Child Care Worker (PAL)

Boys and Girls Club Okanagan; Penticton; Hybrid; CAD 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Positive team culture

Ongoing paid professional development

Childcare discounts

Paid sick leave and vacation

Comprehensive benefits plan

Job summary

BGC Okanagan in Penticton, BC, is hiring a part-time Child Care Worker (PAL) to join our school-age program. You will guide children through meaningful activities, promote safety, and foster a welcoming space where every child feels a sense of belonging.

The role offers flexible hours (25 hours/week, Mon-Fri 12:45pm–6:15pm), a competitive hourly rate of $22.60, and opportunities for ongoing professional development, with a focus on fair, inclusive hiring and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Certificate or relevant experience with children.
• Age 19+ (Provincial Licensing Standard).
• Current First Aid Certificate and Food Safe certifications.
• Class 4 Driver’s Licence.
• Successful completion of Agency screening process, including criminal record check.

Responsibilities

• Caring, nurturing, supervision and safety of children aged 6–12.
• Plan and implement activities and special events for the program.
• Use Club Vans to drop off/pick up children from school and transport to sites.
• Recruit, select, dismiss, orient, train, and monitor program volunteers.
• Liaise with community service providers to coordinate service provision and referrals.
• Establish open communication with parents/caregivers.
• Ensure goals of children and program are met.
• Adhere to Agency Policies, program standards, safety regulations and risk management.
• Maintain records and statistics and produce reports.

Education

Diploma/Certificate or relevant experience with children

Age 19+ (Provincial Licensing Standard)

First Aid Certificate

Food Safe certification

Background check / Agency screening

Class 4 Driver’s Licence

Job description

Child Care Worker (PAL)

Date: July 23, 2026

Competition Number: 108-26/27

Location: Penticton, BC

BGC Okanagan is hiring a part-time Child Care Worker (PAL) for our Penticton Club. Join our school-age child care team and be part of a fun, engaging program that provides a safe and supportive environment. In this role, you will guide children through meaningful activities, build positive relationships, and help create a welcoming space where every child feels a sense of belonging.

At BGC Okanagan, we are committed to fair, inclusive hiring practices and building teams that reflect the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people who have been historically marginalized for many reasons, including race, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, or age.

If you need accessibility support at any stage of the hiring process, we encourage you to let us know and we will accommodate such requests when made.

Here’s what we offer when you join our team:

• A positive, supportive team culture where your contributions are valued
• Ongoing paid professional development to enhance your skills and advance your career
• Childcare discounts to help your family thrive
• Paid sick leave and vacation to help you recharge when needed
• A comprehensive benefits plan

So, what are you waiting for? Come join a team that trusts, values, and appreciates YOU. Your adventure begins here – because Opportunity Changes Everything!

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for caring, nurturing, supervision and safety of children (6 – 12 years old).
• Plans and implements activities and special events for a program.
• Use Club Vans to drop off and pick up children from school and transport to various sites for recreational purposes.
• Recruits, selects, dismisses, orients, trains, monitors and provides support to program volunteers.
• Liaises with community service providers and other professionals to coordinate service provision, facilitate referrals to the program and represent the organization or program in external events.
• Establish open communication with parents/care givers.
• Ensure that specific goals of children and program are met.
• Ensure Agency Policies and Procedures, program standards, WCB standards, Community Care Licensing regulations, risk management requirements and general facility safety standards are met
• Maintains related records and statistics and produces reports as required.

Qualifications:

• A diploma, certificate and/or relevant experience working with children in recreation, education or other social services.
• Must be at least 19 years of age (as per Provincial Licensing Standards)
• Current First Aid Certificate and Food Safe (or willingness to obtain)
• Class 4 Driver’s Licence
• Successful completion of Agency screening process, including criminal record check

Additional Information:

• This position is open to all applicants
• This position requires union membership

Hours: 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 12:45pm - 6:15pm

Rate of Pay:

$22.60 per hour

Closing Date:

Open until filled

BGC Okanagan is committed to equitable hiring practices. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada to be considered for employment. Eligible applicants include Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and individuals with refugee status who are legally entitled to work in Canada.

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining BGC Okanagan; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.