Support Worker

Boys and Girls Club Okanagan; Vernon; Sur place; CAD 27 000 - 38 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Positive team culture

Paid professional development

Résumé du poste

BGC Okanagan in Vernon, BC is hiring casual Support Workers for our Child Care Programs at Ellison and Alexis Park clubs. You will support children who need extra assistance, contributing to a positive, nurturing environment.

Qualifications include a Diploma or Certificate with relevant experience, First Aid and Food Safe (or willingness to obtain), a Class 4 Driver’s Licence (or willingness) and being at least 19 years old. Rate of pay is $23.64 per hour.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Certificate and relevant experience working with children and youth with diverse abilities or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• First Aid Certificate and Food Safe or willingness to obtain
• Class 4 Driver’s Licence or willingness to obtain
• Must be at least 19 years of age as per Provincial Licensing Regulations
• Successful completion of Agency screening process, including criminal record check

Responsabilités

• Works with Program Managers to ensure that programs are responsive to individual needs of members.
• Participates in individual short- and long-term goal planning and develops and implements quality programs with either modifications or adaptations based on participants needs.
• Promote integration with peers while providing necessary accommodations.
• Develops relationships with member’s parents/guardians and ensures effective communication with families.
• Provides group and/or individual behaviour management, support and develops care plans when necessary.
• Creates program activity calendar to be distributed to members and families.
• Use Club vans to pick up members from school and transport to various sites.
• Maintain documentation of participants including daily case notes, statistical, and program reports.
• Ensures that accurate program and member records are maintained and that confidentiality is a priority.
• Ensures Agency Policies and Procedures, Program Operating Standards, WCB standards, Community Care Licensing Regulations, Risk Management requirements and general facility safety standards are met and followed by all staff.

Connaissances

First Aid

Food Safe

Driver's Licence

Formation

Diploma/Certificate in Child Care or related field

Description du poste

Support Worker

Date: September 11 , 2026

Competition Number: 174-26/27

Locations: Vernon, BC (Ellison and Alexis Park Clubs)

Step into a role where every day is a chance to change lives!
BGC Okanagan is hiring casual Support Workers for our Child Care Programs at our Ellison and Alexis Park clubs in Vernon, BC. Join a dynamic, inclusive team dedicated to helping every child succeed. In this role, you will support children who need extra assistance, contributing to a positive and nurturing environment.

Here’s what we offer when you join our team:

• A positive, supportive team culture where your contributions are valued
• Ongoing paid professional development to enhance your skills and advance your career

So, what are you waiting for? Come join a team that trusts, values, and appreciates YOU. Your adventure begins here – because Opportunity Changes Everything!

At BGC Okanagan, we are committed to fair, inclusive hiring practices and building teams that reflect the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people who have been historically marginalized for many reasons, including race, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, or age.

If you need accessibility support at any stage of the hiring process, we encourage you to let us know and we will accommodate such requests when made.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Works with Program Managers to ensure that programs are responsive to individual needs of members.
• Participates in individual short- and long-term goal planning and develops and implements quality programs with either modifications or adaptations based on participants needs.
• Promote integration with peers while providing necessary accommodations
• Develops relationships with member’s parents/guardians and ensures effective communication with families.
• Provides group and/or individual behaviour management, support and develops care plans when necessary.

• Creates program activity calendar to be distributed to members and families
• Use Club vans to pick up members from school and transport to various sites.
• Maintain documentation of participants including daily case notes, statistical, and program reports.

• Ensures that accurate program and member records are maintained and that confidentiality is a priority.
• Ensures Agency Policies and Procedures, Program Operating Standards, WCB standards, Community Care Licensing Regulations, Risk Management requirements and general facility safety standards are met and followed by all staff.

Qualifications:

• Diploma or Certificate and relevant experience working with children and youth with diverse abilities or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• First Aid Certificate and Food Safe or willingness to obtain
• Class 4 Driver’s Licence or willingness to obtain
• Must be at least 19 years of age as per Provincial Licensing Regulations
• Successful completion of Agency screening process, including criminal record check

Hours: Casual/as needed

Rate of Pay:$23.64 per hour

Closing Date: Upon until filled

BGC Okanagan is committed to equitable hiring practices. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada to be considered for employment. Eligible applicants include Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and individuals with refugee status who are legally entitled to work in Canada.

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining BGC Okanagan; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.