POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Program Coordinator, the children and youth program worker is a competent individual committed to IRCOM's vision and mandate of providing newcomers with Proactive Post-initial Settlement Services to facilitate their integration to their new home in Canada. The children and youth worker is a vibrant, resourceful individual able to meet the challenges of working with a culturally diverse group of children and youth. He/she will work towards empowering program participants to take an active interest in healthy living through recreational, outreach and educational activities. The preferred candidate will uphold and exhibit the core values of respect, non-violence, equality, fairness, team work, and optimism.

DUTIES:

• Assist the Program Coordinator in planning, designing and implementing activities geared to engage children and youth in recreation and educational programs.
• Assist with planning field trips and special events.
• Develop relationships with newcomer children and youth and their families and be a positive role model.
• Encourage educational development and literacy among newcomer children and youth and assist in planning and implementing reading, homework and tutoring programs.
• Work in cooperation with other programs at IRCOM, including the Volunteer Program, Community Resource Worker, Housing and Newcomer Literacy Initiative.
• Implement and enforce rules and behaviour expectations. Work through conflict situation calmly and with the goal of developing respect and mutual understanding.
• Mediate between youth who are disagreeing & promote peaceful conflict resolution.
• Assist in the development and implementation of strategies to teach respect and develop non-violent behaviour.
• Supervise unstructured play time, as well as sports and recreation activities.
• Work in collaboration with partner agencies through outreach activities and joint events.
• Keep accurate daily records of participants; assist in administrative tasks as assigned.
• Assist in applying for and renew gym permits and visit off-site facilities on a regular basis.
• Other duties as assigned.

 OBJECTIVE:
The objective of this position is to promote healthy living and community building for
IRCOM children and youth through active participation in year-round recreation and
education programs. IRCOM programs seek to empower participants to develop a sense
of confidence and belonging that will ensure their successful transition to life in Canada.

QUALIFICATION:
Two to three years university or college in the fields of international development, social work, sports and recreation programming or other related fields of social science is an asset. A minimum of one to three years of experience in children and youth programming within government, education or in not-for-profit sector. A combination of education and work experience in a related field is acceptable. Candidates must have the ability to prioritize work, possess adequate written and oral communication skills, be personable, and be able to work with people from diverse cultural backgrounds. The candidate must also be able to work with minimum supervision and as a part of a team. The candidate must undergo Criminal Record Background check, and Child Abuse Registry check. Holding a valid Drivers Licence, having a personal vehicle, having CRR training and ability to speak an additional language would be considered assets.

HOURS OF WORK:
A 15 to 20 hour work week to be arranged in consultation with the Program Coordinator with an unpaid lunch/dinner hour. The person hired will schedule her/his work around the program needs will work evenings and some weekends. Overtime work is compensated by equivalent time-off, and must be authorized by the Program Coordinator or the Executive Director where necessary.

TIMELINE & SALARY AND BENEFITS:
This position is a contract position that will run from January to the end May 2009, with possible summer employment opportunities. It is a part-time position of 15-20 hours a week at $10.00 hr plus 4% vacation pay.

APPLICATION PROCESS:
Applications are due by 5pm on December 9, 2008. Interviews will take place on December 10th and December 11th, 2009.

Please send a cover letter and résumé to:
Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization of Manitoba Inc.
Attention: Noelle DePape
Fax to 943-4810,
info@ircom.ca
or you can drop off your application at the IRCOM Office at 95 Ellen Street.

IRCOM Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Interested applicants can identify themselves as belonging to one of the Visible Minority categories designated by the Federal Government. We thank all applicants, however, we will only contact those who have been selected for an interview.