Temporary Administrator –Full Time, Contract – Brookfield District Child Care Centre
Wage Range: In accordance with ECE Wage Grid
Job Competition #: BD-ADMIN-FT

The YMCA has been part of life in Newfoundland and Labrador since 1854. Our charity’s core programs of Health, Fitness, and Aquatics; Child Care and Day Camp; and Employment, Enterprise, and Newcomer Services are offered at more than 200 locations and points of delivery in our communities throughout the province. Our focus on inclusiveness and accessibility means we serve people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities through all stages of life.

Join Our Team

We are seeking a temporary Administrator to support families and foster the healthy growth an development of children. Our programs help children to build self-confidence, learn healthy behaviours, and develop strong values. The Administrator will provide direct leadership, support and supervision to staff and volunteers. They are responsible for quality programming, delivery and maintaining a safe and clean environment, and ensuring regulatory compliance. This is a temporary position located in St. John's at the Brookfield District Child Care Centre with an estimated start date of September 15, 2025.

Job Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older to work in regulated child care
• Early Childhood Education Diploma or Degree with AECENL Certification
• Minimum Level 2 Certification with AECENL (Infant, Preschool and School Classification)
• Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents and co-workers
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR Level C
• Criminal Records Check and Vulnerable Sectors Checks are reviewed on an individual basis

Benefits of Working with the YMCA

• Competitive compensation
• Free uniforms. No more deciding what to wear to work
• Enhance your health with a free health, fitness and aquatics membership (during contract)
• Keep your career dynamic through our professional development programs
• Work in an inclusive environment where caring, honesty, diversity, respect and responsibility are lived values
• Employee Referral Program – Receive monetary incentives for contributing to our hiring practices
• Employee Recognition Program
• We cover the fees for: AECENL Orientation course, Standard First Aid, post secondary ECE applications and Criminal Record Checks and Vulnerable Sector Checks

Key Competencies

• Creates a respectful and inclusive environment
• Takes personal responsibility for following through, responding and resolving issues and complaints
• Demonstrates personal discipline to produce high quality work and meet expectations and goals
• Self-manages behaviours, learns from mistakes, and seeks out feedback and coaching
• Reliable and punctual to ensure our team creates a great member experience
• Strong planning, organizational, leadership and communication skills