 C: A' j; ?% g6 n•        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;
•        Building and maintaining positive relationships with children in groups;
•        Participating in the planning and implementation of family activities for participants & families;

0 ?( c+ @, P) T! M- [' UQualifications:
•        Degree in communications, human services or related field;
7 T  |  O$ w; D3 W+ D•        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;
2 y7 N' M6 r7 j$ N  Q( M•        The abilities to multi-task, creatively problem solve, communicate effectively, foster teamwork, and build relationships are critical.
: t& ]4 c3 v  }6 o•        Extensive experience in group facilitation and working with children;
! ~2 J  o/ P+ ?  j) i•        Current certificates in Aboriginal Cultural Awareness, Suicide Intervention, Standard First Aid and CPR, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention are preferred;
" F: b. |6 M: {•        Clear CYIM, Security Clearance, and Driver’s Abstract;
8 {6 \/ j) ~  w3 ], Q•        Current valid drivers license;
•        Knowledge of and comfort with the implementation of behavioural intervention strategies;
6 ?# S# U9 ]+ D. {•        Conflict resolution skills;
•        Clear understanding of professional boundaries;
2 O, L! _% Z8 ^* I•        Committed and passionate about children;
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9 j9 o- @& w  y9 T2 _1 BSalary is negotiable and will depend on qualifications and experience.


How to Apply:
Submit your resume by mail, email or fax to:

Kristi Beckett, Executive Director, Abbottsfield Youth Project (AYP) Society
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Edmonton, AB
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! Y1 G, }5 j1 b/ N9 oEmail:  kristi@ayp.ca
8 r# C/ {3 F* Z" q5 ^Fax: 780-477-2022  
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The closing date for this position is Wednesday April 25, 2012