Job Description

Inclusive Child Care Worker, Aspire Program

Date:

March 12, 2025

Location:

Kelowna, BC

Competition Number:

276-24/25



Bgc Okanagan is hiring an Inclusive Child Care Worker for our group-based Aspire Program. Aspire is an amazing program for children and youth with diverse abilities, the program runs Monday to Friday after school and travels between Lake Country, Kelowna, and West Kelowna.


Step into a world where every day is an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children and their families!


At BGC Okanagan, we don't just offer jobs - we offer life-changing opportunities. Imagine a journey where your professional development isn't just encouraged - it's sponsored! With our cost-shared benefit plan, paid vacation, sick time, and 40% childcare discounts, we've got your back every step of the way. Feeling ambitious? Our leadership programs will catapult you to new heights, unleashing your full potential and empowering you to lead with confidence.
So, what are you waiting for? Come join a team that trusts, values, and appreciates YOU. Your adventure begins here - because

Opportunity Changes Everything!

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Participates in the assessment, goal setting and program planning. Facilitates physical, recreational, educational, social and vocational activities. Reviews and evaluates member progress and adjusts programs as required. Promote inclusivity with peers while providing necessary accommodations Develops relationships with member's parents/guardians and ensures effective communication with families. Maintain documentation of participants including daily case notes, statistical, and program reports Ensures that accurate program and member records are maintained, and that confidentiality is a priority.

Qualifications:

Diploma or Certificate and relevant experience working with children and youth with support needs or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Valid class 5 drivers license, we provide the vehicle First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain

Hours: 25 hours/week, Monday to Friday, 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm (increase hours over school breaks).

Rate of Pay : $25.95 per hour and cost shared benefits and vacation time

Closing Date: Open until filled

As an equal opportunity employer, BGC Okanagan is committed to the prioritization of equitable and inclusive employment practices. Our goal is to be representative of the communities we serve, and we encourage applications from communities which are structurally marginalized based on race, disability, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, nationality, social or ethnic origin, gender identity and/or expression. If any candidate needs any accessibility support throughout the hiring process, we will accommodate such requests when made. You will only be considered for a position with BGC Okanagan if you're legally entitled to work in Canada. Eligible applicants include: Canadian citizens, permanent residents and refugees in Canada with legal status.

We appreciate and thank all applicants for their interest, however only short-listed candidates will be contacted.