Community Services Assistant 1 - Before and After School Care

The City of Surrey; Surrey; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Surrey is seeking enthusiastic Before and After School Care staff to deliver safe and engaging programs for children aged 5-13. Candidates should be flexible, creative, and experienced in child care. This role requires certain certifications, including First Aid and CPR. This is a unique opportunity to positively impact children's lives in a community-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Be at least 19 years of age.
• Provide care and mature guidance to children.
• Have relevant work experience in child care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver active and safe programs for children aged 5-13.
• Create and maintain a fun, engaging atmosphere for children.
• Build positive recreation experiences and set a safe environment.

Skills

Flexibility

Creativity

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Communication

Organization

Education

Completed a course in child development, guidance, health and safety, or nutrition (minimum 20 hours)

Completion of Grade 10

High Five certification or equivalent

Current Emergency First Aid and CPR-C / AED certificates

Job description

As one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, City of Surrey is a globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation. City of Surrey employees are talented innovators, inspired by meaningful work and the opportunity to drive our city-and their careers-forward. Build a City. Build a Future at the City of Surrey.

Employment Status

Union - CUPE Local 402 - Auxiliary.

Scope

The City of Surrey provides dynamic opportunities and challenges in an active and energetic environment and is looking for enthusiastic Before and After School Care staff. As part of the Community and Recreation Services Division, you'll be working in a fast-paced, creative environment focused on delivering active, safe programs for children to develop their skills, while meeting new friends. The City of Surrey is a HIGH FIVE registered organization. We are committed to ensuring that every child in our programs has a positive recreation experience. Our licensed Before and After Care programs incorporate outdoor play, engaging activities, a fun atmosphere, and a great place for children to spend their time before and after the school day. Spend the school year creating positive recreation experiences for children 5-13 years old.

Responsibilities

We're looking for enthusiastic individuals who enjoy working with children 5-13 years, and are :

• Flexible and able to quickly adapt to new environments and situations.
• Creative and passionate about play.
• Strong team players, focused on providing great customer service.
• Self-motivated and can take initiative with little supervision.
• Great communicators with the ability to work with people of all ages.
• Highly organized.

Qualifications

Before and after School Care is a Licensed program and the following are requirements of the position as per the Community Care and Assisted Living Act - Child Care Licensing Regulation :

Be at least 19 years of age.

Be able to provide care and mature guidance to children.

Have completed a course, or a combination of courses, of at least 20 hours duration in child development, guidance, health and safety, or nutrition.

Have relevant work experience.

Additionally, the Community Services Assistant 1 will have :

Completion of Grade 10 supplemented by some relevant experience in community service work or an equivalent acceptable combination of training and experience.

High Five certification or an acceptable equivalent.

Current Emergency First Aid and CPR-C / AED certificates.

The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with program participants, volunteers, staff, and the public.

Other Information

Pay Grade : Schedule "D"

Hourly Rate : $21.64 (2024 rate)

Conditions of Employment

This position requires completion of a Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector. Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Closing Date

This job will be posted until July 2, 2025

Our Values

Integrity - Service - Teamwork - Innovation - Community

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