Youth Program Lead & Mentor (Evenings, PT)

Boys and Girls Club Okanagan; West Kelowna; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

A positive, supportive team culture

Ongoing paid professional development

Childcare discounts

Paid sick leave and vacation

Comprehensive benefits plan

Job summary

BGC Okanagan in West Kelowna is seeking a part-time Youth Worker to help create a safe, welcoming environment where youth feel supported, connected, and empowered. You’ll assist with basic needs, build positive relationships, and lead engaging activities.

This role involves developing and evaluating programs for youth, supervising to ensure safety, and coordinating support services. Hours are 30 per week, Monday to Friday, 2pm to 8pm, at the Westside Youth Centre.

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

• Development, implementation and evaluation of programs and activities for youth.
• Encourage and facilitate member participation in activities; 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.

Skills

First Aid Certification

Education

Diploma, certificate, or relevant experience working with children or youth in recreation, education, or social services

Tools

Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence

Job description

BGC Okanagan in West Kelowna is seeking a part-time Youth Worker to help create a safe, welcoming environment where youth feel supported, connected, and empowered. You’ll assist with basic needs, build positive relationships, and lead engaging activities.

This role involves developing and evaluating programs for youth, supervising to ensure safety, and coordinating support services. Hours are 30 per week, Monday to Friday, 2pm to 8pm, at the Westside Youth Centre.