Child and Youth Care Worker Team Leader

_For full job posting, visit the careers page on our website bgcsvi.org_

**Position Details**

**Scheduled Shifts**: 2:00pm -6:00pm, Monday
- Friday (10 hours administration time); up to 40 hours during school closures
**Location**: Westshore Club - 345 Wale Road, Langford, BC
**Wage Range**: $20/hr + 6% vacation pay, depending on demonstrated competencies

**Benefits**: Extended Health coverage including dental, prescriptions, optical, life insurance, critical illness, long-term disability (eligible after probation)
**Term**: ASAP - Permanent
**Hours**: up to 40 hours/week
**Opportunities**: Ongoing professional development and potential advancement

**Position Summary**

The Child & Youth Care Worker (CYCW) Team Leader is a crucial part of a collaborative team that engage in relationship-building and behavior management for children and youth aged 5-12 within our Licensed Care Programs. The Team Leader oversees the Child & Youth Workers in program as well as work directly with the children in our club locations to run and facilitate the before and/or after school programs, and are responsible for creating safe, supportive environments and spaces for all the children within the program. CYCW’s do this in align with our Core Values, as well as licensing and CARF accreditation standards and BGC policies and procedures.

BGCSVI supports practice through a trauma-informed lens, placing priority on participant, safety, choice, empowerment and skill development.

**Desired Qualifications**
- Relevant Post-Secondary Degree in Recreation, Education, Child & Youth Care, Social Work _**or**_ equivalent combination of education and experience
- Minimum of 20 hours of training or courses in one of the following areas: child development, guidance, health and safety, or nutrition
- Meet all necessary VIHA licensing requirements to be a facility manager
- Current First Aid & CPR C certification (or willing to attain)
- Class 4 Driver’s License (within 3 months of hire)
- Successful Criminal Record Check
- Foodsafe
- Level 1, an asset
- This position requires proof of double COVID-19 vaccination
- Additional Consideration Will Be Given To Those Who Have:_
- Minimum one-year experience working with children and youth ages 5-12 (camp or licensed child care setting an asset)
- Clear understanding and experience with the “Community Care and Assisted Living Act” and the “Child Care Licensing Regulations”.
- Experience with the Positive Behaviour Support Model and proactive strategies for guiding children’s behaviour
- Minimum of one year experience supervising staff and leading a team.
- Positive Behavior Support Knowledge
- Demonstrated ability to implement daily activities and events for children in an exciting and engaging manner
- Demonstrated experience in relationship building and working with diverse family systems
- Ability to effectively communicate within a team setting facilitation

**To Apply**
- _**Please submit your resume and cover letter **_indicating which position you are applyingforand clearly demonstrating how your experience and qualifications relate to this position
- In the first line of your cover letter, please use our tag line _**“Opportunity Changes Everything”**_
- We thank all who apply. In align with our mission, we strive to create safe, supportive places and welcome all to apply.
- **Important Note Regarding COVID-19**_
- This is a front-line position working in direct contact with youth, and it is considered safe according to governmental guidelines for pandemic outbreaks.
- As an organization we are taking the necessary precautions and adhering to all Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) recommendations on sanitization and social distancing in close proximity.
- This position requires double COVID-19 vaccination
- Interested by the opportunity but not sure how to make it fit? Start the conversation and let’s discuss options Please feel free to reach out with inquiries or for more information via the careers page on our website bgcsvi.org_
- **In alignment with our 5 Core Values, BGC South Vancouver Island is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming diversity and inclusivity in all practices within the organization**_
- **BGC South Vancouver Island acknowledges the Lkwungen, W̱SÁNEĆ, T’sou-ke, MÁlexeŁ and Scia’new people, whose traditional territories we live and work upon each day**_

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $20.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- VICTORIA, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Class 4 Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person