#2242 - Child and Youth Worker | Permanent Part Time

Résumé du poste

The Child and Youth Worker provides an enriched after-school program focused on learning and skill development for school-aged children, including those with disabilities. The role involves designing activities that promote individual growth and supporting participants within a recreational setting.

Détails du poste

Is shaping the minds of the next generation part of your life’s calling? The Developmental Disabilities Association has an immediate opening for a Child and Youth Worker position. Since 1952, Developmental Disabilities Association has been helping thousands of people in BC with developmental disabilities reach their full potential through support and advocacy. We create extended networks of support, invest in individual needs, and strive for an inclusive and safe community. Come see what we are about. Go to www.develop.bc.ca [http://www.develop.bc.ca] for all of our latest blogs and podcasts and scroll to the bottom of the page to connect with us on social! JOB TITLE: CHILD & YOUTH WORKER | #2242 SERVICE AREA: Early Learning & Youth Services LOCATION: Brock Junction (General Brock Elementary School) START DATE: October 13, 2026 TERM/STATUS: Permanent Part Time SCHEDULE/HRS: Monday 13:00 - 18:00; Tuesday to Friday 14:00 - 18:00 // 21 hours per week Part-time during school days, Temporary full-time hours during school breaks (winter, summer, and spring), and professional development days. HOURLY WAGE: $28.04 - $31.04 as per collective agreement Role: The Child & Youth Worker ensures the provision of an enriched after school program by providing opportunities for learning and skill development to school aged children, including participants with disabilities. The position ensures that activities being offered are designed to promote individual growth. What We Offer: * A fully employer-paid, comprehensive health, and welfare benefits plan * Employee and Family Assistance Plan * Municipal Pension Plan * Educational and training opportunities * On-the-job training * Professional development * Community involvement * An inclusive work environment Requirements/Education/Experience: * Certificate or minimum of 3 years in related studies toward a degree such as Therapeutic Recreation, Leisure Studies, Child Care, Social Sciences, or Education. * Minimum 1 year direct experience with children in a recreational setting. * Strong interpersonal and team building skills. * Formal training in the area of counselling and behavior management. * Requires physical strength, good balance, mobility and endurance for recreational activities. * Criminal Record Clearance * Medical Clearance * Satisfactory Driver’s Abstract * Unrestricted Class 4 Driver's License or Class 5 Driver's License, and are willing to obtain a Class 4 Unrestricted Driver's License * Valid First Aid/CPR * Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification - training will be provided * Demonstrated competency in English written and verbal communication * Basic computer literacy * Eligible to work in Canada *This position requires Union membership. For more information, please visit our website at www.develop.bc.ca [http://www.develop.bc.ca] We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Ce que vous ferez

The Child and Youth Worker provides an enriched after-school program focused on learning and skill development for school-aged children, including those with disabilities. The role involves designing activities that promote individual growth and supporting participants within a recreational setting.

Exigences

Candidates must hold a certificate or have at least 3 years of related studies in fields such as Therapeutic Recreation, Education, or Social Sciences, along with 1 year of direct experience. Applicants are also required to possess a valid driver's license, First Aid/CPR certification, and pass a criminal record check.

Avantages

• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits plan • Employee and family assistance plan • Municipal pension plan • Educational and training opportunities • On-the-job training • Professional development

Compétences indiquées

• Premiers soins · Souhaitée
• CPR · Souhaitée
• interpersonal skills · Souhaitée
• Communication Skills · Souhaitée
• Team building · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Child care
• Behavior management
• Counselling
• Recreational programming
• Team building
• Interpersonal skills
• First aid
• CPR
• Non-violent crisis intervention
• Computer literacy
• Communication skills
• English Language
• Team Building
• Advocacy
• Computer Literacy
• Valid Driver's License
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Podcasting
• Blogs
• Social Sciences
• Behavior Management
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• Workplace Inclusivity
• First Aid Certification
• Leisure And Recreation
• Disabilities
• Developmental Disabilities
• Physical Strength
• Crisis Intervention Certification
• Recreational Therapy

Domaines d’emploi

• Social Services
• Education
• Sports & Recreation
• Child and Youth Worker
• Youth Counselor / Worker
• Social Work and Counselling Professionals
• Counselors, All Other