Employment

The Calgary Bridge Foundation for Youth (CBFY)

The Calgary Bridge Foundation for Youth is a registered and incorporated not-for-profit charitable organization, which specializes in direct service programs which support the integration and settlement of immigrant youth and families in Calgary. Through our programs, CBFY strives to sustain and increase community participation and school retention rates for immigrant youth, and ensure that immigrant families have the opportunity to succeed and contribute meaningfully to society.

Volunteers

Job #: AVP01

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Want to meet new people, gain new skills and spend time getting active? Volunteering with The Calgary Bridge Foundation for Youth will provide all these benefits and more. You’ll have fun while feeling good about giving back to the community!

We are seeking energetic, creative, outgoing and responsible Volunteers to make a difference for immigrant children and youth. We are looking for volunteers to work with students from Elementary, Junior High and Senior High School levels to help them adjust to school and Canadian life, while helping to build valuable leadership skills. Our programs are held "after school" in catholic and public schools, public libraries and housing complexes across Calgary. Volunteers are needed year round. Our next intake will be in September for the upcoming 2011-2012 school year. We offer full training for all our volunteer positions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Volunteer duties include assisting leaders with programming, and interacting with students and youth through games, activities and recreation. Volunteers will assist in providing leadership and life skills, build connections with students and ultimately be a positive role model. Volunteers are expected to commit to a minimum of one shift per week from 3:00 to 5:30pm. Volunteers will work at different elementary, junior high or highschools across the city.

Qualifications:

Responsible, dependable, friendly and outgoing
Experience working with children and youth as asset
Strong leadership skill
Enthusiastic and committed to positively contributing to a rewarding environment working with diverse children and youth
Fluency in one or more of the following languages is a strong asset: Arabic, Burmese, Cantonese, Dinka, Farsi, Hindi, Kurdish, Karen, Korean, Nuer, Mandarin, Pashto, Punjabi, Spanish, Urdu etc

Apply NOW:

Please submit your resume or a letter of interest for volunteering to the attention of Human Resources at hr@calgarybridgefoundation.com.

Tutor - Rogers Youth Empowerment Tutoring Program

Job #: RYEP02

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Position: Rogers Youth Empowerment Program Leaders

Part-time; 10-20 hours per week

Job#: RYEP01

Reporting to the Program Coordinator, we are currently looking for engaging and experienced Tutors who understand Alberta curriculum and can connect well with immigrant youth. They will be responsible for providing one-to-one and small group-based tutoring and mentoring services to junior and/or high school-aged registrants in the Rogers Youth Empowerment Program in an after-school setting. This position will work weekdays with occasional fieldtrips as required.

The Rogers Youth Empowerment Program (RYEP) provides a holistic approach to the empowerment and education of immigrant and ELL youth through providing direct academic support and tutoring in a unique social and educational environment. In partnership with Rogers Communications, the Calgary Board of Education and the Calgary Catholic School District, the RYEP is designed to assist junior and high school-aged youth (grades 8-11) in overcoming individual barriers in an effort to improve their performance in the classroom. With an after-school curriculum that includes a safe learning environment, positive social interaction with other youth, snacks and recreational activities, this program will empower youth through its focus on academic support in fundamental areas such as math, science, literacy and writing.

Responsibilities:

Assist junior and/or high school-aged immigrant and ELL program registrants with required skills in the academic areas of Literacy, Science and Math in both one-to-one and small group settings.
Support program registrants and their families in developing positive at-home study skills.
Encourage and engage program registrants in positive social and recreational interactions/situations
Complete weekly lesson plans, program registrant progress reports and other paperwork as required
Build and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with school staff, including (but not limited to) administration, teachers and support staff.
Attend monthly meetings and/or trainings as required.
Participate in program-related field trips.
Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications:

Experience working with youth in a coaching/mentoring capacity.
Degree in Education or related areas such as: Math, Science, Social Studies, English and Literacy.
Knowledge of Alberta Junior and Senior High School curriculum is essential.
Experience in tutoring is considered an asset.
Experience working with immigrant and/or ELL populations is an asset.
Willingness to conduct a Vulnerable Sector Check and Child Welfare intervention check
1st Aid Certification required

Apply NOW! Please submit your resume and cover letter to hr@calgarybridgefoundation.com until a suitable candidate is found. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

Program Coordinator - Mentorship Program Coordinator

Job #: MENT05

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Program Coordinator – Mentorship Program
Full-time; 1 Year Term Contract

Position:

The Calgary Bridge Foundation for Youth currently has a vacancy for a Full-time Program Coordinator within the Mentorship Program. We are looking for a highly enthusiastic and dynamic individual who is looking for a rewarding opportunity to work with diverse youth and lead a team of program leaders.

The Mentorship Program brings together culturally diverse students from three levels of education (elementary, junior high and high school) to form peer mentoring relationships that will assist participants in their adjustment to school and Canadian life. The program runs throughout the year at schools located around the city of Calgary. The Coordinator oversees Program Leaders that work with newly arrived immigrant students in Elementary, Junior and Senior High Schools.

Responsibilities:

* Oversee and assist in facilitating leader training and manage program leaders
* Form a supportive coaching relationship with both youth mentors and mentees
* Assist in creating and delivering lesson plans that are culturally sensitive and effective
* Develop students’ success by encouraging positive character development
* Create and provide opportunities for increased community engagement and involvement
* Develop plans to meet students’ needs in keeping with program mandates and desired outcomes
* Work closely with community, teachers, school personnel to facilitate students’ learning skill building and community participation. Represent the organization at various functions and meetings
* Works directly with immigrant youth and families, connecting them with appropriate resources and services that will increase their opportunities to be successful mentors in their schools and community
* Assist in preparation of qualitative evaluation reports and manage time sheet collection

Qualifications:

* Strong program planning or lesson planning experience.
* Strong leadership skills and proven supervisory work experience.
* Can take initiative; ability to work independently as well as within a team environment
* Strong, dynamic personality. Comfortable working with high school students.
* Fluency in another language other than English is considered an asset.
* First Aide certificate is required prior to date of employment.
* Computer proficient; Strong knowledge of MS Office(Word, Excel, Power point, Outlook)
* Access to a reliable means of transportation
* Preference given to applicants who have completed or are pursuing a degree/diploma in education, social work, human services or a related discipline. Other disciplines may be considered.

