EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Child and Youth Care Worker – Part-time (with benefits eligibility)

Tsawwassen First Nation has an exciting employment opportunity for a part-time Child and Youth Care Worker. This position provides a variety of responsibilities required to ensure the full implementation of all children and youth programming as it relates to Tsawwassen First Nation. Your role is to inspire children and youth by being a strong role model and by demonstrating with your actions the contribution they can make to their community. You will be responsible for assisting the Child and Youth Team in planning, developing, and implementing programs, activities, workshops, special events and general required tasks.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist in the development and implementation of after school programing, professional development days, spring break, summer, and Teen programming. Collaborate with the Child and Youth team developing workshops and programs that focus on aspects of healthy living, life skills and self reliance. Facilitate groups focused on personal confidence, self-esteem, enhancement of cultural identity, and drug and alcohol awareness and prevention.

• Assist the Child and Youth Team to plan, carry out, and assess developmentally appropriate activities and experiences that promote the well-being of each child that respect and reflect the diverse needs of children
• Demonstrate and exemplify personal leadership qualities that embody self-responsibility, community-building, and positive life choices
• Individualize the curriculum and ensure that every child that participates in the Child and Youth Centre has access to all activities 
• Assist children in expressing themselves by listening and responding with questions or comments that extend conversations
• Provide a daily balance of active/quiet, indoor/outdoor and individual/group activities
• Use a variety of teaching techniques including modeling, observing, questioning, demonstrating and reinforcing
• Set reasonable behavior expectations consistent with the center’s philosophy and policies
• Ensure guidance of children's behavior that encourages positive self-concept
• Ensure the Child and Youth Centre environment is healthy and safe for all children
• Ensure positive and effective communication with parents/legal guardians
• Contribute to the ongoing operation of the Child and Youth Centre
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and activities in the Child and Youth Centre
• Build strong interpersonal relationships with children and youth one to one and in group setting.
• Liaise with outside agencies and the community on programs relating to Tsawwassen First Nation children and youth.
• Assist in the delivery of Language and Culture programming and events that build support for TFN Culture and Traditions.
• Assist in the development and implementation of yearly community events (Easter, Halloween and Christmas).
• Ability to maintain calm demeanor when faced with challenging behaviors and de-escalate in crises.

Qualifications and Conditions:

• Diploma in Recreation or Child and Youth Care from a recognized educational institution or equivalent education and experience
• Valid BC Class 4 Driver’s License 
• One to two years of related work experience
• Valid safety oriented first aid certificate
• Food Safe certificate
• Enhanced Criminal Record Review
• Sound knowledge of the philosophy and objectives of planned youth recreation programs and activities
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, time management, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills
• Good computer skills
• Leadership skills and abilities to provide and promote positive values and recreational/social benefits
• Ability to supervise and oversee youth participating in program activities
• Ability to work independently or with minimum supervision while also a team player
• Demonstrated maturity, professionalism, and sound judgment, including the ability to exercise impartial decision-making, maintain strict confidentiality, and consistently uphold program policies and professional boundaries in all working relationships
• Ability to demonstrate reliability and accountability in a position of trust, including responsibility for facility supervision and closing procedures

Hours of work:

Hours of work are variable, averaging between 22.5 and 30 hours per week, and are scheduled primarily during afterschool and evening hours (with shifts potentially ending as late as 10:00pm). Shifts may include weekends, professional development days, and spring break/summer holidays. Increased hours, up to full-time, may be available during spring break and summer holidays based on program needs. Work is performed primarily in the TFN Youth Centre and includes outdoor activities. 

Compensation:

• $25.79 - $30.62 hour. Placement within the pay scale is based on a review of skills, experience and internal equity
• Annual cost of living increases
• BC Municipal Pension Plan – employee contributes 8.61%, employer contributes 9.31%
• Excellent benefits, 100% paid by employer:  
• 100% prescriptions paid, no deductible
• 100% basic dental coverage, no deductible
• 100% varied paramedical coverage
• Up to 15 Personal days per year (9 days for 3 days per week schedule)
• Paid time off during the Christmas & New Year break
• Paid vacation time

We wish to thank all interested applicants; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.

Pursuant to the Tsawwassen First Nation Government Employees Act, first priority in hiring among qualified applicants will be given to Tsawwassen Members, second priority to spouses (as defined in s. 3 (1) of the BC Family Law Act) of Tsawwassen Members, and third priority to members of other First Nations. If you fall within one of these categories and you wish to have this voluntary information considered as part of your application, please indicate the applicable category in your cover letter.