Title: Active Living Program Staff

Location: YMCA Centre for Immigrant Programs

Position Status: Full-Time

Compensation: $39,152.70 yearly

There is potential inside all of us – we all have it in us to shine.

Every charity exists to help solve a problem – our charity exists to help solve many problems, from childcare shortages, social isolation, mental health issues, access to wellness, and more. Today, our network is spread across 100+ program locations in HRM and the province, meeting the most urgent needs of our communities in mental health supports, accessible childcare, supporting an increasing immigrant population, safe spaces for youth to grow and lead, helping to navigate a precarious labour market, delivering wellness programming for all, and creating community for isolated older adults.

We give people the tools, encouragement, and safe space to discover their inner strength. When they know someone’s in their corner, with unconditional support, they realize they can do more than they thought possible. It’s your support, expertise, and guidance that helps people ignite their full potential and shape our neighborhoods into vibrant and healthy communities.

With us at their side, they can Shine On.

About the role:

The Active Living Program Staff plays an essential role in planning, implementing, and delivering activities and services that promote well-being as newcomers settle in their new community. This position, under the supervision of the Active Living Coordinator, works to ensure that programs are inclusive, accessible, and responsive to the diverse needs of newcomers, fostering a sense of belonging.

In collaboration with both internal and external partners, this role will help create a welcoming and supportive environment where newcomers can engage in activities that promote physical, mental, and social well-being. This role contributes to the broader settlement process by supporting social integration, community connections, and the overall health of participants. The position is key in helping newcomers build relationships, engage in their new community, and feel empowered to thrive in their new environment.

In this role, you will:

• Work with the Program Coordinator using a GBA+ analysis lens to develop and refine program and service plans based on client and community needs
• Develop and adapt program materials (handouts, welcome packages, informal language resources, presentations) to ensure relevancy and effectiveness
• Prepare and set up program spaces, materials, and resources for workshops, events, classes, and service delivery; ensure logistics are in place
• Deliver programs and services on a day-to-day basis, ensuring they are welcoming, inclusive, and responsive to client needs
• Provide direct client support including orientation, referrals, follow-up, and assistance with settlement challenges
• Actively recruit and encourage client participation through outreach, registration support, and follow-up communication
• Facilitate workshops, group sessions, or information classes as relevant to program area
• Collect client feedback and track outcomes to support program evaluation and improvement; assist with reporting on KPIs
• Build and maintain relationships with community partners, stakeholders, and service providers to strengthen program delivery
• Support and engage volunteers assisting with program delivery
• Maintain accurate program records and documentation in organizational databases, ensuring compliance with confidentiality requirements
• Assist in promoting programs through outreach activities, social media, and participation in community events

Qualifications:

• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple competing deadlines and tasks
• Education in Recreation, Health Promotion, Community Services, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a respectful and inclusive approach to working with clients, coworkers, and partners
• Demonstrated active listening and problem-solving
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (e.g., Publisher, Excel, Word, Office 365 apps, etc.)
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriate boundaries with client
• Capacity to thrive in a fast-paced environment with varying situations
• Ability to create welcoming, safe, and inclusive program environments
• Experience working with diverse communities, youth, seniors, or newcomers (an asset)
• Additional Language is an asset
• Flexible schedule to accommodate occasional work outside regular business hours
• Culturally responsive and trauma-informed approach
• Team-oriented, with the ability to work independently when needed

To Apply:

Please apply online at https://ymcahfx.ca/workwithus/ by October 10, 2025.

Please note that all successful candidates are required to provide:

• Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, and Child Abuse Register Check (less than 6 months old), if 18 years of age or older and CPR and First Aid
• Attend Child Safeguarding Training upon hire

At the YMCA, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We believe that a variety of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences enrich our organization, enabling us to better serve our community and achieve our mission. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including Black, Indigenous, People of Colour, racially diverse, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, gender-diverse people, people with diverse abilities, members of ethnic minorities and faith groups, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.