Apply NOW! Please submit your resume to hr@calgarybridgefoundation.com. This position will be posted until a suitable candidate is found. We thank all candidates who apply. No phone calls please.

Program Coordinator - After School Life Skills Program

Job #: ASP08

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Job#: ASP08
Program Coordinator – After School Life Skills Program
Full time 1 year Contract

We now have a vacancy for a Full-time Program Coordinator within the After School Program. The individual will coordinate, oversee and implement educational and recreational activities for After School, Summer and Home Work Club Programs in many schools, public libraries and housing complexes across Calgary. The After-School Life Skills Program runs in various Junior High and Elementary Schools throughout the City of Calgary. The program educational activities are designed to assist students in the integration process within school and society.

Responsibilities:

Coordinate, oversee and implement educational and recreational activities for After School, Summer and Home Work Club Programs
In conjunction with the Program Manager, provide leadership and coaching to part-time program staff
Create innovative lesson plans according to program outcomes and curriculum
Work closely and collaboratively with a team of dynamic program coordinators
In collaboration with other staff, coordinate leaders and volunteers to ensure programs are administered efficiently.
Initiate and develop relationships with multiple stakeholders including school staff, students’ families, and other community organizations
Represent CBFY at a variety of community events including resource fairs, university events, teachers’ conventions, and conferences
Organize, collect, and process registration, fees, pre-/post-surveys, and data.
Liaise with schools, community partners, ESL contacts (Principals, ESL Teachers, Library Managers) to promote programs and day to day activities; develop and strengthen relationships
Organize and coordinate field trips, guest speakers and special events.
Ensure client files and information are accurate, up to date and secure.
Respond to general inquiries from the public, schools, and clients.

Qualifications:

Proven experience to positively contribute to a rewarding team environment and work with diverse youth
Experience in lesson planning and implementation of youth programs.
Strong leadership skills; ability to take initiative.
Access to a reliable means of transportation.
Valid First Aid Certification is required
In addition to fluency in English, fluency in another language is an asset.
Computer proficiency and ability to obtain and input client data.
Experience with community development; anti-racism initiatives; working in schools and education system; or working in community organizations.
Post-secondary degree(s)/ diplomas in the field of Social Work, Sociology, Education and /or Community Development; Cross- cultural counselling or related fields.

Apply Now! This position offers a competitive annual remuneration and benefits package. Please email resumes to: hr@calgarybridgefoundation.com by February 29, 2012 or until a suitable candidate is found. Please note only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The Calgary Bridge Foundation for Youth provides equal opportunity in employment and encourages applications from all qualified persons. No phone calls please.

In-School Settlement Worker - ISS Program

Job #: ISS01

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Temporary Full-time; 1 month contract

Position:

The Calgary Bridge Foundation for Youth has a vacancy for a temporary 1 month In-school Settlement Worker. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing initial settlement services to immigrant parents, refugee parents and children by serving as an entry point to settlement services offered by community agencies and providing systematic contact at local schools. The In school Settlement project is funded by Citizenship and Immigration Canada.

Working in collaboration with the Program Manager, the Calgary Board of Education and the Calgary Catholic School District partners you will be responsible for the following:

Establish rapport with newcomer families/students; assess their settlement needs and providing them with direct services related to settlement and accommodations.
Attend various community events. Provide information or presentations about our programs/services.
Case management procedures and documentation.
Provide services in English and as needed in the language of the family through interpretation and translation.
Obtain and input client data, maintain client files and compliance with all privacy legislation as applicable.
Establish strong connections with various community groups, settlement agencies and other programs in Bridge foundation.

Qualifications:

Post-secondary education: Degree(s)/ diplomas in Social Work, Sociology, Education, International Relations, Community Development; Cross- cultural Counseling or related disciplines.
Strong knowledge of current community resources in Calgary.
Cultural awareness, sensitivity and the ability to empower newcomers is critical. Ability to listen to others, takes feedback with ease, strong sense of judgment relating to the needs of new comers.
Strong verbal and written communication skills in the English language.
Fluency in Cantonese, Chinese and Mandarin are considered a strong asset.
Strong computer proficiency; particularly in MS Office; obtain and input client data.
Proven experience working in the Settlement sector in Canada or elsewhere.
Experience with community development; anti-racism initiatives; working in schools and education system; and/or working in community organizations.
Ability to: work with families – adults and children – from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds;
Knowledge and understanding of: the settlement sector and issues relating to adjustment, transition and journeys of newcomers to Canada.
Ability to work independently, take initiative and work collaboratively in a team environment.
Valid Class 5 Driver’s License; must have access to a reliable means of transportation.

Please note this is an internal posting. Please submit your cover letter and resume to hr@calgarybridgefoundation.com by February 22nd, 2012. We thank all candidates who apply and only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The Calgary Bridge Foundation for Youth provides equal opportunity in employment and encourages applications from all qualified persons. No phone calls please.

#201, 1112 - 40th Ave N.E.
Calgary, Alberta
T2E 5T8
Tel: (403) 230-7745
Fax: (403) 230-0774

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