Quality and Training Specialist - Full Time

Location:  Mobile Position serving Stratford-Perth, Waterloo and Guelph Wellington Regions

Work Hours:  37.5 hours per week (flexible days)

Employment Type:  Full Time, Permanent

Number of Vacancies:  1

Anticipated Start Date: April 27, 2026

Deadline to Apply:  March 25, 2026

Starting Rate or Range :  $60,000 Annually

Total Rewards Package:

We believe that everyone has the potential to shine! Our culture is built around connection, celebration, appreciation, and recognition, and it starts with a total rewards package focused on Well-Being.

Time Away from Work

At the YMCA of Three Rivers, we value work-life harmony. Full-time team members start with:

• 3 weeks of vacation, with the opportunity to earn more as their length of service increases

• 12 well-being days for sick time or proactive self-care, which can be used as they are earned. Bereavement days are also available.

Pension Plan

Full-time employees can join our group pension plan after two consecutive years of employment. Employees contribute 5% of their gross earnings per pay, which is matched by the Y. After three consecutive years of full-time service, participation in the YMCA pension plan becomes mandatory.

Health, Dental and Well Being Benefits

The YMCA of Three Rivers offers a comprehensive group benefits package to full-time employees (starting 3 months after the start date), including:

• Prescription drugs, Basic dental coverage, Paramedical services, Vision care

• Access to an Employee (and Family) Assistance Program offering free and confidential counseling, resources, and services

• A free YMCA membership for you and your family, providing access to our fitness centers

• Discounts on YMCA programs and services, including childcare

Role Overview:

Who we are…

The YMCA of Three Rivers is a charitable organization proudly serving the communities of Guelph-Wellington, Stratford-Perth, and Waterloo Region. We aspire to build connected and resilient communities. Our mission is to make our diverse communities healthier and more vibrant. With dignity and respect, our programs and services inspire individuals to reach their full potential. Learn more about our history, mission, vision, and values here.

We strive to be a great place to work for all employees to live in purpose, passion and potential Shine!

This is where you come in.

What you will do…

• Support and enhance the quality of licensed child care programs through regular training, audits, assessments, and on‑site visits.

• Develop, implement, and maintain plans to meet or exceed quality and legislative requirements (CCEYA, Regional Quality Assessments, municipal standards, Play in Action).

• Create, update, and support program materials such as training resources, workshops, handouts, forms, evaluations, and website content.

• Facilitate and deliver staff training (e.g. YMCA Playing to Learn, YMCA A Place to Connect, RIRO) and provide ongoing coaching and resource support to centres.

• Conduct centre visits (2–3 per week) beyond annual audits, documenting resources, strategies, and supports provided.

• Meet regularly with Supervisors and the Quality & Training Manager to review assessments, action plans, and training opportunities.

• Assist centres in developing strategies to improve quality audit scores.

• Attend professional development workshops and staff meetings as required.

• Support parent workshops where applicable and represent the YMCA professionally in internal and external forums.

• Ensure compliance with YMCA safeguarding policies, identify indicators of abuse, and report concerns to Child Services.

• Maintain confidentiality of families, staff, and personnel information.

• Cover in program when needed in order to maintain ratios

What you will bring…

• Early Childhood Educator Diploma and current registration in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE).

• 3–5 years of experience in the child care field.

• Knowledge of CCEYA (2014), YMCA Play to Learn, A Place to Connect Curriculum, and Operating Criteria.

• YMCA Playing to Learn and/or A Place to Connect Champion experience. Training to become a Champion will be provided to the successful candidate.

• Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certification.

• Current Police Vulnerable Sector Check.

• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle for travel between sites.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with colleagues, families, and community partners.

• Demonstrated professionalism, leadership, and commitment to YMCA mission, vision, values, and JAIDE policy.

• Commitment to health, safety, inclusion, and high‑quality early learning experiences.

This role requires regular travel across the region, which may not always be easily accessible through public transit. The employee must be able to arrange their own transportation to these sites. A valid G driver’s license and full time vehicle access are strongly recommended.

Additional Information:

Our Commitment to Safeguarding Child and Youth

In keeping with our commitment to child and youth safeguarding, job offers are contingent on completing a current Vulnerable Sector Check and employment reference checks. Vulnerable Sector Checks are reviewed individually, 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. Vulnerable Sector Checks must be renewed every three years.

Our Commitment to JAIDE (Justice, Access, Inclusion, Diversity and Equity)

We embrace the values of Justice, Access, Inclusion Diversity and Equity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace, welcoming applications from all qualified persons. We encourage Black, Indigenous, People of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, gender-diverse people, people with diverse abilities, members of ethnic minorities and faith groups, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. Applicants will not be discriminated against based on race, colour, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected group. We are committed to creating an environment where we eliminate barriers and promote the inclusion of equity groups.

Studies have shown that women and people of equity deserving backgrounds are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every qualification in the posting. We understand the knowledge and experience can be gained in many ways, so we strongly encourage applications even if you don’t believe you meet all the requirements outlined.

Per the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, provided the candidate makes their accommodation need known to the YMCA of Three Rivers.

Our Commitment to Privacy

The YMCA of Three Rivers complies with the Employment Standards Act, Pay Equity Legislation, and privacy laws.  We are committed to protecting personal information by following responsible information-handling practices that are in keeping with privacy laws.  Please visit our website for more information on the YMCA of Three Rivers’ commitment to privacy.

Please note that due to the large volume of applications received, only candidates being considered for the position will be contacted.

To explore additional career opportunities with the YMCA of Three Rivers, please visit our Career Page .