Program Manager Abbottsfield Youth Project

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Job Title:        Program Manager Abbottsfield Youth Project

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$ t, c: X3 Y2 E) c+ `( a& O2 e2 eTo 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)

Administrative Duties and Responsibilities include:
0 I# N" ]0 d) S3 Z•        Working together with the Executive Director to solidify new funding opportunities and write funding reports as needed;
. J& x& i. Y, Y3 F4 H2 k9 S•        Supporting in the overall development of programs and activities that benefit our community and our children;
& W: E/ O3 l2 ?•        Maintaining and evaluating program outcomes;
9 X7 a# F' q2 S# m5 r0 k•        Spearheading the further develop our social enterprise;
1 J: v  h/ W0 _& b$ u, P•        Risk Management and succession planning;

8 i5 q, H9 K6 c: {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;
•        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;
5 ~  g3 h! C  B! @•        Building and maintaining positive relationships with children in groups;
' p; P. }+ p) @# [, v•        Participating in the planning and implementation of family activities for participants & families;
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Qualifications:
•        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;
•        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;
. u- K. D5 T2 q# d0 \* F4 `•        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;
•        Current valid drivers license;
+ t: B- ~5 s3 d•        Knowledge of and comfort with the implementation of behavioural intervention strategies;
/ C" S# `, g! Y# C1 J& D•        Conflict resolution skills;
•        Clear understanding of professional boundaries;
1 N. i+ i+ W# R# n  \! }+ u•        Committed and passionate about children;
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Salary is negotiable and will depend on qualifications and experience.
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How to Apply:
Submit your resume by mail, email or fax to:

Kristi Beckett, Executive Director, Abbottsfield Youth Project (AYP) Society
#256, 3210-118 Ave
Edmonton, AB
T5W 4W1

4 q$ R% A" z' XEmail:  kristi@ayp.ca
Fax: 780-477-2022  
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0 u0 f. U( L# ]4 p! qThe closing date for this position is Wednesday April 25, 2012