Program Manager Abbottsfield Youth Project

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Job Title:        Program Manager Abbottsfield Youth Project

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4 n9 i2 F0 j6 ?- YTo 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.

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:
' |5 Y" w1 `: m6 H•        Working together with the Executive Director to solidify new funding opportunities and write funding reports as needed;
# A! ?9 _& g+ j$ j& i4 K•        Supporting in the overall development of programs and activities that benefit our community and our children;
: U! z, r5 T! o9 T4 O* X•        Maintaining and evaluating program outcomes;
•        Spearheading the further develop our social enterprise;
•        Risk Management and succession planning;

# e* A  H$ u( F# J! k& S; hProgram 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;
$ C7 K- u: `5 i! C•        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
% ^6 A5 p8 ~) I•        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;
1 P0 d: x" o' C+ U3 {•        Participating in the planning and implementation of family activities for participants & families;

Qualifications:
•        Degree in communications, human services or related field;
: x* p# m6 \  J& s% W•        Extensive knowledge of the not for profit or voluntary sector;
# K2 X) N) s8 x2 B* x- E•        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.
/ J9 \+ s4 U& ^) t3 C•        Extensive experience in group facilitation and working with children;
5 S$ l( }) F2 z9 }  O) W•        Current certificates in Aboriginal Cultural Awareness, Suicide Intervention, Standard First Aid and CPR, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention are preferred;
/ ?: r2 M# X5 X; ]•        Clear CYIM, Security Clearance, and Driver’s Abstract;
•        Current valid drivers license;
/ s- A  K" _/ _. \" j3 \" a•        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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( c: M8 z) u4 C# ]0 @9 I! P. R9 LSalary 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:
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Kristi Beckett, Executive Director, Abbottsfield Youth Project (AYP) Society
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Edmonton, AB
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Email:  kristi@ayp.ca
- K5 I' s- _8 c7 P4 K0 XFax: 780-477-2022  
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, X; G; f0 P9 l2 h7 BThe closing date for this position is Wednesday April 25, 2012
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