School Age Care Worker

**Who We Are**:
With a vision of a vibrant, connected community, Parkgate Society (PS) creates opportunities for people in our community to _live life better_. We support this vision through the development of a unique and diverse blend of accessible low-cost and no-cost programs and services, created in direct response to community needs; primarily serving children, youth, families, and seniors.

Our dedicated and welcoming staff team, along with our many active volunteers, including our Board of Directors, are all committed to making Parkgate Society a welcoming and inclusive community services organization.

**Opportunity**:
In collaboration with the Child Care team and under the direction of the School Age Care Program Supervisor, school age care workers actively engage and supervise children aged 5-12 years old. Each worker is responsible for ensuring the children’s safety and well-being while cultivating an inclusive, welcoming, and stimulating environment.

Guided by the goals and philosophy of the Parkgate Child Care Centre, and aligned with the vision, mission, and values of Parkgate Society, the team works collaboratively, including with the families and the community. The team plans and implements age-appropriate activities, using a variety of approaches and an EDI lens.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Plans, implements and assesses developmentally appropriate activities and experiences to reflect Parkgate Society Child Care Program philosophy.
- Guides children’s behaviour in ways that promote a positive self-concept.
- Ensures the children’s environment is healthy and safe.
- Consistently practices respectful, transparent, and constructive communication with families, coworkers and children.
- Contributes to the ongoing efficient and professional operation of the School Age Care Program.

**Contract Details**:

- We are located in beautiful North Vancouver; positions are open currently at both Parkgate Community Centre and the Seymour Youth Centre.
- This temporary part-time position, based on working 10 - 20 hours per week, is available February 2025 through to the end of June 2025.
- Hours of work are primarily in the morning, Monday to Friday, from 7:15 - 9:15 am.
- Afternoon shifts from 2:00 - 6:00 pm may also be available.
- Salary Range**:$19.00 - $21.00 per hour** (commensurate with qualifications & experience) plus 6% paid in lieu of paid vacation time.

**Required Skills and Knowledge**:

- Sound knowledge of the care and guidance needed to effectively promote and support the healthy social and personal development of school age children, including those with special needs.
- Sound knowledge of applicable policies, regulations, and files governing the work to be performed.
- Ability to exercise patience and consistency in behaviour management.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with families, children, staff, and where appropriate, community resources.
- Ability to work well in a team setting; be well organized, flexible, and able to adapt to new situations.
- Must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Willing to pursue and participate in ongoing professional development by attending courses and workshops as requested or identified that are related to working with children or teens, families and/or caregivers.
- An understanding of EDI principles.

**Other Requirements**:

- Current Emergency First Aid Certificate.
- School Age Care Certificate or completion of the Responsible Adult Training course.
- Clear Criminal Records Check for Vulnerable Persons.
- Minimum 19 years of age.
- Effectively be able to participate & supervise in both indoor & outdoor activities with active school age children.
- Ideally, at least three (3) months experience working in a similar role.

**About Parkgate Community Services Society**:
Parkgate Community Services Society is a registered, not-for-profit charitable organization providing programs and services to our friends and neighbors at Parkgate Community Centre, Seymour Youth Centre, the soon-to-be-open new Lynn Creek Community Centre, and various other locations on the North Shore. With over one hundred staff, we are a diverse and welcoming team committed to making this a great place to live, work, and play. We pride ourselves on being community-driven, community-inspired, and community-supported.

**About Parkgate Community Services Society**:
Parkgate Community Services Society is a registered, not-for-profit charitable organization providing programs and services to our friends and neighbours at Parkgate Community Centre and satellite locations east of the Seymour River. We provide services to youth and seniors and we operate an extensive child care and family services program. With more than one hundred people on staff over the course of the year, we are a diverse and welcoming team committed to making this a great place to live, work and play. We pride ourselves on being community-driven, communi