Recreation Worker 2 (Youth Leader)

City of New Westminster; New Westminster; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A municipal organization in New Westminster is seeking dynamic Youth Leaders (Recreation Worker 2) to join its Youth Services Division. Candidates will engage youth in community activities and programs, promote active participation, and work flexible hours including evenings and weekends. The ideal applicant will have relevant education and experience in working with youth, along with strong leadership abilities. This role offers competitive pay and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

Retirement plans

Opportunities for education and training

Qualifications

• Must have experience engaging with youth aged 11–18 in a recreation environment.
• Ability to work after school, evening hours, and weekends as needed.
• Candidates must pass a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check.

Responsibilities

• Encourage youth to be active and social in community drop-in programs.
• Work closely with Assistant Program Coordinators for Youth Services.

Skills

Leadership skills

Engagement with youth

Ability to handle diverse situations

Education

Courses in Community Recreation, Child and Youth Care, or related field

Tools

First Aid Level 1 certificate

Valid Class 4 BC Driver’s License

Job description

Recreation Worker 2 (Youth Leader)

Employment Status Auxiliary

Pay Range $24.06 to $25.21 per hour (2024 rates) + 12% in lieu of benefits and vacation

Number of Openings 3

Hours per Week Other: 10–15

Employee Group CUPE, Local 387

Location Youth Services: 600 Eighth St

Competition # 1031

The City of New Westminster requires dynamic and energetic auxiliary Youth Leaders (Recreation Worker 2) to work in the Youth Services Division of the Parks and Recreation Department. You will work closely with the Assistant Program Coordinators for Youth Services, encouraging youth to be active and social in the community by working at youth drop‑in programs, out trips and special events.

If you have some of the following characteristics and qualifications, we want to hear from you:

• You have completed courses in Community Recreation, Child and Youth Care, Social Services or a related field.
• You have experience engaging with youth aged 11–18 in a recreation environment.
• You possess strong leadership skills with the ability to be an effective team player.
• You have the ability to handle diverse situations with youth from a variety of backgrounds.
• You have a valid First Aid Level 1 certificate.
• Valid Class 4 BC Driver’s License and supervisory experience are assets.
• You will be required to pass and maintain a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check.

*The successful candidates will be scheduled for 10 to 15 hours per week and will be required to work after school, evening hours and weekends as operationally required.

We offer our employees great work‑life balance, including competitive salaries, comprehensive health and wellness benefits and retirement plans (a percentage in lieu of benefits for auxiliary positions). We also offer a hybrid remote work schedule in accordance with our Remote Work Policy, opportunities for education and training, and engaging, rewarding work.

Please apply with your cover letter and resume in one document. Join a team of enthusiastic and innovative employees, and help us build a vibrant, compassionate, resilient city where everyone can thrive.

To support a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community; women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized individuals, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversity of our workforce, are encouraged to express their interest.

New Westminster is on the unceded and unsurrendered land of the Halq’eméylem‑speaking peoples. It is acknowledged by the City that colonialism has made invisible their histories and connections to the land.

We are learning and building relationships with the people whose lands we are on.

We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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