Youth Years Program Manager

BGC Yukon (BGCY )

POSITION DETAILS:
Youth Years Program Manager
Start Date: ASAP
Full-time Tuesday to Saturday – 37.5 hrs/week
Salary Range: $25-$28/hr
Closing Date: Until Filled

JOB DESCRIPTION:
BGC Yukon Youth Years program engages youth ages 12-29, through meaningful & integrated programming that provides them with long term positive outcomes. We are looking for folks committed to supporting our next generation in finding their best selves and their own positive future. We work in an inclusive, rewarding, and fun 'family feel' environment. We accept all peoples as they are, and request respect for our core program values of belonging, respect, encouragement & support, working together, and speaking out.
This position reports directly to the Youth Years Program Director. The incumbent is directly responsible for the following staff: Youth Years Program Coordinators, Youth Programmers, Interns, Auxiliary On-Call Workers, and Visitors (facilitators, contractors, volunteers) in relation to the Downtown Drop in Facility.
Youth Years Program Manager (YYPM) is responsible for:
• Adherence to all regulatory and organizational standards.
• Oversees the day-to-day operations of the Whitehorse Downtown Youth Drop-in.
• Ensuring proper opening and/or closing of the facility.
• Oversight of program planning and implementation.
• Assisting the MYPD with Human Resources and Staff Management.
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed by the MYPD.
• Act as a BGCY Ambassador and Role Model. Qualifications:
• Current Criminal Record Check (Vulnerable Sector).
• Valid CPR/First Aid Certificate.
• Valid Foodsafe Level 1 Certificate (must be attained within the first 3 months of work).
• Valid WHMIS Certificate
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License and access to reliable transportation (class 4 driver’s license is an asset).
• Two years of experience developing and facilitating programs for children/youth in a social, recreational or similar environment.
• Demonstrated teamwork, leadership and supervisory skills with the ability to problem solve and find resolutions to issues/conflict.
• Excellent oral, written, facilitation and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proven time management skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office application.
• An educational background in social services, child and youth care, or equivalent is an asset.
• Previous experience in a management role is an asset.
APPLICATION SUBMISSION DEADLINE
On-Going Until Filled

CONTACT:
Please send résumé with cover letter to:
Middle Years Program Director Email: Please note BGCY is an inclusive organization and we accept all candidates. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Respectfully recognizing that we connect, experience, learn, play & grow on the shared territory of the Kwanlin Dün First Nation & Ta’an Kwäch’än Council as well as Champagne and Aishihik Traditional Territory.