Activity Leader - Vancouver, Canada - The City of Vancouver

The City of Vancouver

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Requisition ID:38458

Organization

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation.

Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world's most liveable cities and is working towards being the greenest city in the world.

Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, decolonization, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

Main Purpose and Function

Reporting to a Community Programmer and under the supervision of a Community Activity Coordinator, this is a front line recreation position with primary responsibilities in planning and facilitating social, educational, cultural and recreational activities with participants of varying interests, skills and abilities, and whom are ethnically and socially diverse.

Located in the Downtown Eastside, Carnegie Community Centre and Oppenheimer Park serve an ethnically and socially diverse population, including a large percentage of people who are homeless or on low fixed incomes and residing in single hotel rooms, rooming houses or social housing.

Specific

Responsibilities:

Organizing, implementing and facilitating in arts, cultural, educational and sportoriented recreation programming for Downtown Eastside residents
Stimulating active participation in program
Initiating, organizing and leading regular trips
Assisting in delivery of special events, including set up and strike
Preparing and distributing materials to promote activities; including some administrative tasks
Providing information and referrals to patrons regarding community services and resources
Helping ensure that the facility and equipment are maintained
Dealing effectively with problem situations, which may include administering first aid and liaising with emergency medical services personnel
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications
Education and Experience

Completion of Grade 10, supplemented by postsecondary education in the field of recreation, arts, education, social work, or related discipline.
Standard First Aid certification and ability to respond to first aid situations is an asset.
Naloxone training an asset.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to develop and lead recreation programs for people of various interests and abilities.
Knowledge of the Downtown Eastside, agencies, services and resources.
Knowledge and understanding of addictions, mental illness, conflict resolution and violence prevention.
Ability to support people with barriers in a peer/mentor relationship.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with program participants, members of the public, other stakeholders and staff.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to work with mínimal supervision.
Ability to respond to emergencies, walk long distances, and carry heavy items.
Knowledge of indigenous culture and practices is considered an asset.
Fluency in a second language is considered an asset.
FOODSAFE Level 1 is considered an asset.
Standard First Aid certification and ability to respond to first aid situations is an asset.

Driver License and Record Checks

A current and valid BC Driver's Class 4 License or higher and a satisfactory driving record is an asset.
A clear police record check is a requirement of this position. A clearance requires the absence of any criminal charges or convictions related to this position.

The City's COVID-19 vaccination policy is currently suspended and as a result, vaccination against COVID-19 is not required at this time.

However, should circumstances change and the City deem it necessary to re-introduce such policy, you may be required to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be eligible to continue performing your duties.

Business Unit/Department:
Arts, Culture and Community Services (1200)

Affiliation:
CUPE 15 Non Pks

Employment Type:
Auxiliary/Casual

Number of Positions Available:
multiple

Position Start Date:
June 2023

Salary Information:
Pay Grade GR-014: $25.86 to $30.29 per hour

Application Close:
April 30, 2023

At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve.

Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process._ _Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.