QUALIFICATIONS
- Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE), & proof of membership in good standing with the College
of ECEs
- Previous Child Care experience
- Current Standard First Aid, CPR-C certification
- A clear and satisfactory criminal reference check inclusive of the vulnerable sector search (CRC VSS) issued for the YMCA of Niagara

COMPETENCIES

Child and Youth Focused
Commits to assisting growth and development among children and youth

Relationship Building and Collaboration
Builds positive interactions both internally and externally to achieve work related goals

Concern for Health and Safety
Acknowledges and understands how to manage and educate others of risk and harm reduction

Team Work
Actively builds teams and encourages open relationships for maximum organizational effectiveness


APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume by noon on September 26th, 2023
to roxane.lewis@niagara.ymca.ca. Please indicate position applying for in the subject line of your email

Internal applicants are encouraged to notify their supervisor before applying.

All applicants are thanked for their interest. Only those applicants being considered for an interview will
be contacted by email. Please note that interviews may take place virtually due to COVID-19. In- person
interviews will adhere to physical distancing guidelines.

Accessibility accommodations and materials in alternate formats for individuals with disabilities can be
arranged upon request.

Registered Early Childhood Educator

Location
YMCA Child Care - Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Niagara Falls, ON

Pay
RECE ($19.03 + $2.00 WEG + $1.00 RECE premium)
After 3 month probation period:
YMCA Health/Dental Benefits, paid sick days and generous vacation
plan. YMCA Membership benefits and ECCDC Membership

Employment Type (Permanent) Full Time – 40 hours a week
(Availability between 7am-6pm required)
Evenings/weekends may be required for trainings and meetings

Placement Date
asap

Why Work for the YMCA?

As a charitable organization, the YMCA of Niagara aspires to be a great workplace, committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, where different backgrounds, experiences, and identities are appreciated and celebrated. Guided by our shared values – caring, health, honesty, inclusiveness, respect, and responsibility the YMCA provides our employees with meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities. We recognize the contributions of our staff through
growth opportunities and great benefits, and the knowledge that their day-to-day actions have a positive
impact on the health and wellbeing of the people of Niagara.

NATURE & SCOPE

The role of the RECE is to help carry out the day-to-day operations of the Child Care Centre. Helping to implement
programs for children in care within the requirements of the current curriculum.

RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for the care and safety of the children
- Organize and implement activities for the group as outlined in the YMCA Playing To Learn curriculum
- Maintain a positive and professional relationship with all parents, children and fellow staff
- Participate in training sessions when required including Food Handlers Certification
- Participate in training and adhere to the YMCA Child Protection Policies and Procedures as established by the YMCA of Niagara