Activity Leader - Vancouver, Canada - BGC South Coast BC

BGC South Coast BC

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

BGC has openings for casual, part time Activity Leaders at our Fraserview and Kimount Clubs located in Vancouver and our Langley Club.

In addition to providing recreational/social programming, this position includes a focus on supporting, mentoring, and tutoring youth (grades 8 to 12), helpding them to achieve their goals and meet their potential throughout high school and beyond.

If you have experience working with children and/or youth in a group setting and are looking for flexible work schedules and opportunities to grow your leadership skills, we would love to hear from you.

Summary of Responsibilities
The Activity Leader plans, develops, and implements recreational, social, and/or educational activities for children/youth who visit Club programs. They strive to create a fun and enjoyable atmosphere in order to encourage client participation in programs.

JOB DUTIES

Helps to ensure that the social/recreational needs of the children and families who visit the Club are met.
Leads programs that follow BGC program standards, guidelines, and policies.
Develops and fosters positive relationships with participants.
May participate in the development of individual plans for participants as needed.
Encourages and facilitates the participation of individuals in the program by creating a fun and enjoyable atmosphere in order to enhance the program's appeal to participants.
Maintains uptodate knowledge of new trends in activities/programming.
Maintains awareness of any problems _(medical, behavioural, or other)_ experienced by participants and informs the Programmer or Coordinator as applicable.
Maintains appropriate records and statistics and ensures that all required documentation is accurate and complete _(e.g., incident reports, daily log sheets, member systems, etc.)_.
Models' appropriate behaviour and dresses appropriately for the specific program needs.
Recognizes volunteer rights and supports and cooperates with volunteers in the programs.
Informs the Programmer or Coordinator as applicable, of any problems or concerns regarding participants, Jr. Leaders, Volunteers, etc.
Adheres to program policies, procedures, child/youth protection procedures, and other protocols from training and team meetings.
Attends scheduled staff meetings and training sessions.
Ensures the facility is safe and clean during all activities and that supplies, etc. are put away after programs.
Cooperates and works with Club services staff in carrying out safety/emergency procedures.
May be assigned to lead specialized programs or do onetoone work as appropriate.
Other related duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS

Clear Criminal Record Check (Vulnerable Sector).
Postsecondary training/courses in recreation or a related field.
Experience working with groups of children/youth in a social recreational setting and planning activities.
Willingness to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings.
Valid Emergency First Aid (8 hr. course) and CPR certification _(must be obtained within 3 months)_.
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI) training _(must be obtained within 3 months)._
Participates in BGC's Agency training.
Second language and experience working with culturally diverse people are assets.
Excellent interpersonal behaviour and communication skills.
Proven organization and time management skills _(must be able to be on time for all shifts)_.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a larger team.

Additional Assets

Experience providing academic support and guidance to children and/or youth
Second language
Class 4 driver's license

Position starts at $17 per hour (moving to $17.50 at six months), 4% vacation pay, employee assistance plan and 5 paid sick days per year.

CLOSING DATE
Position will remain open until filled.

HOW TO APPLY
Please submit a resume and cover letter directly to:
Natalie Lutz, Manager Club Servcies

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BGC recognizes the value and importance of building and sustaining a culturally diverse environment and commits to intentional efforts to reflect that (along with our values) in all that we do.

BGC has always been committed to diversity, and we believe that articulating our commitment to it in this way will support the ongoing evolution of this in our work going forward.

For employees, participants, volunteers, donors, and the community, we demonstrate that commitment through:

Recruitment, employment, development, and promotion practices that are barrier free
Making decisions based solely on an individual's qualifications, merit, performance, and organizational needs

Job Type:
Part-time

Part-time hours: 20 per week

Salary:
From $17.00 per hour

Schedule: