Our volunteers develop personally and professionally while having fun and making a difference in the lives of children and youth. Volunteering is also a great first step for people interested in working for the Agency. Diverse volunteer opportunities include: teaching programs organizing special events, helping in the computer lab, fundraising, assisting in the office and researching new program initiatives. If you are interested in volunteering please submit an application.
Preschool Assistant
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Location: Little Gators Preschool North Glenmore Elem
Posting Date: Monday, January 30th, 2012 - Closing Date: Wednesday, February 8th, 2012
Job Duties: Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs invite applications from qualified individuals to work at our Little Gators Preschool located in North Glenmore.
• Responsible for care, nurturing, supervision and safety of children ages 3- 5 years
• Lead children through a variety of activities including arts, crafts, science, music and reading
• Assist children to develop skills in cooperation, self-help, fine motor and gross development
• Establish open communication with parents/guardians
• Regular cleaning of daycare centre and equipment
• Ensure Licensing regulations are met
Qualifications: Education and Knowledge
• A degree/diploma/certificate and/or relevant experience working with children
• Early Childhood Education Certification and License to practice is preferred but not mandatory. Minimum requirement is Assistant Status Certification.
Training and Experience
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills
• Self motivated and enthusiastic
• Ability to work independently
• Current first aid certificate
• Successful completion of Agency screening process, including criminal record check
Salary: $13.73 per hour
Hours: 18 hours per week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday) 8:30 am – 2:30 pm
Please send resume and cover letter to: Name: Lianna Michaylow, Centre Director
Fax: 250-762-6562
E-mail: lmichaylow@boysandgirlsclubs.ca
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Community Youth Worker
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Location: Oliver/Osoyoos
Posting Date: Friday, January 20th, 2012 - Closing Date: Friday, February 3rd, 2012
Job Duties: The Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs is seeking applications for the position of Community Youth Worker in Oliver & Osoyoos. The successful candidate will be responsible for the promotion, development and implementation of mobile and site based youth programming in both communities. This position is ideal for someone who has a background and passion in working with youth, enjoys new challenges, and has experience in developing and delivering recreational and social programs for young people.
Supervise and interact with youth in a positive and supportive manner to ensure a safe and supportive environment for youth
Promote, design and implement recreational activities for youth in the Oliver and Osoyoos communities
Assist in the operation of the Oliver Youth Centre at the Cadet Hanger
Work closely with youth, developing relationships and provide positive encouragement and direction.
Use Club Vans to pick up youth & transport to various sites for recreational purposes.
Create and facilitate a Youth and Community Advisory Committees in Osoyoos
Ensure Agency Policies and Procedures, program standards, risk management requirements and general facility safety standards are met and followed by all at all times.
Ensure that the Agency Mission Statement, Vision and Core Values are incorporated into everyday practice.
Qualifications: Education and Knowledge
. Diploma or degree in Social Work/CYC/Social Science/Human Service Worker or Recreation field preferred
Ability to connect with youth, promote, develop and implement programs for youth focusing on life skills and recreation
Class 4 drivers license (or willingness to obtain)
Current First Aid Certification preferred
Training and Experience
At least one (1) year related experience working with children and youth
Have an interest and desire in working with the youth population
Must have a non-judgmental attitude
Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills
Self motivated and enthusiastic
Will complete our agency screening process, including a criminal record check
Salary: $17.00 per hour with cost shared benefits package
Hours: : 30 hrs/week (includes Friday & Saturday nights)
Please send resume and cover letter to: Please send resume and cover letter to:
Name: Lindsay Slobodzian, Centre Director-Oliver
Fax: 250-498-8873
E-mail: lslobodzian@boysandgirlsclubs.ca
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Afterschool Program Staff
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Location: Armstrong Club
Posting Date: Thursday, January 19th, 2012 - Closing Date: Sunday, February 19th, 2012
Job Duties: Okanagan boys and Girls Clubs is seeking applications from qualified applicants for the position of Afterschool Program Staff on a relief basis in our Afterschool Program at our Armstrong Club
• Develop and implement programs and activities that are consistent with agency core values and core programming areas. Ensure that programs developed, engage members, address healthy positive child development and provides members with a sense of belonging.
