Job Description

Alex House, as a neighbourhood house, takes an assets-based approach to working in community, understanding the potential of each individual to contribute to the wellness of our shared community, regardless of what brings them through our doors for the very first time. Alex House is deeply committed to decolonizing our approach, looking at all of our work through a decolonizing lens.

We are seeking

2

mindful, passionate, and collaborative

Community Development Worker

to join our Team for the summer. Alex House values reciprocity, honoring the skills, strengths and beings that people are. In this role, you will have opportunity to share your unique strengths, knowledge, skills and grow in areas like, collaboration, communication to name a few, working on creative and innovative projects and programs. In your time with us we will provide job specific training, support, skill development, and overall career development.

Accountability: The Community Development Worker 2 (CDW)

will join a dynamic team The Community Development worker works under the direction of the Community Development Strategy & Implementation/ Director of Youth and Families or designates This position will work on building a functional 'In Kind' donations data base to support the tracking of current and past donations and seek new opportunities. This position will also look for ways to build in food sustainability and food rescue and find ways to bride to programs and services who could benefit including Alex House participants. This position will also help support marketing and promotional activities including social media, the creation/updating of program materials and other administrative tasks.

Programing is intended to engage children, youth, and families and community in a social environment by offering interactive games, live music, art opportunities, and supportive activities to gain life skill, social skills, and interpersonal skills in the South Surrey/White Rock community.

Our work is centered on inclusion and equity, to build social connection and to break down discrimination through community building. We strongly encourage applications from people who identify as Indigenous, Black, and People of Colour (IBPoC), individuals with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ communities.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Engage children, youth, and families to nurture anti-oppressive, and culturally safe programing summer programs Work with staff, volunteers, families, and community partners to empower individual voices and skills Plan and implement engaging activities to foster a holistic approach to health and wellness Supporting the project planning, implementation and evaluation of activities and assist with writing reports Co-creating/program planning, implementing and assisting with administrative pieces for the Neighbourhood Fun Nights 2025 to build resilience and a sense of belonging. Co- create and facilitate a sustainable garden project in collaboration with Alex House's Intergenerational Community (organic) Gardens with Gardeners, early childhood educators, children and families supporting the Food Bank Donations. In collaboration with the Community Programs Coordinator or designate work on building new sources and partnerships for 'in-kind' donations within the local community. Co-creating a donations data base. Creating and maintaining effective tracking systems and forms needed. Assist in day-to-day marketing and promotion of activities including social media platforms Conduct outreach to into Alex House Community Programs Support promotion of volunteer opportunities at Alex House

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will be a student pursuing degree/diploma in Child/youth care, Social Work, Kinesiology, Education, Health Sciences or a related discipline or a related field Experience working with vulnerable children, school age, and youth and families as well as intergenerational populations in community-based settings Demonstrated experience working with children, youth, families Experience creating and implementing programs & community events for children and youth and knowledge of implementing programs and community events Knowledge and experience with community gardening, food rescue and food sustainability practices Lived experience 2SLGBTQ+, IBPoC or other historically underrepresented groups or allyship Experiences with leadership and group facilitation with children and youth Clear criminal record check Standard First Aid/CPR certificate or willingness to obtain and Food safe certification Fluency in a second language an asset Admin experience, use of Office 365, including basic excel, Outlook. Proficiency with use of Canva and other social media
Eligibility (Canada Summer Jobs):

Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment. Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person with refugee protection. Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN) and be legally entitled to work in Canada
Alex House/ ANH BC is committed to protecting the health and safety of its employees and the community.

This is an 8-week term full-time, 35-hour position from June to August 2025, (Monday-Friday with some evening work required) with an annual hiring range: $21.54 This position will remain open until filled. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply by email with subject line: to: hr@alexhouse.net

We thank and acknowledge all applicants and will proactively contact those selected for interviews.

No phone calls please.

For more information about Alex House visit www.alexhouse.net

The Association of Neighbourhood Houses of BC is an equal opportunity employer. We place a high value on diversity and encourage qualified individuals from all backgrounds and identities to consider applying for the position. Our total compensation and benefits package reflects our commitment to our team and their family.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.54 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-06-01