Recreation Leader - Youth Services

City of Port Coquitlam; Port Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A municipal government is seeking a part-time Recreation Leader to instruct and facilitate youth programs in Port Coquitlam. The ideal candidate will have experience working with youth, possess relevant certifications, and be committed to community engagement. Responsibilities include program delivery, record maintenance, and upholding safety standards. Join our team to make a meaningful impact in our community.

Benefits

Hourly starting wage of $27.49

Strong learning culture

Living wage employer

Qualifications

• 6 months full-time equivalent experience working with Youth in a recreation or related setting.
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training (minimum 8 hours).

Responsibilities

• Instructs and facilitates a variety of recreation programs.
• Prepares individual program plans for supervisor review.
• Maintains routine records and enters program data.
• Enforces rules and safety standards.

Skills

Youth program facilitation

Instructional skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

Two post-secondary courses related to Youth programs

Tools

Standard First Aid

Food Safe Certification

Class 4 Drivers License

Job description

Overview

Recreation Leader - Youth Services (Part-Time, Time Stated)

Job ID: J0925-0664

Job Title: 25-118e - Recreation Leader - Youth Services (Part-Time, Time Stated)

Find out why our AMAZING employees love working for the City of Port Coquitlam! Affectionately known as “PoCo”, we are an award-winning values-based organization made up of a diverse and dedicated team of people who care deeply about the community they serve.

This is recreation work that involves instructing/facilitating programs and services, preparing individual program plans and promoting interest and encouraging participation in program activity. Duties are performed within established guidelines but independent action and initiative is exercised on individual aspects of the programs. Work is performed under general supervision and is evaluated by a supervisor in terms of effectiveness of instruction, services provided and conformance to established practices.

Responsibilities

• Instructs, facilitates and participates with the individual program delivery for a variety of recreation programs, and services within established standards and guidelines.
• Prepares individual program plans for review by a supervisor for assigned recreation programs and services.
• Provides referrals to community resources within established guidelines.
• Represents the Department and the City in a positive, professional and customer friendly manner.
• Sets up equipment necessary for assigned programs and service and stores equipment safely following the end of a program or service.
• Maintain routine records, reports and enters program data.
• Drafts promotional material for review and approval by a supervisor.
• Provides direction and instruction to other members of the work unit and/or program contractors and aids others in the department.
• Enforces rules and regulations and ensures required standards of behavior and safety in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• 6 months full time equivalent experience working with Youth in a recreation or related setting
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training (minimum 8 hours)
• Minimum of two post-secondary courses related to Youth programs and services
• Standard First Aid
• Food Safe
• Class 4 Drivers License

Shift Availability

• Friday 3:45-8:15
• Saturday 3:45-9:15

Why consider working for us?

• Our organization is the ideal size for you to make a difference and have an impact
• We care deeply about our community
• We have a strong learning culture and want our people to grow and succeed
• An hourly starting wage of $27.49 (2025 rate of pay)
• We are a living wage employer

How to apply

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply online by September 24, 2025 at www.portcoquitlam.ca/cityjobs quoting competition number 25-106e.

The City wishes to thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

To be considered for this position, all certifications and licenses need to be uploaded with your resume and cover letter.

The City of Port Coquitlam will conduct a criminal record check.