Posted 4 months ago
Youth Worker - Central Labrador YMCA
@ YMCA Newfoundland and Labrador
Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Newfoundland and Labrador
Overview
YMCA Newfoundland and Labrador is hiring a part-time hourly Youth Worker at the Central Labrador YMCA in Happy Valley-Goose Bay to care for and supervise children and youth in recreational programming. The role involves planning and leading educational, social and recreational activities, basic reporting and funding proposals. Pay is $18.00 to $20.00 per hour with flexible shifts including days, evenings and weekends.
Pay:
$18–$20 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Provide care and supervision to children and youth in recreational settings
- Plan and lead educational, social and recreational activities
- Complete basic reporting and research
- Prepare proposals for funding
- Contribute to a positive experience for all participants
Requirements summary:
- Post-secondary diploma or degree in child and youth care or related field
- Previous child and youth worker experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Current Emergency First Aid and CPR
- Ability to work flexible shifts including days, evenings and weekends
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-07-13
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-01
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Social & community services |
| Schedule | day, evening, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | School |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Emergency First Aid, CPR |
| Background checks | criminal record, vulnerable sector |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Child and Youth Care |
| Perks mentioned | Performance bonus, Wellness, Uniform provided |
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YMCA Newfoundland and Labrador
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Full company description
The YMCA of Newfoundland and Labrador is one of the oldest charities in Newfoundland and Labrador. The YMCA builds strong kids, strong families and strong communities. This group is for friends of the YMCA to keep in touch and keep up on what is happening with our YMCA. Our Mission: The YMCA is a charity open to everyone at all stages of life, that provides opportunities to grow in spirit, mind, and body. Our Vision: A province of vibrant and healthy communities where everyone can belong, grow, and thrive. Our Values: Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, Diversity.
- LinkedIn followers
- 2,568
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 68
- Reported office locations
- 35 Ridge Road, P.O. Box 21291, St. John’s, NL A1A 5G6, CA
- 255-263 McGettigan Blvd., P.O. Box 1308, Marystown, NL A0E 2M0, CA
- Other recorded names
- YMCA of Newfoundland and Labrador
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The YMCA of Newfoundland and Labrador is one of the oldest charities in Newfoundland and Labrador. The YMCA builds strong kids, strong families and strong communities. This group is for friends of the YMCA to keep in touch and keep up on what is happening with our YMCA. Our Mission: The YMCA is a charity open to everyone at all stages of life, that provides opportunities to grow in spirit, mind, and body. Our…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Wellness and Fitness Services |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | St. John’s, NL |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 37 |
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Youth Worker – Part Time, Hourly Position – Central Labrador YMCA
Wage Range: $18.00-$20.00/hr
Job Competition #: CLY-YCS-PT
The YMCA has been part of life in Newfoundland and Labrador since 1854. Our charity’s core programs of Health, Fitness, and Aquatics; Child Care and Day Camp; and Employment, Enterprise, and Newcomer Services are offered at more than 200 locations and points of delivery in our communities throughout the province. Our focus on inclusiveness and accessibility means we serve people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities through all stages of life.
Join Our Team
We are seeking a Youth Worker Staff members to provide care and supervision to children and youth in a recreational setting at the Central Labrador YMCA (CLY) in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. The role involves creating, leading and supporting in a safe and inclusive environment. The Youth Worker is responsible for planning and participating in engaging educational, social and recreational activities in the CLY Youth Centre and in other youth programming at the YMCA. The successful candidate will also complete basic reporting, research, prepare proposals for funding and contribute to a positive experience for all participants.
Job Requirements
- Post-secondary Diploma or Degree in Child and Youth Care or related field
- Previous experience in a Child and Youth Worker Role
- Experience working in a recreational setting considered an asset
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience working in a similar community-based setting
- Experience supervising teams and /or program delivery
- Ability to work flexible shifts that include days, evenings and weekends
- Current Emergency First Aid and CPR
- Criminal Records Check and Vulnerable Sectors Checks are reviewed on an individual basis
Benefits of Working with the YMCA
- Competitive compensation
- Free uniforms. No more deciding what to wear to work
- Enhance your health with a free health, fitness and aquatics membership (during contract)
- Keep your career dynamic through our professional development programs
- Work in an inclusive environment where caring, honesty, diversity, respect and responsibility are lived values
- Employee Referral Program – Receive monetary incentives for contributing to our hiring practices
- Employee Recognition Program
Key Competencies
- Creates a respectful and inclusive environment
- Takes personal responsibility for following through, responding and resolving issues and complaints
- Demonstrates personal discipline to produce high quality work and meet expectations and goals
- Self-manages behaviours, learns from mistakes, and seeks out feedback and coaching
- Reliable and punctual to ensure our team creates a great member experience
- Strong planning, organizational, leadership and communication skills
The YMCA of Newfoundland and Labrador is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. 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. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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