25-173 Recreation Leader 3 (Youth)

City of Maple Ridge; Maple Ridge; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government body is seeking a Recreation Leader 3 to work with youth in planning and executing engaging social and recreational programs. The ideal candidate will have strong customer service skills and the ability to adapt to various situations, ensuring a positive impact on the lives of young people in the community. Evening and weekend work is required.

Benefits

Competitive compensation packages

Municipal Pension Plan

Employee wellness program

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of program leadership and instruction for various age groups.
• Ability to establish effective relationships with participants and agencies.
• Skill in operating relevant equipment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and evaluate social and recreational programs.
• Provide leadership, instruction, and guidance to participants.
• Work independently and as part of a team.

Skills

Customer service skills

Verbal and written communication

Problem-solving abilities

Interpersonal skills

Leadership and instruction

Education

Completion of Grade 12

Relevant courses

Job description

Maple Ridge, British Columbia

Recreation Leader 3 (Youth)

Position Overview

In this role you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people by planning, implementing and evaluating fun and engaging social and recreational programs. You will be on the front-line, working directly with youth, staff and external agencies, and will be responsible for providing leadership, instruction and guidance to program participants. You will need to have amazing customer service skills, great verbal and written communication, problem‑solving abilities and strong interpersonal skills. You will be working independently and as part team, so being able to adapt to different situations will be essential. If you’re ready for a challenging and rewarding role that will allow you to make a positive impact on the lives of young people, then we want to hear from you. Apply now and let’s make a difference together!

In This Role You Will

Are you a creative, self‑motivated individual who’s passionate about working with youth? If so, we want you to join our dynamic team at the City of Maple Ridge as Recreation Leader 3! In this position, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people by planning, implementing and evaluating fun and engaging social and recreational programs. You’ll be on the front-line, working directly with youth, staff, and external agencies, and will be responsible for providing leadership, instruction and guidance to program participants. You will need to have amazing customer service skills, great verbal and written communication, problem‑solving abilities and strong interpersonal skills. You will be working independently and as part of a team, so being able to adapt to different situations will be essential. If you’re ready for a challenging and rewarding role that will allow you to make a positive impact on the lives of young people, then we want to hear from you. Apply now and let’s make a difference together!

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge of the fundamentals of program leadership and instruction for preschool, children, youth and adults.
• Working knowledge of the rules, regulations, procedures and policies governing the work and of modern office methods and procedures.
• Working knowledge of the fundamentals of program leadership and instruction for clients with varying abilities.
• Ability to participate in planning and implementing programs and activities and to provide leadership and instruction on same.
• Ability to deal effectively with a variety of internal and external contacts.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with program participants, parents and external agencies.
• Ability to assist in leadership of volunteers and junior level staff.
• Skill in the operation of equipment used in the work.

Desirable Training and Experience

Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by courses related to the work, plus some related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Additional Information

• This position requires incumbents to work evening and weekends.
• Non‑Violent Crisis Intervention Training or similar behavioral management training is considered an asset.
• Food Safe – Level 1 certification is an asset.
• Class 4 Driver’s License is an asset.

Required

At the time of hire, the successful applicant must be 21 years of age or older.

Required Licences, Certificates and Registrations

• Standard First Aid and CPR – Level C.

Collective Agreement

Hours of work are governed by Schedule B (C, J) of the Collective Agreement alongside the Letter of Understanding for Workers in Children's/Youth Services and Recreation Access. This is an auxiliary position with no ongoing schedule of hours.

Equity Statement

At the City of Maple Ridge, we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive culture that actively values and embraces diversity. We strive to attract and retain a talented, diverse workforce that is broadly reflective of the community we proudly serve. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process by contacting [e-mail].

What We Offer You

The City of Maple Ridge is a great place to work with competitive compensation packages that include the Municipal Pension Plan, a strong employee wellness program and the opportunity for professional career growth and professional development. If you want to help shape a growing community in a municipality that strives for service excellence, then this is the position for you.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.