Activity Leader

3 weeks ago

Vancouver, Canada BGC South Coast BC Full time

BGC South Coast BC has openings for Activity Leaders at our **Vancouver, Surrey, Burnaby, Richmond, Delta, Tsawwassen and Langley locations.**

**ABOUT US**

At BGC, we believe that every kid is amazing. And we know that by seeing and hearing them, they will believe it too To kids, their Club feels like a place where they can hang out with friends, and make some new ones, but it is so much more than that. It’s a safe place that provides them with three of the things that they need most: a sense of belonging, a sense of success, and positive relationships.

**ABOUT THE POSITION**

Activity Leaders are people who believe in kids and want to help them achieve their full potential. They are people studying a diverse range of disciplines, from teachers and social workers to nurses and emergency services. Activity leaders develop strong, caring, relationships with the children and youth in the Clubs, while leading fun and engaging programs. They provide mentorship, guidance, and support, as kids build confidence, develop leadership skills, make healthy choices, and increase the likelihood that they will finish school.

**Summary of Responsibilities**

Reporting to the Club Coordinator, Activity Leaders plan, develop, and implement recreational, social, and/or educational activities for children/youth who visit Club programs. Activity Leaders strive to create a fun and enjoyable atmosphere to encourage client participation in programs.

**JOB DUTIES**
- Helps to ensure that the social/recreational needs of the children and families who visit the Club are met.
- Leads programs that follow BGC program standards, guidelines, and policies.
- May participate in the development of individual plans for participants as needed.
- Encourages and facilitates the participation of individuals in the program by creating a fun and enjoyable atmosphere to enhance the program’s appeal to participants.
- Maintains up-to-date knowledge of new trends in activities programming.
- Maintains awareness of any problems (medical, behavioural, or other) experienced by participants and inform’s the Coordinator or Assistant Coordinator as applicable.
- Maintains appropriate records and statistics and ensure’s that all required documentation is accurate and complete (e.g., incident reports, daily log sheets, member systems, etc.).
- Models’ appropriate behaviour and dresses appropriately for the specific program needs.
- Recognizes volunteer rights and supports and cooperates with volunteers in the programs.
- Informs the Coordinator or Assistant Coordinator as applicable of any problems or concerns regarding participants, Jr. Leaders, Volunteers, etc.
- Adheres to program policies, procedures, child protection procedures, and other protocols from training and team meetings.
- Attends scheduled staff meetings and training sessions.
- Ensures that the facility is safe and clean during all activities and that supplies, etc. are put away after programs.
- Cooperates and works with the Club services staff in carrying out safety/emergency procedures.
- May be assigned to lead specialized programs or do one-to-one work as appropriate.
- Other related duties as required.

**REQUIREMENTS**
- Clear Criminal Record Check (Vulnerable Sector).
- Post-secondary training/courses in recreation or a related field.
- Experience working with groups of children in a social recreational setting and in planning activities.
- Willingness to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings.
- Valid Child Care First Aid (8 hr. course) and CPR certification (must be obtained within 3 months).
- Second language and experience working with culturally diverse people are assets.
- Excellent interpersonal behaviour and communication skills.
- Proven organization and time management skills (must be able to be on time for all shifts).
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a larger team.
- Minimum nineteen years of age.

**COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS**
- Starting wage of $18.75 an hour.
- Fun working environment and team-based approach.
- On-the-job training.
- Employee Assistance program.
- 5 days paid sick leave per year.
- Flexible schedules.
- Birthday paid day off.

**CLOSING DATE**

Will remain open until positions are filled.

**HOW TO APPLY**

Please submit a resume and cover letter directly on-line through our website:
As it connects to our organizational core values, BGC encourages staff to show up as their best selves, including mutual respect, integrity, and accountability.

**BGC’s CORE VALUES**:

- BELONGING - We welcome everyone in a safe, accepting environment based on belonging and positive relationships.
- RESPECT - We ensure that everyone - children, youth, families, volunteers, staff - is heard, valued, and treated fairly.
- ENCOURAGEMENT & SUPPORT - We encourage and support every child and youth to play, learn, and grow to achieve their dreams.
- WORKING TOGETHER - We work together wit

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