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Title posted on CivicJobs.ca - Children's Activity Leader OSC - RPT
Posted on November 22, 2024 by Employer details City of Vancouver
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Children's Activity Leader OSC - RPTRequisition ID: 42858 OrganizationLocated on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the x?m??k??y??m (Musqueam), S?wx?wú7mesh (Squamish), and s?lilw?ta? (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world?s most liveable cities and is working towards being the greenest city in the world. Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, reconciliation, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.Main Purpose & FunctionThe Children?s Activity Leader performs recreational work in implementing and leading a variety of activities for children participating in Out of School child care program at Ray-Cam Cooperative Centre in the Downtown Eastside. The position is primarily involved in delivering activities which will promote child development and learning.Specific Duties & Responsibilities Delivers a variety of children?s activities such as arts and crafts, music, storytelling, pre-math; organizes daily routines and makes modifications as appropriate; assists in or independently plans and implements group activities. Assists the Childcare Supervisor in the planning, coordination and assessment of childcare programs and activities to promote the development and learning of typical and special needs pre-school children; assists in providing training and work direction to substitutes, students and volunteers. Assists in identifying children with special needs; administers prescribed routines and operates adaptive equipment. Informs parents of their child?s progress and of any concerns; provides guidance and advice to parents as required. Assists in identifying and reporting cases of child abuse; as directed, liaises with a variety of agencies and consultants involved with the families of special needs children such as social workers, public health nurses, physical and occupational therapists. Assists in the organization and implementation of various family and fundraising events; prepares promotional materials such as posters and flyers. Enforces rules and regulations and ensures that required health precautions and safety standards are observed; administers first aid as required; recommends the acquisition of materials and equipment. Maintains a variety of records related to the work. Sets up equipment and furniture for activities; plans and prepares nutritional snacks; performs cleaning tasks in rooms and playground areas; opens and secures the building. Other duties/responsibilities as assignedQualificationsEducation and Experience: Completion of a certificate program in School Age Childcare or Responsible Adult and some related experience, particularly in working with special needs children; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Valid First Aid Certificate. Valid Food Safe Certificate.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Sound knowledge of the fundamentals of recreational instruction as they pertain to a child care program. Sound knowledge of the policies, regulations, and rules applicable to the work performed. Working knowledge of the principles, practices and objectives of organized community recreation related to a child care program. Working knowledge of the fundamentals of program leadership. Working knowledge of crafts, arts and other pursuits related to children?s programs. Some knowledge of modern office practices and procedures. Ability to coordinate and lead program activities for children of varying ages and development levels, and to participate in program planning and assessment. Ability to maintain control and exercise discipline with tact and consistency. Ability to es- LocationVancouver, BC
- Workplace information On site
- Salary$28.10HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentPart time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CivicJobs.ca #99718
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