POSITION OVERVIEW

Are you passionate about creating fun, safe, and inclusive experiences for children and families? The City of Maple Ridge is seeking enthusiastic Recreation Leaders who enjoy guiding children through play, social interaction, and group activities. As a Recreation Leader 2, you’ll help deliver engaging programs for children aged 0–12 in both indoor and outdoor settings. You’ll lead play-based sessions, themed activities, and licensed afterschool childcare, while ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all participants.
This is a great opportunity to grow your leadership and teamwork skills while making a positive impact in the community. If you bring a caring approach, strong customer service, and experience working with children, we’d love to have you on our team!

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of Grade 10 supplemented by courses related to the work, plus some related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Some knowledge of the fundamentals of program leadership and instruction of recreation programs.
Some knowledge of the rules, regulations, procedures and policies governing the work.
Ability to provide leadership and instruction for special events, programs, camps and other activities.
Ability to work as part of a team, communicating and collaborating well with others
Ability to lead and communicate effectively with program participants.
Skill in the operation of equipment used in the work.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High Five Training
• Food Safe Certificate
• 20 Hours of Responsible Adult Training

Please refer the Job description for details