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sustainability program coordinator

Title posted on indeed.com - Program Coordinator (Pathways)

Posted on December 05, 2024 by Employer details YWCA Moncton

Job details

*Title*: Program Coordinator (Pathways) *Hours*: Full Time Contract ? must be willing to work a flexible schedule. *Reporting Line*: Reports directly to the Housing Services Manager *Qualifications, Experience & Skills*: A University or College degree or relevant education/training in Counseling and/or group facilitation; fluent in English and French (preferred). Competence in computer applications is essential, minimum Microsoft Office Suite; and knowledge of web-based materials, databases and social media. *Knowledge, Skills and Attributes:* * Knowledge of Community Service Organizations. * Knowledge of the needs of women and gender diverse individuals. * Excellent written and spoken communication skills. * Related experience in a mental health and substance use environment, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. * Group facilitation skills. * Excellent interpersonal skills, non-judgmental. * Knowledge of the importance of self-awareness and self-care to maintain wellness. * Self-directed, enthusiastic and able to work with minimal supervision. * Must be capable of withstanding heavy workload with multiple demands on time * Ability to switch rapidly from one project to another and meet changes in deadlines. * Excellent organizational skills. * Understanding and/or lived experience with mental health challenges and/or illness (including substance use disorder). * Peer Support Training (preferred). * Practiced ability to establish personal and professional boundaries. *Position Duties and Responsibilities: *Employee performs duties within established vision, mission, policy guidelines, goals and objectives, and has primary responsibility for delivery of various areas of work. *Agency* * Advance the Mission of YWCA Moncton. * Represent the YWCA by providing initial contact with visitors, guests, members and the community. * Transfer information between staff, volunteers and public to ensure smooth running of operations. * Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs and workshops. * Participate in team meetings and contribute to the strategic direction of YWCA Moncton. * Maintain cleanliness and proper sanitation of work environment, including office, and storage room/unit. * All employees are to perform other duties as assigned that may, or may not, be directly related to their current position of employment. * Promote YWCA Moncton?s programs and services. *Program Delivery* * Provide one-on-one and group-based post-treatment aftercare, including developing and practicing positive coping skills for withdrawal symptoms and destabilizing life events. * Establish a safe, accessible, strength-based, and trauma-informed environment for participants. * Coordinate peer-led groups and networking activities to foster community and support. * Assist women, Two-Spirit, trans, and gender-diverse individuals in developing and practicing post-treatment aftercare plans addressing health concerns from active addiction. * Administer outreach services, including recovery spaces and workshops on violence prevention, healthy relationships, and life skills development. * Deliver programs promoting personal skills development for women, trans, Two-Spirit, and gender-diverse individuals, addressing their intersecting challenges. * Identify and develop additional resources for the program and its participants. * Engage local service providers to offer relevant information and programs to participants. * Develop partnerships and collaborate with community partners such as detox centers, in-patient treatment programs, and correctional facilities * Establish the Pathways Support Network (PSN), hosting former participants for group sessions twice a month. * Ensure the program is accessible by coordinating services to address barriers related to childcare, transportation, and food security. *Individual Client Work* * Provide active listening, crisis management, and one-on-on