Youth Worker

Boys and Girls Club Okanagan; West Kelowna; Sur place; CAD 28 000 - 30 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

A positive, supportive team culture

Ongoing paid professional development

Childcare discounts

Paid sick leave and vacation

Comprehensive benefits plan

Résumé du poste

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.

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

First Aid Certification

Formation

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

Outils

Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence

Description du poste

Youth Worker

Date: October 16, 2026

Competition Number: 209-26/27

Locations: Westside Youth Centre, West Kelowna

BGC Okanagan is seeking a part-time Youth Worker to join our team at the Westside Youth Centre. In this role, you’ll help create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment where youth feel supported, connected, and empowered. You’ll provide support with basic needs, build positive relationships, and lead engaging activities that encourage personal growth, skill development, and a strong sense of belonging.

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.

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
• Childcare discounts to help your family thrive
• Paid sick leave and vacation to help you recharge when needed
• A comprehensive benefits plan

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

Key Duties and 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.

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.

Hours

30 hours per week, Monday- Friday, 2pm - 8pm

Rate of Pay

$20.62 per hour

Closing Date

Open 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.