Children's Activity Leader OSC

1 week ago

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada City of Vancouver Full time

Job Title: Children's Activity Leader

Location: Downtown Eastside, Vancouver

Job Type: Regular Part-time Benefits

Pay Grade: GR-014

Salary: $28.1 to $32.92 per hour

About the Role:

The Children's Activity Leader performs recreational work in implementing and leading a variety of activities for children participating in Out of School child care program at Ray-Cam Cooperative Centre. The position is primarily involved in delivering activities which will promote child development and learning.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Delivers a variety of children's activities such as arts and crafts, music, storytelling, pre-math; organizes daily routines and makes modifications as appropriate;
  • Assists the Childcare Supervisor in the planning, coordination and assessment of childcare programs and activities to promote the development and learning of typical and special needs pre-school children;
  • Assists in identifying children with special needs; administers prescribed routines and operates adaptive equipment;
  • Informs parents of their child's progress and of any concerns; provides guidance and advice to parents as required;
  • Assists in identifying and reporting cases of child abuse; as directed, liaises with a variety of agencies and consultants involved with the families of special needs children;
  • Assists in the organization and implementation of various family and fundraising events; prepares promotional materials such as posters and flyers;
  • Enforces rules and regulations and ensures that required health precautions and safety standards are observed; administers first aid as required;
  • Maintains a variety of records related to the work;
  • Sets up equipment and furniture for activities; plans and prepares nutritional snacks; performs cleaning tasks in rooms and playground areas; opens and secures the building;
  • Other duties/responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Completion of a certificate program in School Age Childcare or Responsible Adult and some related experience, particularly in working with special needs children;
  • Valid First Aid Certificate;
  • Valid Food Safe Certificate;
  • Sound knowledge of the fundamentals of recreational instruction as they pertain to a child care program;
  • Sound knowledge of the policies, regulations, and rules applicable to the work performed;
  • Working knowledge of the principles, practices and objectives of organized community recreation related to a child care program;
  • Working knowledge of the fundamentals of program leadership;
  • Working knowledge of crafts, arts and other pursuits related to children's programs;
  • Some knowledge of modern office practices and procedures;
  • Ability to coordinate and lead program activities for children of varying ages and development levels, and to participate in program planning and assessment;
  • Ability to maintain control and exercise discipline with tact and consistency;
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with parents, staff, and a variety of external contacts;
  • Ability to provide training and work direction to substitutes and volunteers;
  • Ability to assist in identifying developmental problems in children and to apply prescribed therapies;
  • Ability to provide support and encouragement to families in crisis situations and to recommend appropriate referrals;
  • Ability to prepare a variety of records and promotional materials.

About the Company:

The City of Vancouver is a diverse and inclusive workplace that values creativity, innovation, and collaboration. We are committed to becoming a City of Reconciliation and are working towards being the greenest city in the world. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.

How to Apply:

Please submit your application, including your cover letter and resume, to the City of Vancouver's online application system. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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