• Driving agency vans to transport children to and from school and to various sites for recreational purposes
• Establish open communication with parents/caregivers
• Supervision of children/youth
• Ensure that specific goals of children in programs are met
Qualifications: Education and Knowledge
• Relevant experience working with children/youth.
• A diploma, certificate or combination of courses of at least 20hrs duration which include child development, guidance, health and safety or nutrition.
• Current first aid certificate
Training and Experience
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills
• Successful completion of Agency screening including criminal record check
• Class 4 drivers license or willingness to obtain
Successful completion of Agency Screen Process including a Criminal Record Check
Salary: $12.42- $12.94 dependant on class 4 driver’s license
Hours: On Call Monday-Friday 2-6pm and full days during school breaks.
Please send resume and cover letter to: Name: Merran Davies, Centre Director - Armstrong
Fax: (250) 546-3468
E-mail: mdavies@boysandgirlsclubs.ca
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Early Childhood Educator
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Location: Lake Country Club
Posting Date: Friday, January 20th, 2012 - Closing Date: Friday, February 10th, 2012
Job Duties: Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs is inviting applications from qualified individuals to work at our Lake Country Club. The successful applicant will be providing direct care to children under 6 within our Daycare. This is a part time position that may lead to a full time maternity leave position effective June, 2012
• Assists in the planning, implementation and evaluation of developmentally appropriate activities and experiences for children.
• Provide a nurturing, fun and safe environment for children
• Establish positive relationships and open communication with parents/guardians
• Lead children through a variety of activities including games, arts and crafts, music, literacy and physical activity
• Ensure that specific goals of the children and program are met
Qualifications: Education and Knowledge
• Early Childhood Educator with current License to Practice
• Current First Aid Certificate
Training and Experience
• Minimum one year related experience
Successful completion of Agency Screening Process including a Criminal Record Check
Salary: $13.73 per hour
Hours: 20 hours per week
Please send resume and cover letter to: Name: Tobilynn Siemens, Centre Director
Fax: 250-766-5219
E-mail: tsiemens@boysandgirlsclubs.ca
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Community Kitchen Volunteer
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Location: Downton Youth Centre
Posting Date: Wednesday, January 18th, 2012 - Closing Date: Tuesday, January 31st, 2012
Job Duties: Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs is seeking a volunteer to help staff run a community kitchens project one day per month for at-risk youth.
• Volunteer will be responsible to perform the following tasks alongside OBGC staff:
• Survey youth for meal preferences
• Receive and track youth participation fees for program / track alternative youth payment options and responsibilities
• Search for recipes
• Compile ingredients required and make grocery lists
• Grocery shop within budgetary restraints of program
• Prep for community kitchen program days
• Allocate tasks in the kitchen an assist youth to complete them
• Monitor tasks to ensure food safety standards are upheld
• Monitor storage of food to ensure food safety standards are upheld
• Ensure youth are aware of requirements for preparing food safely at home
• Allocate cleaning tasks to youth and participate in clean up of kitchen
Qualifications: Education and Knowledge
• Strong knowledge of cooking, food safety standards and procedures
• Knowledge of basic nutrition
• Awareness of barriers facing at-risk youth
• Ability to problem solve and mentor young people
• Ability to budget
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Training and Experience
• Food Safety Certification preferred
• Prior experience with cooking preferred
• Prior experience with at-risk youth preferred
Successful Completion of Agency Screening Process including a Criminal Record Check
Salary: Volunteer Position
Hours: 5 - 10 Hours per month
Please send resume and cover letter to: Name Sarah MacKinnon
Fax: 250.868.3466
E-mail: smackinnon@boysandgirlsclubs.ca
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Camp Director – Camp ArrowFlight
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Location: Armstrong, BC
Posting Date: Wednesday, January 18th, 2012 - Closing Date: Thursday, March 15th, 2012
Job Duties: The Camp Director is responsible for the day-to-day operations, administration and leadership of Camp ArrowFlight. This includes the implementation of the camp business plan and creating revenue sources on a year round basis as well as managing program development and implementation. The Director is responsible for camper recruitment, meeting revenue targets and the management of the camps annual budget.
