Posted 11 months ago
Volunteer Tiny Tumblers
@ YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Overview
The YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth is seeking volunteers for its Tiny Tumblers program, a baby movement and bonding program. The volunteer assists with set-up, active supervision and safe, inclusive delivery, committing about 2 hours per week. Criminal record, vulnerable sector and child abuse register checks are required.
Pay:
$0.01 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Assist delivering the Tiny Tumblers program
- Set up, take down and prepare materials
- Actively supervise participants during sessions
- Form positive relationships with families
- Follow child safeguarding procedures
Requirements summary:
- Criminal Record Check required
- Vulnerable Sector Check required
- Clear Child Abuse Register Check required
- Commit about 2 hours per week
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- Employer posting date
- 2025-12-17
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-01
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Job details
| Seniority | No experience needed |
| Department | Social & community services |
| Hours per week | 2 |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer none |
| Background checks | criminal record, vulnerable sector |
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YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth
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a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities.
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We are a charity dedicated to nurturing the inherent potential in individuals just like you. Because at the YMCA, we believe that when we create the conditions for individuals to thrive, it results in stronger, connected communities for all. For over 170 years, we’ve cared for kids, shaped leaders for tomorrow, helped generations of people come together for support, and provide experiences that last a lifetime. As a charitable, non-profit organization, we are committed to providing equal opportunities for all, in welcoming spaces that are both nurturing and fun — a community of shared responsibilities, where children and families thrive.
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- 1601 South Park St, HALIFAX, Nova Scotia B3J 2L2, CA
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- YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth
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- Child & Family Development
- Immigration Services
- Group Fitness
- Health & Wellness
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We are a charity dedicated to nurturing the inherent potential in individuals just like you. Because at the YMCA, we believe that when we create the conditions for individuals to thrive, it results in stronger, connected communities for all. For over 170 years, we’ve cared for kids, shaped leaders for tomorrow, helped generations of people come together for support, and provide experiences that last a lifetime. As…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Non-profit Organizations |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | HALIFAX, Nova Scotia |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 1853 |
| Specialties | Child & Family DevelopmentImmigration ServicesGroup FitnessHealth & WellnessYouth OutreachCampEmployment ServicesCommunity InitiativesSports & Recreationand Aquatics |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 30 |
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Title: Volunteer Tiny Tumblers
Volunteer Commitment: 2 hours per week
Location: Community Y
The YMCA is a place where everyone belongs. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for all, in a welcoming space that is both nurturing and fun – in a community of shared responsibilities, where children and families can thrive.
There are lots of places to volunteer, so why not volunteer at a place that really matters. The Y is one of those rare places. When you join our volunteers, you will be part of a team that provides children, youth, and adults of all ages a sense of belonging in their community.
The Volunteer Opportunity
This position is responsible for assisting in ensuring quality, safe, and inclusive program delivery during our Tiny Tumblers program. In this position you will assist in delivering programing that helps babies explore new equipment as well as providing a safe and inclusive environment for babies and caregivers to bond.
Responsibilities
- Program delivery: Responsible for assisting in the delivery of the Tiny Tumblers program and provide a safe, inclusive, positive environment. Program facilitation is in keeping with established outcomes/objectives, in addition to YMCA quality and child safeguarding standards, and provincial regulations.
- Program delivery Includes: program set-up/take down, preparation of materials and active supervision during program duration.
- Forming positive relationships with families within the program through interaction and connection.
- Ensure the safety of participants in the program by following proper child safeguarding procedures.
Please note that the successful candidate is required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check, clear Child Abuse Register Check. We look forward to hearing from you!
The YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth is an equal opportunity employer that values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion in our Association. We are committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify.
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