Youth Leader (Casual) - Inspire & Lead Teens

District of West Vancouver; West Vancouver; On-site; CAD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual position

14% in lieu of benefits

Job summary

The District of West Vancouver is seeking casual Youth Leaders to support at the Community Centre, Gleneagles Community Centre, and Youth Hub. Under the Youth Services Program Coordinator, you will assist with planning, supervising, and delivering social and recreational activities for youth aged 11–18.

Ideal candidates have Grade 12 plus related courses, a valid BC driver's license, and current First Aid/CPR; you must be able to work day and evening shifts and foster a safe, inclusive

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by post-secondary courses related to the work.
• Unrestricted Class 4 BC Driver’s License.
• Current Emergency First Aid (or better), CPR ‘C’ & AED certification.
• Experience leading/supervising youth (11-18 years) in activities.

Responsibilities

• Establishing and maintaining effective relationships with youth and acting as a positive role model.
• Preparing for, supervising and participating in a variety of social and recreational activities for preteens and youth, primarily in a drop‑in setting.
• Monitoring youth volunteers including overseeing a youth volunteer‑run concession program and handling low value cash transactions.
• Assisting in the supervision of special events such as pre‑teen dances.
• Assisting in providing information to, and appropriate referrals for, youth.
• Opening and closing youth facilities and enforcing rules and regulations.
• Monitoring and reporting out on facility and equipment safety, security and maintenance requirements.
• Reading and preparing routine reports and providing drop‑in statistics.
• Working collaboratively with all Youth Services staff and attending staff meetings and in‑services.
• Performing other related work as required.

Skills

Youth leadership

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Grade 12 + post-secondary courses

Job description

The District of West Vancouver is seeking casual Youth Leaders to support at the Community Centre, Gleneagles Community Centre, and Youth Hub. Under the Youth Services Program Coordinator, you will assist with planning, supervising, and delivering social and recreational activities for youth aged 11–18.

Ideal candidates have Grade 12 plus related courses, a valid BC driver's license, and current First Aid/CPR; you must be able to work day and evening shifts and foster a safe, inclusive