Child & Youth Worker | Permanent Part Time - #2050

Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA); Vancouver; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A supportive community organization in Vancouver is seeking a Child and Youth Worker to design and implement recreational activities that support the development of youth with special needs. This part-time role offers a wage of $27.83 per hour and a variety of benefits including health coverage and educational opportunities. Ideal candidates have relevant educational backgrounds and prior experience with youth in recreational settings.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and welfare benefits plan

Employee and Family Assistance Plan

Municipal Pension Plan

Educational and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and team building skills.
• Requires physical strength, good balance, mobility and endurance for recreational activities.
• Demonstrated competency in English written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Design educational and recreational activities that promote individual growth.
• Provide opportunities for learning and skill development for youth with special needs.
• Ensure the provision of an enriched leisure program.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team building

English communication

Physical endurance

Education

Certificate in Therapeutic Recreation, Leisure Studies, Child Care, Social Sciences, or Education

1 year direct experience with youth in a recreational setting

Job description

Overview

Is shaping the minds of the next generation part of your life’s calling? The Developmental Disabilities Association has an immediate opening for a Child and Youth Worker position. This role ensures the provision of an enriched afterschool program by providing opportunities for learning and skill development. The Child and Youth Worker ensures that the activities being offered are designed to promote an inclusive program within the community.

Since 1952, Developmental Disabilities Association has been helping thousands of people in BC with developmental disabilities reach their full potential through support and advocacy. We create extended networks of support, invest in individual needs, and strive for an inclusive and safe community. Come see what we’re all about. Go to www.develop.bc.ca for our latest blogs and then connect with us on social and say hello!

Job Details

• Job Title: CHILD & YOUTH WORKER | #2050
• Service Area: Early Learning & Youth Services
• Location: Leisure Challenge (Kensington Community Centre)
• Start Date: August 20, 2025
• Term/Status: Permanent Part Time
• Schedule/Hrs: Monday 13:00-18:00; Tuesday to Friday 14:00-18:00 // 21 hours per week
• Part Time during school days, Temporary Full Time hours during school breaks (Winter, Summer, and Spring) and professional development days.
• Hourly Wage: $27.83 as per collective agreement

The Role

The Child & Youth Worker ensures the provision of an enriched leisure program by providing opportunities for learning and skill development for youth with special needs. The Child & Youth Worker designs educational and recreational activities that promote individual growth.

Requirements

• Education & Experience:
  • Certificate or minimum of 3 years in related studies toward a degree such as Therapeutic Recreation, Leisure Studies, Child Care, Social Sciences, or Education.
  • Minimum 1 year direct experience with youth in a recreational setting.
  • Strong interpersonal and team building skills.
  • Formal training in the area of counselling and behavior management.
  • Requires physical strength, good balance, mobility and endurance for recreational activities.

• Standard requirements of the Child & Youth Worker include:
  • Criminal Record Clearance
  • Medical Clearance
  • Clean Driver’s Abstract
  • Able to obtain Class 4 unrestricted Driver's License
  • Valid First Aid/CPR
  • Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification - training will be provided
  • Demonstrated competency in English written and verbal communication
  • Basic computer literacy
  • Eligible to work in Canada

What We Offer

• A fully employer-paid, comprehensive health and welfare benefits plan
• Employee and Family Assistance Plan
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Educational and training opportunities

*This position requires Union membership.

For more information, please visit our website at www.develop.bc.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.