26-45 Out of School Care Worker, Auxiliary

Township of Esquimalt; Esquimalt; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

The Township of Esquimalt invites applications for an auxiliary Out of School Care Leader. The position involves walking children between the Esquimalt Recreation Centre and Macaulay Elementary, and coordinating engaging afternoon activities such as gym games, crafts, drama, swimming and skating.

Shifts are scheduled Monday through Friday, 6:30-9:15am and 2:00-6:00pm. The ideal candidate is at least 19 years old and has 20 hours of coursework in child development, guidance, health and safety or

Qualifications

• Must complete 20 hours of coursework in child development, guidance, health and safety, or nutrition.
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR C Certification.
• Clear Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Check.

Responsibilities

• Walking children between Esquimalt Recreation Centre and Macaulay Elementary.
• Leading afternoon activities (gym games, crafts, drama, science, cooking, swimming and skating).
• Providing all required care including behaviour management, parent communication, First Aid, and the administration of medication with parent/guardian approval.

Education

20 hours of coursework in child development, guidance, health and safety, or nutrition

Standard First Aid and CPR C Certification

Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Check

Job description

26-45 Out of School Care Worker, Auxiliary

Located on the traditional territory of the lək̓ʷəŋən Peoples, the Township of Esquimalt acknowledges its neighbouring First Nations and is committed to building strong and enduring relationships with the Kosapsum and Songhees First Nations.

The Township of Esquimalt, with a population of over 17,000 is recognized as a vibrant, distinct, resilient, and diverse community for people to discover, feel welcome and belong. The Township is home to Canada’s Pacific Navy and boasts extensive amenities including beautiful parks and beaches, scenic waterfront walkways as well as modern recreational facilities.

About our Organization:

The Esquimalt Recreation Centre is a multi-purpose wellness and community recreation facility. Features of the Recreation Centre include: 4500 + square foot Wellness Centre, featuring state-of-the-art cardio and strength training equipment, gymnasium, aquatic centre with six-lane 25 metre lap pool, warm “lifestyle pool” and tot pool with spray features, wheelchair accessible hot-tub, steam room, and sauna. In addition, to recreation activities and programs, there are hundreds of year-round community programsto choose from.

The Township of Esquimalt is committed to integrating equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility into our programs, policies, spaces, and services. Our goal is to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve and aim to become.

About the Opportunity:

The Recreation Department is seeking a motivated individual to fill an auxiliary Out of School Care Leader position. Scheduled shifts vary, Monday-Friday between 6:30-9:15am and 2:00-6:00pm. Reporting to the Out of School Care Supervisor, the preferred candidate will be responsible for:

• Walking children between the Esquimalt Recreation Centre and Macaulay Elementary
• Leading afternoon activities which may include gym games, playground games, crafts, drama, science, cooking, swimming, and skating
• Providing all required care including, but not limited to, behaviour management, parent communication, First Aid, and the administration of medication with parent/guardian approval.

Our Preferred Candidate:

The ideal candidate will be at least 19 years of age and have:

• 20 hours of coursework in child development, guidance, health and safety, or nutrition (eg Food Safe, NLS, NCCP, Child Psychology)
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR C Certification
• Clear Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Check from the Ministry of Justice

Salary: $25.26 – $27.28 hourly which includes 14% in lieu of benefits

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.