Before and After School Program Staff, Activity Leader at YBC

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jan, 26

Salary

21.0

Posted On

22 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Experience Working With Children, Knowledge Of Inclusive Practices, Child Development, Behavior Support Strategies, Strong Communication Skills, Problem-Solving Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Team Collaboration

Industry

Wellness and Fitness Services

Description

Date Posted: October 21st, 2025 Position Title: Activity Leader - Support & Inclusion Location: Henderson YMCA Kids Club (9540 Erickson Dr, Burnaby, BC V3J 1M9) Term: Temporary, Part-Time Hours: 17.5 hours per week Shift: Monday - Friday 2:30pm - 6:00pm Start Date: As soon as possible Salary: $21.00 per hour Reports To: Team Leader Benefits: * Competitive vacation and paid sick time * Free YMCA Gym Membership+ Y@Home * Generous employer-matched pension plan * Eligibility for Extended Medical and Dental Benefits * Training and Professional Development Opportunities * Extensive Employee assistance program * Reduced childcare rates and priority placement for YMCA Staff * Be part of a charitable organization that positively impacts the community *Some benefits may vary based on employment terms Nature & Scope Join Our Team! We’re hiring a part-time Support & Inclusion Facilitator for our before and after school program. This role focuses on creating a welcoming, inclusive environment for all children, especially those with diverse needs. You’ll work closely with a supportive team to provide individualized care, promote positive social interactions, and help adapt activities to ensure every child feels valued and included. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a child’s day while fostering a community of belonging and growth. Major Responsibilities- in this position, you will: * Provide consistent support to a child with diverse needs, ensuring their full participation in daily activities. * Assist in implementing individualized care and support plans, and contribute to their ongoing development and review. * Collaborate with the program team to create an inclusive, supportive environment for all children, including those with diverse needs. * Contribute to the development, implementation, and ongoing review of individualized care and support plans. * Assist in implementing individualized care and support plans, and contribute to their ongoing development and review. * Promote each child’s strengths while supporting areas of growth through inclusive programming and interactions. * Maintain enhanced supervision and ensure the child’s safety, engagement and well-being at all times. * Foster a sense of belonging and inclusion for every child through consistent, compassionate, and strengths-based support. Qualification-you bring: * Must be at least 19 years of age * Experience working with children with diverse needs in a childcare, school, or recreational setting. Ideally with children in the age range of 5-12. * Knowledge of inclusive practices, child development, and behavior support strategies. * Ability to work collaboratively within a team and adapt to the needs of the child and program. * Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills. * Emergency First Aid and CRC – C & AED * 20 hours of training in Child Development, Child Guidance and/or Nutrition an asset * Successful candidate will be required to provide 3 satisfactory references * Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record check with a Vulnerable sector search issued no later than six (6) months preceding the start date. About YMCA BC: By igniting belonging and championing health equity, YMCA BC strengthens the foundations of community. With over 3,000 employees and volunteers, YMCA BC serves 150,000 individuals of all ages, backgrounds and abilities across hundreds of service locations, from the Sunshine Coast to Fort St. John. As a charity, YMCA BC promotes equitable access to healthier outcomes by providing vital programs and services to help address many of our communities' most pressing social issues, including health and wellness, affordable child care and camps, mental health, employment services and community health. We believe there is potential inside all of us and envision vibrant, healthy and inclusive communities for all. YMCA BC is firmly committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB). By taking an intersectional approach to our programs and services, the YMCA is committed to creating spaces and experiences where everyone feels safe, welcome, and like they belong. Learn more at bc.ymca.ca. Application Process-ready to make a difference? We invite you to apply today and find your WHY! Internal Applicants: Please apply online to this position through the ADP Workforce Now Career Centre. (Myself/Talent/Career Centre) Application Deadline: Until Filled * Please include any and all relevant certifications in your online application. You will receive an automated notification to confirm receipt of your application. * If short-listed for a position: We will contact, you to move forward to the next step. * If not selected for a specific posting: Continue applying for future positions matching your qualifications and interests. Note: Depending on the role, we may be required to prioritize internal applicants. At YMCA BC, we approach each hiring process individually, recognizing that people bring diverse experiences and strengths. If this opportunity speaks to you, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every listed qualification. Your unique background might be just what we’re looking for. And if this role isn’t the right fit, we hope you’ll continue exploring future opportunities with us that align with your skills and aspirations. YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People Services department.   Thank you for your interest and application.

Responsibilities

The Activity Leader will provide consistent support to children with diverse needs, ensuring their full participation in daily activities. They will collaborate with the program team to create an inclusive environment and implement individualized care plans.