#2227 - Child and Youth Worker | Permanent Part Time

Is shaping the minds of the next generation part of your life’s calling? The Developmental Disabilities Association has an immediate opening for a Child and Youth Worker position. Since 1952, Developmental Disabilities Association has been helping thousands of people in BC with developmental disabilities reach their full potential through support and advocacy. We create extended networks of support, invest in individual needs, and strive for an inclusive and safe community. Come see what we are about. Go to www.develop.bc.ca [http://www.develop.bc.ca] for all of our latest blogs and podcasts and scroll to the bottom of the page to connect with us on social! JOB TITLE: CHILD & YOUTH WORKER | #2227 SERVICE AREA: Early Learning & Youth Services LOCATION: Leisure Challenge (Renfrew-Collingwood) START DATE: August 24, 2026 TERM/STATUS: Permanent Part-Time SCHEDULE/HRS: Monday 13:00 - 18:00; Tuesday to Friday 14:00 - 18:00 // 21 hours per week Part-time during school days, Temporary full-time hours during school breaks (winter, summer, and spring), and professional development days. HOURLY WAGE: $26.43 - $29.26 as per collective agreement (2024 rates, implementation of new collective agreement is in process and new wage rates $28.04 to $31.04 will be implemented once funding is received) Role: The Child & Youth Worker ensures the provision of an enriched leisure program by providing opportunities for learning and skill development for youth with disabilities. The Child & Youth Worker designs educational and recreational activities that promote individual growth. What We Offer: * A fully employer-paid, comprehensive health, and welfare benefits plan * Employee and Family Assistance Plan * Municipal Pension Plan * Educational and training opportunities * On-the-job training * Professional development * Community involvement * An inclusive work environment Requirements/Education/Experience: * Certificate or minimum of 3 years in related studies toward a degree such as Therapeutic Recreation, Leisure Studies, Child Care, Social Sciences, or Education. * Minimum 1 year direct experience with youth in a recreational setting. * Strong interpersonal and team building skills. * Formal training in the area of counselling and behavior management. * Requires physical strength, good balance, mobility and endurance for recreational activities. * Criminal Record Clearance * Medical Clearance * Satisfactory Driver’s Abstract * Unrestricted Class 4 Driver's License or Class 5 Driver's License, and are willing to obtain a Class 4 Unrestricted Driver's License * Valid First Aid/CPR * Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification - training will be provided * Demonstrated competency in English written and verbal communication * Basic computer literacy * Eligible to work in Canada *This position requires Union membership. For more information, please visit our website at www.develop.bc.ca [http://www.develop.bc.ca] We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

The Child and Youth Worker provides an enriched leisure program to support the learning and skill development of youth with disabilities. They design and implement educational and recreational activities that foster individual growth and community inclusion.

Candidates must hold a certificate or have at least 3 years of related studies in fields like Therapeutic Recreation, Social Sciences, or Education, along with 1 year of direct experience. A valid driver's license, criminal record clearance, and medical clearance are mandatory requirements for the role.

• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits plan • Employee and family assistance plan • Municipal pension plan • Educational and training opportunities • On-the-job training • Professional development

• First AidPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred

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• Child and youth work
• Therapeutic recreation
• Leisure studies
• Behavior management
• Counselling
• Team building
• Interpersonal skills
• First aid
• CPR
• Non-violent crisis intervention
• Computer literacy
• Physical endurance
• Communication
• Crisis Intervention Certification
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Behavior Management
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Advocacy
• Leisure And Recreation
• Valid Driver's License
• Podcasting
• Computer Literacy
• Developmental Disabilities
• Disabilities
• English Language
• Physical Strength
• Recreational Therapy
• Social Sciences
• Team Building
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Blogs

• Social Services
• Education
• Sports & Recreation
• Child and Youth Worker
• Youth Counselor / Worker
• Social Work and Counselling Professionals
• Counselors, All Other

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

21 hours per week