Program Manager Abbottsfield Youth Project

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Job Title:        Program Manager Abbottsfield Youth Project
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& O. m, q. ]* C7 s& Y8 t+ \; R- XJob 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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' Q  ]7 m' R; \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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Administrative Duties and Responsibilities include:
* A6 z2 ?9 v4 q% R8 I9 f5 m9 w4 _•        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;

8 f! r% e# U4 n; c% |Program Duties and Responsibilities include:  
•        Maintaining comprehensive and objective contact notes related to child or conversations with others about child;
8 K* j0 y$ k) a, M6 E, S- K9 Q•        Maintaining confidentiality related to all participant information;
•        Liaising and/or advocate with school personnel, parent/guardian, and child, as required;
$ Z/ P8 {7 [5 w•        Creatively planning, organizing, and evaluating small group and one-to-one activities
" b0 m+ u0 k' l& L# B/ M  c1 X•        Participating in establishing achievable program outcomes and employ group strategies and activities to achieve the same;
) f& e0 h" _8 |+ e' y6 v, e•        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;
0 U  n! B& o6 M" `•        Participating in the planning and implementation of family activities for participants & families;

Qualifications:
1 |8 U: P! o9 I% F* h0 O: ~& a7 b•        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;  
& Q5 L; C2 G7 u) p7 U•        Excellent oral and written communication skills with experience in writing funding proposals and reports a must;
9 y( a+ k) B/ M% E•        The abilities to multi-task, creatively problem solve, communicate effectively, foster teamwork, and build relationships are critical.
7 \" e! M) Y0 t2 t5 c% T•        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, v/ L/ `•        Clear CYIM, Security Clearance, and Driver’s Abstract;
•        Current valid drivers license;
•        Knowledge of and comfort with the implementation of behavioural intervention strategies;
•        Conflict resolution skills;
•        Clear understanding of professional boundaries;
•        Committed and passionate about children;
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1 n" ]7 a( R# ]4 _; t, D& a7 y) CSalary 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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* ^1 t+ ?7 o2 L- s; `- C; `$ eEmail:  kristi@ayp.ca
% |9 Q$ q2 O3 X* T3 `/ h4 C( v. qFax: 780-477-2022  

& I( t) ~& R1 D1 d/ R# ~The closing date for this position is Wednesday April 25, 2012
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