Job Description

The Fairfield Gonzales Community Association is a non-profit society that enhances quality of life in our neighbourhood by providing various services to over 20,000 users annually. As an organization, we work collaboratively to create a positive space from a basis of supporting families and community

.

Job Title:

Family Program Facilitator

Position Type

: Part-time

Start Date:

September 8, 2025

Hours of work:

6-8.5 hours per week, Monday 9:00-12:30, and Tuesday 9:00-11:30

Salary Range:

22.75 - 23.25

Vacation and Benefits:

Plus 6

%

vacation pay & 4% pay in lieu of benefits

Reports to

: Early Years Coordinator

Overall position objectives

The Family Program Facilitator works in our Family programs and acts as a leader to attending participants (toddlers and adults). The position is responsible for providing support and guidance to participants by welcoming children and their families, facilitating activities, encouraging conversations, creating meaningful interactions, and communicating program information. The successful applicant must also help provide healthy snacks and lunches and facilitate a parent learning and sharing session.

Primary Responsibilities

Self-directed and confident in facilitating a family drop-in program

Personable and comfortable engaging with both guardians and children

Solid knowledge of the local community programs on health, child development, and referrals.

Effective communication skills (written and oral)

Demonstrate ability to facilitate child orientated, group activities (songs, stories & puppets)

Comfortable working with a diverse population and varied needs

Ability to lift heavy equipment up to 20 lbs. to set up child-appropriate settings

Ability to work within an active and noisy environment

Ability to cook and deliver healthy meals and snacks

Qualifications

Experience leading family centered programming

Having cared for and/or lived with small children is an asset

Standard First Aid and CPR (C)

Able to provide an acceptable Criminal Record Check

Minimum 19 years of age

The FGCA is committed to establishing an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or any other basis protected by applicable law. We actively encourage applications from people who are experiencing barriers to equity. Those who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process may contact Pippa Davis, Office Manager at office@fairfieldcommunity.ca or 250-382-4604. Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.

Interested individuals are requested email their resume and cover letter to Maggie Spencer at

eyc@fairfieldcommunity.ca . Please include "Family Program" in the subject line of the email.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Application deadline: August 15, 2025

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $22.75-$23.25 per hour

Expected hours: 6 - 8.5 per week

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-08-15
Expected start date: 2025-09-08