Playground Worker

The Salvation Army in Canada; Moncton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to uplifting community children as a Playground Worker. In this role, you'll assist in planning and facilitating engaging recreational activities, fostering relationships with program participants and their families. Your contributions will ensure a safe, healthy, and fun environment for children during the summer. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact in the community while gaining valuable experience in teamwork and leadership. If you are passionate about empowering youth and supporting community initiatives, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Willingness to support the mission of The Salvation Army.
• Compliance with OH&S regulations.
• Experience with children and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and leading recreational and educational activities.
• Encourage a safe and inclusive environment for children.
• Connect with families and promote the program.

Skills

Professionalism

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Organization

Attention to Detail

Communication

Conflict Resolution

Education

High School Coursework

Job description

time left to apply End Date: May 21, 2025 (10 days left to apply)

job requisition id JR101723

Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description

Job Purpose: The Playground Worker will assist the Playground Leader with planning and facilitating recreational activities, life skills and lessons in a playground setting that aim to uplift and empower community children. The Playground Worker will support building relationships with program participants and their families, while helping to provide safe, healthy and fun activities for children during the summer.

Accountabilities:

• Assist with planning and leading recreational, educational, athletic, arts & crafts, and mentoring activities.
• Participate in maintaining program equipment and supplies.
• Assist in completing registration or attendance forms.
• Connect with families and promote the program.
• Encourage a safe and inclusive environment.
• Work cooperatively with other organizations and churches involved in programming.
• Represent organizational values and link children and families to community resources.
• Assist with food security initiatives and outreach programs, including summer camp preparations.
• Assist with donations when required.

Relationship Management

Internal: MU leadership, staff, volunteers. External: Community members.

Responsibilities

Reports to the CFS Director. No direct reports.

Financial & Material Responsibilities

Minor responsibilities. No involvement in handling funds or budget decisions.

Working Conditions

Primarily outdoors in playground environments. May need to lift up to 30 pounds.

Qualifications

Willingness to support the mission of The Salvation Army. Compliance with OH&S regulations. Alternative education and experience considered.

High school coursework required. Skills include professionalism, confidentiality, teamwork, organization, and attention to detail. Experience with children, communication, and conflict resolution are essential.

Eligibility for Canada Summer Jobs

• Age 15-30 at employment start.
• Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or refugee protected person.
• Valid Social Insurance Number and legal right to work in Canada.
• Satisfactory Criminal Background and Vulnerable Sector Checks.

Compensation

Range: $15.65 to $16.90, up to $20.28, based on experience and other factors.