Child and Youth Worker | Permanent Part Time - #1921

Posted 10 days ago

Job Details

Part Time

Location

Vancouver, BC

Salary

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Job Description

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

*This position requires Union membership.

For more information, please visit our website at www.develop.bc.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

About Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA)

Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA) is a non-profit association which supports children and adults with developmental disabilities, enabling them to realize their full potential through new opportunities, personal choice, and community involvement. Areas within our association include: Infant Development, Integrated Child Care, Respite Care, After-school Leisure and Life Skills Programs, Supported Work and Employment Programs, Community Access, Residential Group Homes, Semi-Independent Living and our Head Office which is located in Richmond. Visit our website to see more details about DDA. www.develop.bc.ca or email your resumes to jobs@develop.bc.ca (job title or competition number must be entered in the subject line of your email)

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