Workshop Facilitator - Black Achiever's Program

YMCA of Greater Toronto•Pickering, ON

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a unique opportunity for an individual with community engagement and outreach experience to grow and further develop an initiative with Black young people living in Scarborough communities. Black Achievers is a new mentoring initiative of the YMCA of Greater Toronto (Y-GTA) that will support educational achievement and create change across the system of employment for Black young people by bringing them together with adult Black professionals/role models in individual and group mentoring sessions through schools, employment organizations, and social service organizations (including Y-GTA). The initiative will celebrate the full participation of Black young people in professional, academic and community life. Black-led at a staff and collaborative level, the project is seeking a Workshop Facilitator to lay the ground work for youth engagement and further development of a mentoring program model. Inclusivity. As with all Y-GTA programs and spaces, Black Achievers will take place in a safe and affirming environment where all youth belong, regardless of age, gender identity and gender expression, race, ethnicity, religious heritage, class, sexual orientation or physical/mental ability. Anti-Black racism is a key focus in Y-GTA’s Diversity and Inclusion strategy.

Requirements

University Degree preferred or College Diploma in Career Planning, Employment Counselling, Education, Social/Community Work, Social Services, Human Resources and/or related field
Minimum of two years group facilitation experience would be an asset
Superior presentation and written communication skills
Able to provide excellent service delivery to students served by the Black Achievers Program
Knowledge of community resources, familiarity with the education system, labour market as well knowledge of the challenges the Black community face
Proficient with computer applications, e.g. Microsoft Office 365 and Internet search engines
Well-developed interpersonal, and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with members, staff and volunteers
Able to visualize, understand and articulate YMCA outcomes
Flexibility regarding assigned working hours, including evenings and weekends
Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging
Sound knowledge of and sensitivity to the experiences of Black young people in the GTA and the impact of anti-Black racism, including particular experiences of Black female-identified youth
Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle an asset
Commitment to the YMCA’s Mission, Vision and Values
Focus on the health, safety and wellbeing of all children, youth, and vulnerable people in YMCA programs including understanding legal and moral obligations related to reporting suspected child abuse to Child Protection Services
YMCA Competencies: Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing Promoter

Nice To Haves

Minimum of two years group facilitation experience would be an asset
Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle an asset

Responsibilities

Assist with the development and maintenance of workshop material, academically, professionally and socially; participate in curriculum reviews when needed
Prepare for and facilitate virtual/in-person learning; engage youth and adult mentors to make workshops interactive and relevant
Complete case note documentation, workshop attendance and handles confidential data; ensure quality audit measures are achieved in accordance with the YMCA and funder’s standards
Assist with marketing and outreach for the program when necessary
Provide customer service by responding to telephone, email and direct inquiries
Consult and collaborate with team members on participant progress
Ensure YMCA policies and procedures are followed
Ensure self-management of program targets related to the employment program delivery
Understand the importance of the volunteer staff partnership and integrate the value of philanthropy and volunteerism in dealings with members, volunteers, donors and staff
Participate in program evaluation outcomes in relation to the program purpose and specific goals
Perform other duties as assigned