Activity Leader, Substitute

YMCA of Greater Vancouver; Smithers; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive vacation and paid sicktime

Access to gym facilities and Y@Home

Extended medical and dental benefits

Training and professional development

Employee assistance program

Reduced childcare rates and priority Y

Job summary

YMCA BC is seeking a compassionate Activity Leader for the School-Age Child Care program in Smithers. The role supports before- and after-school activities, creating a welcoming space where children thrive and feel included.

You will design activities, provide individualized support, and help maintain ratios while ensuring safety and adherence to YMCA standards. This is an on-call position with varied hours and a focus on flexibility.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• Experience working with children ages 5–12 and delivering engaging programs.
• Willing to learn YMCA standards, CCFL, health and safety requirements.
• First Aid & CPR certification (or willingness to obtain within 30 days).
• Current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search.

Responsibilities

• Support development and delivery of high‑quality, age‑appropriate programs for ages 5–12.
• Design and lead engaging indoor and outdoor activities promoting learning and inclusion.
• Provide supervision and mentorship to new staff and volunteers.
• Maintain positive relationships with children, families, staff, and community partners.

Skills

Clear communication

Reliability

Team collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Casual HCD ECD Vac Paid at 6% Non-Management Smithers, BC, CA

15 days ago Requisition ID: 10603

Date Posted: August 12, 2026

Position Title: Activity Leader, Substitute

Location: YMCA Muheim School Age Child Care (3659 3 Ave, Smithers, BC V0J 2N0)

Term: Casual

Hours: Hours will vary

Shift: Shifts will vary from 6:30am - 9:00am and 2:00pm - 5:30pm during regular school days with NIDs hours falling between 7:30am - 5:30pm. Please note that this is an on-call position with hours being limited to covering sick time and staff vacation. Shifts may be offered on a last minute basis.

Start Date: As soon as possible

Salary: $23.14 per hour

Reports To: Team Leader

• Competitive vacation and paid sick time
• Access to YMCA gym facilities at locations where we maintain physical sites + Y@Home
• Eligibility for Extended Medical and Dental Benefits**
• Training and Professional Development Opportunities
• Extensive Employee assistance program
• Reduced childcare rates and priority placement for YMCA Staff
• Be part of a charitable organization that positively impacts your community

**Some benefits may vary based on employment terms

Nature & Scope

Join Our Team!

We’re seeking a compassionate and collaborative individual to support our inclusive before and after school program for children ages 5–12. In this role, you’ll work alongside a dedicated team to create a welcoming environment where every child—regardless of their needs—can thrive.

You will design and actively participate in activities, provide individualized support as needed, help children navigate conflicts, and model positive behaviours. You’ll also contribute to care plans, support each child’s unique strengths, maintain appropriate staff-to-child ratios, and ensure a safe, inclusive space where every child feels valued and supported.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in children’s daily experiences while helping foster a strong sense of belonging and growth.

Major Responsibilities

• Support the development and delivery of high-quality, age-appropriate programs (ages 5-12) aligned with YMCA standards, A Place to Connect curriculum, and all legislative requirements.
• Design and lead engaging indoor and outdoor activities that promote learning, wellness, and inclusion
• Provide direct supervision, guidance, and mentorship to new staff and volunteers, fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment
• Build and maintain positive relationships with children, families, staff, and community partners to ensure exceptional service delivery
• Communicate effectively with participants and partners while supporting organization-wide initiatives and fundraising efforts.
• Create and sustain a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment that promotes belonging, confidence, and positive self-esteem in children
• Consistently maintain active supervision and engagement while ensuring full compliance with YMCA, Child Care Licensing (CCFL), health, safety, and legal requirements
• Interact directly with children to deliver child-centered programming, support positive behaviour, and guide conflict resolution.
• Provide individualized support to children, including contributing to the development and implementation of care plans and maintaining enhanced ratios where required
• Collaborate with team members to implement inclusive practices and support children with diverse needs to fully participate in programming.
• Monitor and maintain program spaces to ensure they are clean, safe, organized, and professional, including activity areas and washrooms.
• Prepare and serve nutritious snacks in accordance with health and safety guidelines
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all information related to children, families, staff, and operations

Qualification

• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• Bring experience working with children ages 5–12 and are passionate about delivering engaging, high-quality programs
• Are confident planning and leading inclusive indoor and outdoor activities that support learning and development
• Able to build strong, respectful relationships with children, families, colleagues, schools and community partners
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, with a strong track record of reliability and commitment
• Understand (or are willing to learn) YMCA standards, Child Care Licensing (CCFL), and health and safety requirements
• Take pride in maintaining clean, organized, and welcoming program environments
• Comfortable with day-to-day responsibilities such as snack preparation and general program upkeep
• Demonstrate clear communication, professionalism, discretion, and a strong commitment to maintaining confidentiality
• Take initiative, demonstrate strong problem‑solving skills, and approach challenges with a positive mindset
• Demonstrate strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and the ability to learn new software.
• Emergency First Aid & CPR certification (or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire is required).
• Completion of 20 hours of training in Child Development, Child Guidance, and/or Nutrition is required; YMCA BC offers complimentary training to support this requirement
• Successful candidate will be required to provide 3 satisfactory references
• Successful candidates will be required to provide or obtain, prior to starting, a current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search.

About YMCA BC:

By igniting belonging and championing health equity, YMCA BC strengthens the foundations of community. With over 3,000 employees and volunteers, YMCA BC serves 150,000 individuals of all ages, backgrounds and abilities across hundreds of service locations, from the Sunshine Coast to Fort St. John.

As a charity, YMCA BC promotes equitable access to healthier outcomes by providing vital programs and services to help address many of our communities' most pressing social issues, including health and wellness, affordable child care and camps, mental health, employment services and community health.

We believe there is potential inside all of us and envision vibrant, healthy and inclusive communities for all.

YMCA BC is firmly committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB). By taking an intersectional approach to our programs and services, the YMCA is committed to creating spaces and experiences where everyone feels safe, welcome, and like they belong. Learn more at www.ymcabc.ca.

YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People Services department.