Youth Empowerment Specialist - Part-Time

Boys and Girls Club Okanagan; Vernon; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Positive team culture

Ongoing paid professional development

Childcare discounts

Paid sick leave and vacation

Comprehensive benefits plan

Job summary

BGC Okanagan is seeking a part-time Youth Worker for Teen Junction Youth Centre in Vernon, BC. You will help create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment where youth feel supported, connected, and empowered through engaging activities and basic needs support.

The role emphasizes building positive relationships, personal growth, skill development, and a strong sense of belonging among youth, with evening hours and a commitment to fair, inclusive hiring practices.

Qualifications

• Diploma, certificate, or relevant experience working with children or youth in recreation, education, or social services.
• Current First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence
• Successful completion of the Agency’s screening process, including a Criminal Record Check.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate programs and activities for youth.
• Encourage member participation; provides guidance, instructions, positive encouragement and direction.
• Plan, develop, implement, coordinate and evaluate the delivery of support services to youths.
• Create and develop engaging virtual programs for youth aligned with best practices and core programming areas.
• Supervises and ensures the safety of youth. Reports problems to the supervisor.
• Maintain and model appropriate personal boundaries with clients.
• Work with youth, families, staff and volunteers to support youth during challenging times.
• Encourage independence, choices, decision-making and problem solving in youth.
• Foster growth of self-esteem and self-concept in an environment that is welcoming and supportive.
• Encourage participation and community involvement amongst the youth.

Education

Diploma or certificate in youth work / recreation

Relevant experience with children or youth

Job description

BGC Okanagan is seeking a part-time Youth Worker for Teen Junction Youth Centre in Vernon, BC. You will help create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment where youth feel supported, connected, and empowered through engaging activities and basic needs support.

The role emphasizes building positive relationships, personal growth, skill development, and a strong sense of belonging among youth, with evening hours and a commitment to fair, inclusive hiring practices.