Community Program Support Worker - Temporary Position

H2O Adventure + Fitness Centre; Penticton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community wellness organization in Penticton seeks a compassionate individual to support neurodiverse youth aged 10-18. You will facilitate group programming, help students achieve educational goals, and ensure a safe environment. This part-time role offers 20 hours a week with a wage of $24.91/hr. Relevant education or experience with children is preferred. Commitment to safeguarding practices is essential.

Qualifications

• Education in progress or experience working with children and youth.
• Experience working with youth with exceptionalities is an asset.
• Passion for helping youth achieve their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Engage youth in impactful and beneficial group programming.
• Foster authentic connections with participants.
• Assist with implementing group program plans and daily activities.

Skills

Excellent work ethic

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Nursing Home Experience

Developmental Disabilities Experience

Caregiving

Education

Relevant education (degree, diploma, or certificate)

Job description

Overview

The Y&i Program is inviting a compassionate energetic individual to join our team in supporting neurodiverse youth ages 10-18. In this role youll help create spaces where young people can form lasting friendships, build confidence, enjoy new experiences and feel a sense of belonging within their community. You will also cover our Back on Track Program from 1:00pm - 3:00pm supporting students in a safe space to complete homework and create and achieve goals for their education. If the following sounds like a good day at work, this job might be for you...

Responsibilities

• Engaging youth in impactful and beneficial group programming in a fun, energetic and enthusiastic way
• Fostering authentic connections with participants rooted in humility, trust, patience and compassion
• Assisting Program Facilitators with implementing group program plans, daily activities and one-to-one support in accordance with YMCA standards and program expectations
• Participating in planning with individuals based on their interests, needs and the family\'s goals
• Ensuring the safety and well-being of all members, participants, staff and property at all times

Qualifications

• Relevant education or education in progress (degree, diploma or certificate) and/or experience working with children and/or youth
• Experience working with children & youth with exceptionalities is an asset
• Excellent work ethic, communication and interpersonal skills
• Passion to help youth achieve their full potential through purposeful programming and implementation
• A high regard for Child Safeguarding practices
• Role will start mid-June if candidates onboarding is completed

Details

Part-time hours: 20 hours a week

Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 1:00pm - 6:00pm

Wage: $24.91 / hr

Commitment to Safeguarding, Trust and Equality

As part of a trusted charitable organization you can expect to receive excellent services and safety training throughout your YMCA career. As the first step in your journey you will be required to:

• Provide 3 references of a professional nature (e.g., Employer, Supervisor or Colleague)
• Provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check / Vulnerable Sector Search issued no later than six (6) months preceding your start date. The YMCA will provide applicable instructions and paperwork.

The YMCA of Southern Interior BC is an equity employer and encourages applications from all individuals who may contribute to the diversity of our workplace. This includes persons with diverse abilities, persons of colour and ethnicity, Indigenous persons (First Nations, Metis and Inuit), and people of all sexual orientations and genders.

Key Skills:

• Nursing Home Experience
• Developmental Disabilities Experience
• Direct Support
• Computer Operation
• Caregiving
• Case Management
• Special Needs
• Training & Development
• Child Protective Services
• Experience with Children
• Word Processing
• Addiction Counseling

Employment Type

Temp

Experience

years

Vacancy

1