child and youth worker

Government of Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in Vancouver is seeking a qualified child care worker to develop and implement child-care programs that promote children's development. Candidates must possess an Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate and experience with special needs students. The role involves creating a safe and stimulating environment for children and requires on-site presence, as remote work is not an option.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Group insurance benefits

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in child care, preferably with special needs.
• Certification in Emergency child care first aid and CPR is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement child-care programs.
• Encourage creativity in children through various media.
• Establish relationships with co-workers and service providers.

Skills

Experience with special needs students

Creative expression facilitation

Program development

Education

Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

Other trades certificate or diploma

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Group home
• Child care centre

Responsibilities Tasks

• Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
• Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest
• Encourage children to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity
• Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and community service providers working with children

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Emergency child care first aid and CPR
• Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

Experience and specialization Work experience with special needs students

• Children with an intellectual disability

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement
• Group insurance benefits
• Pension plan