School Age & Youth Program Leader

POSITION: School-Aged & Youth Program Leaders
SALARY: JB05 – $21.62 per hour + 14% in lieu of benefits = $24.65 per hour (Jan 2024 rate)
                       – $22.05 per hour + 14% in lieu of benefits = $25.14 per hour (July 2024 rate)
              JB07 – $25.84 per hour + 14% in lieu of benefits = $29.46 per hour (Jan 2024 rate)
                      – $26.35 per hour + 14% in lieu of benefits = $30.04 per hour (July 2024 rate)
CLASSIFICATION: JB05 to JB07 – depending on program requirements
HOURS OF WORK: Variable hours – including evenings and weekends. Hours are based on program registration.
STATUS: Auxiliary
CLOSING DATE: April 18th, 2024, at 12:00PM
COMPETITION #: 24-29

SUMMARY: West Shore Parks & Recreation (WSPR) is looking for exceptional staff to deliver exciting recreation opportunities to the children and youth of the Westshore. Programs encourage participants to cultivate friendships and experience a wide variety of activities, while developing lifetime skills. WSPR is looking for energetic, enthusiastic Program Leaders for school-aged and/or youth programs. Under the direction of the Sport and Youth Programmer, School-Aged & Youth Program Leaders are responsible for: program organization and implementation of a variety of programs including youth drop-in programs, youth sports programs, Home Alone courses, Red Cross Babysitter courses, Cooking for Fun, Dungeons & Dragons and Board Game club, and Special Events.

JOB DUTIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to problem-solve and seek solutions.
• Ability to be imaginative and flexible to ensure all programs operate smoothly.
• Ability to follow established safety standards and requirements.
• Excellent customer service, inter-personal, and public relations skills are required.
• Easy going, adaptable, and approachable personality.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Current Emergency First Aid and CPR C certificate is required.
• Current Criminal Record Check is required.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to foster an environment that encourages participation.
• Demonstrate ability to work co-operatively in a team environment as well as independently.