Youth Programs Community Support Specialist (Part-Time)

Boys and Girls Club Okanagan; Vernon; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Team culture

Ongoing professional development

Childcare discounts

Paid sick leave and vacation

Comprehensive benefits plan

Job summary

Boys and Girls Club Okanagan is looking for a Community Support Worker to plan, deliver, and evaluate engaging group programs for children and youth with diverse abilities. You will support participants to build confidence, life skills, and personal growth in a safe, inclusive setting.

Our programs serve children and youth ages 6–18, focusing on independence, social connections, and goal attainment. We value fair hiring, accessibility, and a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Diploma in a related human/social service field.
• One year of recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Class 4 driver’s licence or willingness to obtain as soon as possible.
• Successful completion of Agency screening process including criminal record check.

Responsibilities

• Participate in assessing, goal setting, and planning support programs for individuals with diverse needs, including developing and implementing Support Plans.
• Assess participants’ needs and develop short-term plans in collaboration with families.
• Support participants in working towards independence in the community by assisting with daily life skills, social skills, and/or behavior management.
• Teaches and assists participants with activities such as personal hygiene, basic cooking, money management, shopping, and household safety.
• Facilitates physical, recreational, educational, social, and vocational activities.
• Assists with the intake process to ensure assessment, program registration, and all documentation is completed prior to the service beginning for assigned programs.
• Identify and manage potential emergency situations, including aggressive behavior, to minimize harm; report concerns to supervisors.
• Administer medication according to policy and ensure health and safety standards are maintained.
• Provide ongoing feedback and support to participants and their families.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date documentation of participant activities and progress, including daily notes, progress reports, and transition reports.
• Transport participants from school sites to club sites, or out trips.

Education

Diploma in a related human/social service field

Job description

Boys and Girls Club Okanagan is looking for a Community Support Worker to plan, deliver, and evaluate engaging group programs for children and youth with diverse abilities. You will support participants to build confidence, life skills, and personal growth in a safe, inclusive setting.

Our programs serve children and youth ages 6–18, focusing on independence, social connections, and goal attainment. We value fair hiring, accessibility, and a supportive team culture.