Overview
Program Coordinator Jobs in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada at Voices Manitobas Youth in Care Network
NATIONAL OCCUPATION CODE 42201
POSITION TYPE PERMANENT, FULL-TIME, 35 HOURS/WEEK (Mon-Fri 10am-6pm)
Position Summary:
The Program Coordinator is responsible for planning and facilitating programs, events and retreats for youth and community engagement. The Program Coordinator organizes and facilitates workshops for the public and service providers to raise awareness of the challenges youth-in-care face and open the discussion on how we can work together to create a better system of care in Manitoba.
Duties & Responsibilities Summary
Organize and facilitate workshops to the public and service providers in-person and virtually
Assist in developing and facilitating Youth Leadership program
Take the lead in planning and coordinating youth and community engagement events and retreats
Document, evaluate and report on programs and events
Manage program and event budgets, purchasing, safe handling of money and receipts, accurate records of program expenditures
Collaborate with community organizations, schools, caregivers, service providers to advocate for and develop resources and supports for young people
Network and promote Voices youth programs and events
Supervision and leadership of summer staff and adult and youth volunteers and students
Work independently with little supervision and also as a cohesive member of a diverse team
Provide support and guidance to youth participants, addressing their needs and concerns
Stay informed about current trends and issues related to youth-in/from care, resources, services, and opportunities
Actively participate in all Voices activities, programs, and events
Maintain an environment that is physically and emotionally safe and inclusive for all participants and staff
Act as a positive role model for participants; establishing positive relationship with participants while maintaining healthy boundaries and professionalism
Qualifications and Competencies
Post-secondary education in Recreation Management, Project Management, Social Work, Community Development, Child and Youth Care, or other combinations of education and experience will be considered
Strong, in-depth knowledge of Manitoba’s Child Welfare System
3+ years’ experience planning and delivering youth programming
Strong Knowledge and understanding of youth development and impact of trauma, youth issues and community resources
Experience delivering workshops and presentations
Experience planning and coordinating large events in collaboration with community partners
Experience handling a program budget/petty cash
Experience supervising and leading staff and or volunteers
Experience, appreciation and ability to build positive relationships with youth and emerging adults of diverse backgrounds, cultures, experiences, and abilities
Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, Sharepoint, Word, Excel)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational, analytical and problem solving skills
Exceptional interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
Must have and maintain a Class 5F Manitoba Driver’s License with a clear Driver’s Abstract, access to a reliable vehicle
Provide recent Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search (PVSC) and Manitoba Child and Adult Abuse Registry checks prior to start date
Lived experience in Manitoba’s child welfare system (group homes, foster homes, kinship care, adoption, independent living programs) is considered an asset
Title: Program Coordinator
Company: Voices Manitobas Youth in Care Network
Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Category: Non-Profit & Social Impact (Youth Development, Volunteer / Humanitarian, Non-Profit / Outreach), Education / Teaching (Youth Development)
