Child and Youth Worker | Permanent Part Time – #1921

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. This role ensures the provision of an enriched leisure program by providing opportunities for learning and skill development. The Child and Youth Worker ensures that the activities being offered are designed to promote an inclusive program within the community.

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 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 | #1921
Service Area: Child & Youth Services
Location: Vancouver
Start Date: October 01, 2024
Term/Status: Permanent Part Time
Schedule/Hours: Monday 13:00 – 18:00; Tuesday to Friday 14:00 – 18:00  // 21 hours per week – Full time hours during summer, professional development days and school breaks.
Hourly Wage: $27.83 as per collective agreement

Role:

The Child & Youth Worker ensures the provision of n enriched leisure program by providing opportunities for learning and skill development for youth with special needs. To design educational and recreational activities that promotes individual growth.

What We Offer:

• An extensive employer paid benefits package that includes healthcare and dental
• Municipal Pension Plan
• 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 youth 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
• Clean 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
• Demonstrated competency in English written and verbal communication
• Basic computer literacy
• Eligible to work in Canada