Child & Youth Worker | Permanent Part Time - #2104

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

Job summary

A community support organization is seeking a Child and Youth Worker to provide an enriched afterschool program focused on learning and skill development for youth with special needs. This part-time role involves designing inclusive educational activities and ensuring safety. Candidates must have relevant education, experience with youth, and strong interpersonal skills. Hourly wage is $27.83. The position offers comprehensive health benefits and the possibility of temporary full-time hours during school breaks.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and welfare benefits plan

Employee and Family Assistance Plan

Municipal Pension Plan

Educational and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Certificate in Therapeutic Recreation, Leisure Studies, Child Care, Social Sciences, or Education.
• Minimum 1 year direct experience with youth in a recreational setting.

Responsibilities

• Ensure provision of an enriched leisure program for youth with special needs.
• Design educational and recreational activities that promote individual growth.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and team building skills

Formal training in counseling and behavior management

Physical strength and endurance

Basic computer literacy

Demonstrated competency in English communication

Education

Certificate or minimum of 3 years in related studies

Job description

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 | #2104

SERVICE AREA: Early Learning & Youth Services

LOCATION: Brock Junction After School Programs (3455 Kaslo Street, Vancouver, BC, V5M 3H4)

START DATE: December 22, 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.

Education & Experience Requirements

• 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

• Criminal Record Clearance
• Medical Clearance
• Satisfactory Driver’s Abstract
• Class 5 Driver's License
• Able to obtain a 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.