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Ymca Of The National Capital RegionSee more

addressAddressOttawa, ON
type Form of workFull-time
salary Salary$17.79 an hour
CategorySocial Care

Job description

Overview

The YMCA is a charity that has been helping Canadians improve their lives since the first Y opened in 1851. Y programs are offered at more than 1,700 locations across Canada and help more than 2.25 million people annually become healthier in spirit, mind, and body. The YMCA of the National Capital Region proudly serves people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities, and works to address critical social needs in our community. We are a leader and valued partner in creating a vibrant and healthy community where everyone belongs and can reach their full potential.

This position requires a commitment to the Y mission and core values of responsibility, honesty, caring, respect, and inclusion, which form the foundation of all Y programs and services.

Working for the Y

Are you looking to use your skills and unique gifts to make a real difference in your community? The YMCA of the National Capital Region is a great workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, where different backgrounds, experiences, and identities are appreciated and celebrated. The YMCA provides hundreds of 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 innovative practices, great benefits, and growth opportunities. Whether you are starting out in your career or a seasoned professional, you will find many exciting opportunities to achieve your personal and career goals. Some of the benefits of working for the Y include:

What we offer

At the Y, you will be part of a vibrant and diverse network of people whose shared vision is to change lives and make our communities home to the healthiest children, teens, adults, and families.

Our competitive wage and benefit package include:

  • Free YMCA gym membership;
  • Discounted Y program fees (including health & fitness programs, Child Care, and camps);
  • Access to our YMCA Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) including free, immediate, confidential assistance and counselling for you and your family members for mental and physical health, and financial advice, among other 12 suites of services;
  • Health and Dental Insurance;
  • Long-term Disability and Life Insurance;
  • Access to our Canadian YMCA Retirement Fund pension plan;
  • Up to 25 vacation days per year including two float days, and one birthday vacation;
  • Maternity leave benefits for up to 18 months.
  • Some benefits may vary based on employment terms

Compensation:$17.79/hour

What do you offer?

The Housekeeper is accountable to the Director, and will function as a team member responsible for overseeing the function of the kitchen, ensuring that meals and snacks are prepared and delivered to the program rooms in a timely fashion. The Housekeeper will also be responsible for duties such as laundry, light cleaning duties, sanitization of program areas and materials, and garbage removal. The Housekeeper may also provide enhanced support to the educators during busy transition times and the lunch-sleep hour allowing educators the time to focus on the children.

Some of the tasks of this position include:

  • Preparing and delivering meals and snacks to the program rooms in a timely fashion.
  • Ensuring dishes and garbage are tidied up and stored according to Public Health Guidelines.
  • Completing laundry tasks for each program room, as required.
  • Ensuring that staff have the necessary items for lunch distribution.
  • Keeping inventory of food items for replenishing.
  • Doing weekly grocery shopping for programs
  • Carrying out housekeeping duties, as required.
  • Ensuring that appropriate substitute meals and snacks are provided for children with food allergies and/or dietary restrictions.

What qualifications and abilities are we looking for?

At the YMCA of the National Capital Region, we strive to ensure our employees are a fit based on their strengths, interests, and future goals.

The successful candidate will have the following:

Language

  • Fluent in English, oral and written

Experience, Skills and Abilities

  • Basic knowledge of food preparation
  • Basic knowledge of child development and experience working with children
  • High level of interpersonal and written skills
  • Highly motivated, enthusiastic and responsible
  • Requires standing and walking for up to 8 hours
  • Ability to frequently move around, bend, reach, and lift up to 50lbs
  • Ability to recognize and react calmly and effectively in hazardous/dangerous situations

Additional Requirements:

  • Applicants must have a current Food Handler Certificate.
  • Applicants must already have a valid permit to work in Canada.
  • A Police Record check, not more than 6 months old is required. Police Records checks are reviewed on an individual basis and the offense(s) - if any - is considered in the decision-making process in relation to the requirement of working with children, therefore not eliminating all candidates with a record from being offered a position.
  • Semi-annually, staff must complete the mandatory training for the protection of Children & Youth and submit the certificate of completion.

Core Competencies:

  • Diversity: Appreciates that people with different backgrounds, opinions, and characteristics bring richness to the program and challenge or situation at hand. Demonstrates respect for people of diverse backgrounds. Suspends judgment and challenges self to deal with assumptions and stereotypes. Make efforts to educate yourself and others about diversity issues.
  • Communication: Communicates in a thorough, clear, and timely manner and supports information sharing and goal achievement across the Association.
  • Planning and Organization: Establishes a clearly defined and effective course of action for self and others to accomplish short and long-term goals.
  • Teamwork: Participates in an effective organizational team, which acknowledges and values team members’ skills, experience, cultural background, knowledge, creativity, and contributions.
  • Self-Management: Works independently within prescribed parameters, can discern the relevance of issues, and communicate them effectively to their supervisor.
  • Leadership: Participates in an effective organizational team, which acknowledges and values team members’ skills, experience, cultural background, knowledge, creativity, and contributions.

About diversity and inclusiveness at the Y:

Inclusiveness is a part of our core values and we are committed to ensuring the diversity of the people and communities we serve and as well as our staff. We welcome candidates from racialized groups, invisible minorities, Indigenous People, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

YMCA of the National Capital Region is committed to accessibility in employment and to ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. In compliance with AODA, the YMCA will endeavour to provide accommodation to people with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please email peopleandculture@ymcaottawa.ca upon scheduling your interview.

How to apply?

All internal applicants must inform their supervisor of their intention to apply for the position.

Thank you for your interest in joining the YMCA of the National Capital Region. We appreciate all applications. Due to the volume of applicants, we are only able to contact those selected for further consideration in the hiring process.

The YMCA of the National Capital Region is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This position is open to all persons.

Refer code: 2201704. Ymca Of The National Capital Region - The previous day - 2024-04-06 04:36

Ymca Of The National Capital Region

Ottawa, ON

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