Program Leader

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Parksville; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading organization in Parksville is seeking a Program Leader for a summer term position. This part-time role involves designing and implementing age-appropriate activities for children, ensuring their safety and well-being, and collaborating with staff and parents. Ideal candidates will have training in Child Development and a passion for working with youth. Join a diverse team committed to inclusion and excellence.

Qualifications

• Complete 20 hours of training in Child Development or hold a Responsible Adult Certificate.
• Post-secondary training in Child and Youth Care or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the design and implementation of program schedules.
• Ensure active supervision of children at all times.
• Administer first aid and medication as per club policies.

Skills

Child Development

Guidance

Health and Safety

Nutrition

Education

Post-secondary training in Child and Youth Care

Responsible Adult Certificate

Job description

Program Leader

What's in it for you?

• Wage: $23.50 per hour
• Hours: Part-Time, Monday - Friday, between 7am - 5:30pm. Term position ending August 31, 2025.
• Location: Parksville, BC

This is a summer term position.

Job Duties:

1. Assist with the design, implementation, and evaluation of a program schedule that includes age-appropriate activities aligned with BGCCVI Core Programming standards.
2. Ensure children are actively supervised at all times.
3. Be aware of the outstanding issues/needs of program participants and develop care plans. Work as part of a team to implement these plans and strategies to ensure consistent practice. When funding is available, a Program Leader may be designated as a Supported Child Development (SCD) staff, working closely with other staff to support the child's and group's needs.
4. Observe and provide feedback on the child's progress and contribute to planning new areas of focus, collaborating with parents, caregivers, staff, and Child Development Centre.
5. Work as a key member of an integrated staff team committed to inclusion, excellence, and conflict resolution.
6. Maintain effective relationships with parents, caregivers, and other stakeholders.
7. Administer first aid and medication following club policies and licensing regulations.
8. Participate in promotional activities, programs, or events as required.
9. Ensure participant and staff safety at all times by maintaining appropriate adult-to-child ratios, conducting safety drills, and supervising children and youth.
10. Adhere to program standards, guidelines, policies, and licensing requirements.
11. Report all incidents and injuries via the online reporting system.

Qualifications:

• Complete 20 hours of training or coursework in Child Development, Guidance, Health and Safety, Nutrition, or hold a Responsible Adult Certificate.
• Post-secondary training in Child and Youth Care, Recreation, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience, is preferred.
• Possession of a Class 4 driving license or willingness to obtain one is preferred.

BGC Central Vancouver Island is an equity employer and encourages applications from persons with disabilities, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, and individuals of all sexual orientations and genders to contribute to a diverse and inclusive staff team.

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