Mount Carmel Clinic Job Board
#2025-013 | Manager of Early Learning & Parenting - ARDN
Description
Date: February 18, 2025
Position: Manager of Early Learning & Parenting - Anne Ross Day Nursery (ARDN)
Status: Full-Time (1.0 FTE), Permanent
Hours of Work*: *Monday – Friday, 9:15am - 5:30pm
Department: Early Learning & Parenting
Job Posting No.: #2025-013
Reports to: Director of Early Learning & Parenting
Closing Date: March 4, 2025, at 4:00pm
Union: EXEMPT
Salary: $29.86-$36.50/hr
*These hours are dependent on the operational requirements of the organization
*Mount Carmel Clinic Operates out of multiple locations; you may be required to work in other areas
Mount Carmel Clinic is committed to equity and inclusion and has undertaken to increase responsiveness to Indigenous people by promoting a workforce that is representative of the participants and communities we serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous persons, those with lived experience, and members of equity-deserving groups. Applicants are encouraged to self-declare in their application.
Position Summary
The Manager of Child Care has direct responsibility for the overall management of Anne Ross Day Nursery (ARDN). The Manager of Child Care will manage the centre budget, account receivables and expenditures in consultation with the Director of Early Learning & Parenting Programs. The Manager of Child Care shall oversee staff to create a safe and healthy environment for children, consistent with applicable best practices regulations and legislation, evidence-based practice including Mount Carmel Clinic (MCC) policies and procedures. The Manager of Child Care will ensure that the ARDN program is responsive to the needs of individual children and their families.
Qualifications
Education
Early Childhood Educator III qualification, with specialization in Program Management and/or Special Needs/Children with Challenging Needs
Certification in Infant/Child First Aid and CPR
Skills, Expertise, and Experience
- Minimum of five (5) years working in a licenced day care setting
- Minimum of three (3) years of Director Experience
- Proven ability to mentor and coach staff, students and volunteers
- Advanced knowledge of provincial requirements for licenced day care settings, best practices in early childhood education
- Demonstrated knowledge of budget preparation, basic financial management and program management, evaluation and development;
- Knowledge of financial management software specific to early learning and child care
- Understanding of the assets, challenges, needs and interests of MCC’s clients and community
Critical Skills
Proven knowledge and ability in critical thinking, decision-making, change management, problem-solving, crisis management and conflict resolution
Focus on Results
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and focus work-related activities to effectively and efficiently achieve goals and produce expected results/outcomes
Alignment with Organizational Values
Commitment to the principles that guide Mount Carmel Clinic, as reflected in the history, vision, mission, and values
Commitment to Reconciliation
Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture and traditions and the impact of colonization on the health and well-being of Indigenous individuals and families
Teamwork
Proven ability to work within a team environment with respect, professionalism, cooperation, sensitivity, and cultural awareness
MCC Philosophies
Strong knowledge, commitment, and demonstrated ability to apply diversity, equity, cultural safety, pro-choice, social determinants of health, population health, harm reduction, trauma-informed, and community development principles in all aspects of the work
Communication
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presentations, and proficiency in the use of computer systems, including electronic medical records
Assets
- Certificate or Degree in Child Care Management
- Experience using Child Care Pro
All positions are subject to Criminal Record, Child and Adult Abuse Registry checks. However, a previous criminal record does not automatically disqualify candidates. We are open to discussing your respective circumstances. Applicants may be required to undergo testing to determine the knowledge, skill, and ability required for the position.
Please submit your application here: https://mountcarmelclinic.applytojobs.ca/early+learning+and+parenting/36487
This link can also be found under Employment Opportunities on our website:
We thank all applicants; however, we will only contact candidates who are selected & apply via link for the interview.