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Position Summary
The Child & Youth Care Worker is responsible for planning, delivering and evaluating program activities for children and youth, ensuring a safe and supportive environment. This role emphasizes building positive relationships and serving as a role model for program participants. The Child & Youth Care Worker facilitates group activities and delivers innovative, outcomes-focused programming using a trauma-informed approach that prioritizes safety, empowerment, choice, and skill development. The role also involves upholding the Agency's values in daily practice, adhering to policies, procedures, and relevant standards, and following the Agency Code of Ethics to guide professional decision-making and behavior. The Child & Youth Care Worker maintains a purposeful focus on achieving program goals and fostering meaningful outcomes for participants.
Position Details
There are multiple positions available . Please read through all of them carefully and when applying, indicate which position and which club location you are applying to. Any application that does not include the Position and_
Location
will not be considered._
Position 1 - David Cameron Club Split Shift
Wage:
$20/hour
Term:
August 26, 2025 - June 26, 2026
Hours:
27.5 hours/week
Shift:
Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 9:00am, 2:30pm - 6:00pm
Location:
David Cameron Club, 675 Meaford Ave, Colwood, BC V9B 5Y1
Benefits:
Extended Health Care Benefits after 3-month probation period
Opportunities:
Professional development, supportive work/life balance, training and development, career opportunities and advancement
Position 2 - Colwood Club
Wage:
$20
Term:
August 26, 2025 - June 26, 2026
Hours:
17.5hours/week
Shift:
Monday - Friday, 2:30pm - 6:00pm
Location:
Colwood Club, 3000 Wishart Rd, Colwood, BC V9C 3E9
Opportunities:
Professional development, supportive work/life balance, training and development, career opportunities and advancement
Professional development, supportive work/life balance, training and development, career opportunities and advancement
Position 4 - Wishart Club
Wage:
$20/hour
Term:
August 26, 2025 - June 26, 2026
Hours:
22.5 hours/week
Shift:
Monday - Friday, 2:30pm - 6:00pm
Location:
Wishart Club, 3310 Wishart Rd, Colwood, BC V9C 1R2
Opportunities:
Professional development, supportive work/life balance, training and development, career opportunities and advancement
Position 5 - Crystal View Club
Wage:
$20/hour
Term:
August 26, 2025 - June 26, 2026
Hours:
18.75 hours/week
Shift:
Monday - Friday, 2:15pm - 6:00pm
Location:
2662 Silverstone Way, Victoria, BC V9B 6A6
Opportunities:
Professional development, supportive work/life balance, training and development, career opportunities and advancement
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Organizes and implements creative, intentional, and developmentally-appropriate activities and experiences
Using a preventative, strengths-based, and positive role model approach, facilitates participant engagement in daily program activities
Utilizes a learning theory approach (visual, verbal and tactile/experiential) when interacting with participants
Adheres to CARF accreditation, Agency's policies and procedures, and operates within the Agency's goals and objectives, as outlined in the Model for Success
Ensures the safety and well-being of participants setting clear boundaries, communicating expectations, modeling respectful behavior and maintaining a structured and secure environment
Nurtures positive relationships and professional communication with families regarding participants' day.
Ensures the safety of participants. Responds to emergencies in accordance with established policies and guidelines.
Participates in reviewing and providing feedback on activities and services, as requested by the Supervisor
Provides/collects data per Agency documentation protocols for attendance, log books and timesheets/expenses
Assist with self-administration of medication as required in accordance with established guidelines, procedures and instructions
Protects confidentiality and the rights of the person served
Assists with maintaining environments that are free from threat or harm by identifying, addressing and/or reporting potential risks including enforcing safety rules, inspecting play areas for hazards, ensuring equipment is in safe working condition, overseeing interactions to prevent bullying or unsafe behaviours and providing clear guidelines for safe use of spaces and materials
Adheres to program-specific schedules for cleaning, inventory of supplies, and other associated maintenance tasks
Works cooperatively, collaboratively and pro-actively within the team and within position role and boundaries
Participates as Agency brand champions at community events, committees and other functions as requested including actively serving as a committee member on in-house committees, or participating in Agency events at a booth in community to talk about our Agency work
Performs other duties as assigned or requested, which may include tasks not listed in this position description but are within the scope of the position, program, and/or department
Adapts activities and services to meet Individual Care Plans for each participant in collaboration with Team Lead and Supervisor
Works with Supervisor (and child's support worker, if participant has one) to implement behaviour and learning strategies individualized to the unique needs of each participant and the Care Plan
Adheres to licensing regulations and reporting requirements
Ensures youth have a safe way home, and communication is made with the parties necessary confirming pick-up arrangements with parents or guardians, verifying transportation plans, and monitoring departure times. If transportation changes or issues arise, the Child & Youth Care Worker communicates promptly with the necessary parties--such as parents, guardians, or authorized contacts--to confirm alternative arrangements and ensure the youth's safety
Assists youth with food/meal preparation demonstrating safety strategies
A full list of duties and responsibilities will be provided in the position description
Minimum Qualifications
Must be 19 years of age
Relevant certificate in Recreation, Education, Child & Youth Care, Social Work or human social services field or equivalent combination of education and experience
6 months recent related experience with a minimum of 20 hours training in child development, guidance, health and safety or nutrition to meet licensing standards
Demonstrated experience in relationship building and working with diverse family systems
Experience working with children and youth ages 5-16 years
Standard First Aid certification and CPR C
To Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter to employment@bgcsvi.org indicating which position you are applying for in your email subject line and 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
This position is open to all applicants. This position requires union membership.
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 employment@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, WSANE?, T'Sou-ke, MAlexe? and Scia'new people, whose traditional territories we live and work upon each day
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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
Victoria, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
This posting had 6 different positions. Please indicate which position and Club you are applying for.
Work Location: In person
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