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.
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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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8 u# N2 p5 F5 ^3 UAdministrative 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;
+ s' n: d) `6 [2 D0 s( w& h3 x* G•        Spearheading the further develop our social enterprise;
5 O* c1 i  T4 G6 t; U* `& c1 E•        Risk Management and succession planning;

4 ]* B4 d/ e2 h8 L3 F( c1 kProgram Duties and Responsibilities include:  
•        Maintaining comprehensive and objective contact notes related to child or conversations with others about child;
  x! k, y0 a: I•        Maintaining confidentiality related to all participant information;
6 y) s# E* P* {" b2 `5 H+ h; D6 F3 m•        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
•        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;

. p9 x8 ~! w! e1 O* S0 jQualifications:
•        Degree in communications, human services or related field;
7 f# n# I3 Z0 m$ U1 a& {•        Extensive knowledge of the not for profit or voluntary sector;
•        Knowledge of all federal and provincial legislation applicable to voluntary sector organizations;  
2 N1 a5 \' [; t1 U5 Y0 M•        Excellent oral and written communication skills with experience in writing funding proposals and reports a must;
: w' L' k1 V9 P5 ~' `$ R8 i•        The abilities to multi-task, creatively problem solve, communicate effectively, foster teamwork, and build relationships are critical.
' @+ n. F! Z, O9 a( X) _7 q% i# n•        Extensive experience in group facilitation and working with children;
( X/ p0 v; B7 j  N•        Current certificates in Aboriginal Cultural Awareness, Suicide Intervention, Standard First Aid and CPR, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention are preferred;
•        Clear CYIM, Security Clearance, and Driver’s Abstract;
. u# m, Q  n; U* k; m! o7 t•        Current valid drivers license;
•        Knowledge of and comfort with the implementation of behavioural intervention strategies;
•        Conflict resolution skills;
3 H  w# x7 m' [% X•        Clear understanding of professional boundaries;
•        Committed and passionate about children;
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Salary is negotiable and will depend on qualifications and experience.


How to Apply:
+ R) }6 c4 K2 t* A1 g8 k8 |2 z. d) BSubmit your resume by mail, email or fax to:
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Kristi Beckett, Executive Director, Abbottsfield Youth Project (AYP) Society
#256, 3210-118 Ave
Edmonton, AB
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The closing date for this position is Wednesday April 25, 2012
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