Program Manager Abbottsfield Youth Project

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Job Title:        Program Manager Abbottsfield Youth Project

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0 j7 u$ E  H0 D; tTo 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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Administrative Duties and Responsibilities include:
% T9 D3 j# R/ k, v1 f•        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;
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5 `( w0 Y# J* D. C' T; WProgram 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;
  V1 M; A- X1 P0 ]3 I6 q) b/ T•        Liaising and/or advocate with school personnel, parent/guardian, and child, as required;
' }4 V% O. R* n•        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;
7 b: m' ^; z; ]  b1 m. ]•        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;
  I, B: B: w% d+ p# ~1 l•        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;
: R# x, a7 c# u: H! \•        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;
' Z: a6 y- e' ?/ L•        Current valid drivers license;
•        Knowledge of and comfort with the implementation of behavioural intervention strategies;
•        Conflict resolution skills;
. |3 ]/ E' G/ g& k•        Clear understanding of professional boundaries;
2 ]6 R( n1 ~' O8 {•        Committed and passionate about children;

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Salary is negotiable and will depend on qualifications and experience.


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
#256, 3210-118 Ave
2 X' U3 l1 @8 t* |, T6 g. uEdmonton, AB
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( g; b4 W# N7 \Email:  kristi@ayp.ca
Fax: 780-477-2022  

The closing date for this position is Wednesday April 25, 2012