Overview
Join Us At The YMCA-YWCA Winnipeg
Childminder, Care for Newcomer Children
Part-Time
The Newcomer Program at the YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg helps newcomers adjust to life in Canada, connect with the community, access resources and more! As the Childminder within the program, you will be responsible for providing quality care with a child-centered approach to the children participating in the Care for Newcomer Children (CNC) program.
Why work at the Y?
You make a difference in a child’s life everyday
Great people and dynamic work environment
Complimentary individual Y membership
5% employer-matching pension plan
Super rewarding job, helping children grow and prosper!
Qualifications
Are you the right fit?
Plan appropriate activities for children
Provide and participate in activities and experiences that meet the individual developmental needs of the children
Assess the skills, abilities, interests and needs of children
Guide and assist children in the development of healthy habits
Prepare and serve nutritious/allergy safe food in accordance with the Canada Food Guide
Understand and be aware of settlement issues and the concerns of newcomer children and parents
What else do you need?
Experience working with children preferred
Manitoba Child Care Assistant certificate preferred
Emergency First Aid and CPR C certification
Verbal fluency in English and additional languages such as Arabic, Tigrinya, Amharic and Somali
Strong organizational and time management skills
Problem solving skills and ability to deal with difficult situations
Excellent verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills
Application deadline: September 25, 2024
Accessibility Accommodation for Applicants
The Y is committed to providing an inclusive environment where diversity is welcomed and encouraged. If you require accommodation during any part of the recruitment or selection process, please don’t hesitate to reach out. This includes providing you with alternate formats of job postings.
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The Y is entrusted to provide a safe environment for children and vulnerable individuals. All applicants will be thoroughly screened through a review process including Police Record Checks with Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Abuse Registry Checks.
Qualifications
Experience
Required
Working with children
Licenses & Certifications
Required
Emergency First Aid
CPR C
Preferred
Child Care Assistant