Access Inclusion Support Worker(Casual, Summer Student)
Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation and arts amenities. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive and livable community. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community.
Access Inclusion Support Workers are part of an Inclusion Support Team that promotes inclusion for children with disabilities. In addition to providing one-to-one support in summer camps, you will: assist camp staff, volunteers, and families/caregivers to implement existing support plans; promote consistency; and most importantly to help everyone to have fun and make friends at summer camp. We are looking for people with enthusiasm and strong organizational skills to join our summer camp team.
The preferred candidates will have completed coursework in a related field such as the Health Sciences, Social Sciences, Education or Special Education. They will possess: one year experience with children ages 3-18 in a recreational setting; one year experience with individuals with developmental, intellectual, cognitive and/or physical disabilities or behavioural challenges; knowledge of group characteristics and age appropriate activities; the ability to effectively provide guided choices to children; the ability to encourage appropriate behaviour; the ability to assess situations involving challenging behaviours; the ability to provide on-site training and guidance; and experience working with families and other professionals.
The successful candidates will possess a valid Red Cross Standard First Aid Certification or equivalent. A BC Class 5 driver's licence with clean driving record and use of your own car to move between summer camps are assets but not required. Candidates must also meet the following Canada Summer Jobs requirements: 30 years of age or under at the start of employment; a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or recognized Refugee in Canada; hold a valid Social Insurance Number; and be legally entitled to work in Canada. Applicants over the age of 30 may be considered but hiring is grant-dependent.
This posting does not list all the duties of the position, nor does it fully detail the required skills, knowledge and abilities, licences and certificates required of candidates. Candidates must be available as follows:
Interviews will be scheduled in April/May 2024 (in person or virtually).
Mandatory Day Camp Staff Training will occur around the end of June (may take place on a weekend).
May - September 2024 Pre-camp meetings, site preparation, training, and camp date preparation. The successful candidates will be required to provide a Police Information Check and a copy of your credentials.
Position Status: Summer – Temporary, Full-Time
Please note: if Canada Summer Jobs funding for this position is approved, membership in the WVMEA will be mandatory.
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday: Daytime – (hours of work may vary)
Rate of Pay: $22 per hour plus 4% in lieu of benefits
Closing Date: 11:59 p.m. on April 2, 2024
To Apply: Please visit the District of West Vancouver's Career Centre at to apply for this position.
We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted
