Program Facilitator - Part time

Hi. We’re Trellis.

Trellis works with young people, adults, families, and communities to unlock their potential and support their growth. We are focused on generational change by providing a spectrum of services for people of all backgrounds, including those with complex needs. Our programs improve access to resources, develop family and community supports and build people’s capacity to deal with life’s challenges.

With our support, people from all walks of life are empowered to move beyond systemic barriers, cultivate great outcomes and reach their full potential. We’re Trellis – and we’re always growing!

Our Values

Our values not only define who we are but also support Trellis to achieve our vision of everyone reaching their full potential.

• Courage: We willingly embrace growth, and don’t see it as optional
• Empathy: We relentlessly care about the growth of others and won’t let anyone go unsupported
• Learning: We choose to grow through uncertainty, even when the status quo feels easier
• Impact: We go beyond what seems doable and prove that growth is possible.

Our Commitments

We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and connectedness, where everyone is welcomed. We believe in creating a workplace that celebrates diversity of our teams, our program participants and reflects the communities we serve.

We are committed to active reconciliation in alignment with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission 94 calls to action and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. Reconciliation is a highly valued and integrated part of our culture and work. Trellis’ reconciliation journey is intentional with meaningful engagement from team members both collectively and as individuals.

What Trellis Offers

We provide people with meaningful work and are committed to offering equitable total compensation to all staff. This includes the following benefits:

• Flexible Health & Wellness Benefits
• RRSP Group Savings Plan
• Free and confidential support through the Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation, Sick Days, Wellness Days and your Work Anniversary off
• Ability to swap statutory holidays for other days of importance to you
• Consistent Training & Development Opportunities
• Diversity and Inclusion embedded into everyday practice.

For more info on Trellis Society, visit www.growwithtrellis.ca or find us at @TrellisYYC on social media.

PT Program Facilitators (Level 2 or 3 ECE's), Monday to Friday 130pm-6pm. Based out of Renfrew Hub.

The PT Program Facilitator is responsible for providing a positive and safe environment for the children and youth while in our afterschool and day camp programs. The Program Facilitators primary role is to provide support with the programs routine, and design and facilitate daily activities in the following areas to help members develop a positive sense of self, and social and emotional competencies: physical literacy, creative arts, educational pursuits, recreational pursuits, positive lifestyle choices, and living skills programs. Delivery and creation of high-quality activities is fundamental in this role. As well, this position is key in role modeling positive healthy relationships, and encouraging and providing time for children, youth and families to interact while in the program.

Responsibilities/Accountabilities

The responsibilities and accountabilities outlined in this position profile may change as the position evolves along with the growth of the Agency. The key responsibilities and accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

• Facilitate purposeful out of school programs and camps for elementary aged children
• Adhere to agency policy and procedures.
• Development of healthy team dynamics and fostering an environment conducive to integrated service delivery.
• Be an ambassador, representing Trellis’ purpose, vision, values and desired outcomes in your day-to-day work.
• Deliver client-centered initiatives, programs, and activities supporting community and client need.
• Ongoing mentorship and development of part time program facilitators with support of Program Lead.
• Provide a safe environment for children, youth, and families to be able to discuss their goals feelings, needs and desires openly.
• Creates program plans that incorporate; Natural supports Framework, Social and Emotional principles, Developmental Relationships, and that are trauma informed.
• Engage and model respectful and appropriate relationships and professional boundaries with children, youth, community, and staff team.
• Coordinate property maintenance and ensure Trellis’ facilities adhere to safety standards.
• Complete program preparation to accommodate seamless program facilitation.
• Responsible for implementing the structure and routine of the club while also facilitating program.
• Opening and closing of the facility.
• Assist with registrations, client files and payments.
• Engage and model effective communication and relationship building with patrons.
• Responsible for maintaining up to date client logs and facility inspections.
• Support program lead with data collection, inputting, and management.
• Supervise practicum students and volunteers (including check-in's, ensuring proper documentation, onboarding, and offboarding).
• Attend and engage in program specific meetings.
• Follow accreditation standards, health and safety and sanitization standards set by AHS.

Competencies

• Emotional Intelligence (self-awareness and reflection, relationship management)
• Passion for ongoing professional and personal development
• Reasonable risk tolerance (understanding & working within)
• Drive, initiative, and motivation (ability to execute)
• Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to work in changing work conditions
• Adaptability and comfort with ambiguity
• Conflict management skills
• Decision making skills
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Active listening skills
• Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders

Knowledge and Skills.

• A degree, diploma or currently enrolled or have a minimum of 2 years’ experience working with children, youth and community
• Strong program planning, organizational and time management skills
• Interpersonal communication skills with children, youth and adults from diverse backgrounds and an understanding and awareness of diversity issues
• Knowledge of developmental needs of children and youth
• Good understanding and ability to appropriately apply behaviour management skills with individuals and in group settings
• The ability to be an independent worker but also a strong team member
• Ability to work Monday- Friday from 1:30am-6:30pm