CCH Wellness Centre Coordinator

YMCA Calgary is a charity that ignites the potential in Calgarians. Since our inception in 1902, we have evolved into a vibrant organization operating in every quadrant of the city.

Guided by our core values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility, YMCA Calgary offers a growing hub of programming & services to address the needs of our community including connection and belonging, physical and mental wellbeing, child-care support, language instruction, affordable tutoring and more. We also ensure that no one is turned away, lowering financial barriers for youth, adults and families through the generous donations of our community. This impact takes place across our 7 health and wellness facilities, 6 childcare centres, 2 outdoor camps and 12+ community programs, empowering people of all ages and life stages to belong, grow, thrive and lead.

Wellness Centre Coordinator (Contract Position)
Camp Chief Hector YMCA
Salary: $3,448.00 monthly
Start Date: May 26th, 2025
End Date: August 29th, 2025

You can make an impact in the community - locally and across the globe. You will work with a fun culture of people and enjoy many of the benefits and opportunities the YMCA offers:

• Complimentary YMCA Calgary membership including a linked membership for dependent children;
• Program discounts;
• Ongoing leadership development and opportunities;
• Leadership award opportunities;
• Scholarship opportunities;
• Paid recertification and training.

At YMCA Calgary we strive to ensure our employees are a fit based on their strengths, interests, and future goals. The successful candidate will have the following:

• Must be a Registered Nurse or a Registered Practical Nurse
• Experience working with children in a medical capacity
• Experience supervising or mentoring counsellors responsible for responding to medical incidents in outdoor based programs
• Previous experience working with people of all abilities and a solid understanding of the integration process
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Current Standard First Aid with CPR-C certificated within the last 12 months from an approved AB OHS provider. Asset if certification is issued by one of the following five Canadian organizations: Canadian Red Cross, Heart and Stroke Foundation, Lifesaving Society, St John's Ambulance and/or Canadian Ski Patrol.
• Evidence of a clear Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Search
• Evidence of proof of COVID-19 vaccine
• Three professional references

Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Collecting and delivering daily and as-needed medications to campers
• Education and encouraging healthy behaviours in campers and staff, including measures put in place to reduce illness
• Stocking and keeping inventory of staff first aid kits
• Assessing illness and injuries and recommending further diagnostics or treatments to camper families
• Being available to help with on site and backcountry emergency response
• Supervision of three staff

Our diverse team of staff and volunteers are committed to making a positive impact in the community. In addition, they model and are committed to the following competencies:

• Developing Self and Others: Developing people with a view toward present and future capacity.
• Building Purposeful Relationships: Relating to people authentically with their best in mind.
• Creating a Culture of Community: Gathering people to purpose and vision.
• Making Intentional Impact: Intending to make a difference every day.
• Thinking and Acting Strategically: Applying thoughts, words, and actions in service to the vision.
• Applying Business Acumen: Demonstrating excellence in technical skills and stewarding the YMCA Business Model.
• Innovating: Ability to know your environment, initiate and respond effectively to changing conditions.

Please note that evidence of a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search is a requirement.

YMCA Calgary is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada by way of Canadian Citizenship, Permanent Residency or a valid Canadian work permit. YMCA Calgary is currently not engaged in international recruitment efforts as we are required to demonstrate that we have exhausted all means of recruitment both locally and nationally.

Potential candidates will only be contacted if selected for an interview.

All applications are to be submitted online but for any position specific concerns or questions, please email cchy@ymcacalgary.org.