• Overall responsibility for the operation of a residential summer camp, retreat and environmental education centre
• Responsible for assisting in the development of a business plan and its implementation
• Oversee the development of the camps planning, promotion and implementation of developmentally age-appropriate outdoor activities and/or programs, for children, youth and families.
• Responsible for the financial management of the camp
• Responsible for the hiring, training, supervision and support of camp staff and volunteers
• Build positive relationships with children, families, staff and volunteers
• Oversees the management of the physical plant and its assets
• Actively participates in camp fundraising efforts
Qualifications: • Ability to work independently
• Minimum of two years of supervisory experience
• Excellent leadership, communication, organization, decision making and judgment skills.
• Self motivated and enthusiastic.
• Successfully complete the Agency screening process including criminal record check
• A valid class four driver’s license or the ability to obtain one
Closing Date remains open until suitable candidate found
Salary: Competitive salary and benefits package (Salaried position)
Hours:
Please send resume and cover letter to: E-mail: jobs@boysandgirlsclubs.ca
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Recreation Program Leader
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Location: Lavington
Posting Date: Tuesday, January 17th, 2012 - Closing Date: Friday, February 17th, 2012
Job Duties: Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs is seeking applications for the position of Recreation Leader to develop and deliver recreation activities for elementary children in the Lavington community. Shift starts in Vernon with a vehicle being provided to get to destination.
• Develop and implement programs and activities that are consistent with agency core values and core programming areas. Ensure that programs developed, engage members, address healthy positive child development and provides members with a sense of belonging.
• Supervision and safety of children
• Transporting children in Agency Vans to various sites for recreational purposes
• Establish open communication with parents/caregivers
• Ensure that specific goals of children in programs are met
Qualifications: Education and Knowledge
• Relevant post secondary education- Recreation, Physical Education desirable
• Current First Aid and CPR Certification
• Well developed knowledge and skill in positive behaviour management
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Training and Experience
• Two years related employment experience with recreational program planning and implementation an asset
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills working with children/youth and their families
• Current Class 4 Drivers license or willingness to obtain
• Strong Leadership skills is essential
Successful completion of Agency Screening Process, including a criminal record check
This position requires Union membership
This position is open to male and female applicants
Salary: $14.89 per hour
Hours: Part time – Monday and Wednesday – 1:45pm – 4:45pm
Please send resume and cover letter to: Name: Kirstie Blanleil – Centre Director
Fax: 250 – 542-6559
E-mail:kblanleil@boysandgirlsclubs.ca
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Recreation Program Leader
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Location: Alexis Park Vernon
Posting Date: Tuesday, January 17th, 2012 - Closing Date: Friday, February 17th, 2012
Job Duties: Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs is seeking applications for the position of Recreation Leader to develop and deliver recreation activities for elementary children at Alexis Park Elementary School.
• Develop and implement programs and activities that are consistent with agency core values and core programming areas. Ensure that programs developed, engage members, address healthy positive child development and provides members with a sense of belonging.
• Supervision and safety of children
• Establish open communication with parents/caregivers
• Ensure that specific goals of children in programs are met
Qualifications: Education and Knowledge
• Relevant post secondary education- Recreation, Physical Education desirable and/or relevant experience working with children and youth
• Current First Aid and CPR Certification
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Training and Experience
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills working with children/youth and their families
• Excellent leadership, communication and sound judgment skills
• Experience with recreational program planning and implementation
• Well developed knowledge and skill in positive behaviour management
• Enthusiastic and energetic participation
• Reliability is essential
• Ability to operate within and foster a team environment
• Current Class 4 Drivers license or willingness to obtain
Successful completion of Agency Screening Process, including a criminal record check
This position requires union membership
Open to male and female applicants
Salary: : $14.89/hour
Hours: 3 hours/week Thursday evenings
Please send resume and cover letter to: Name: Kirstie Blanleil – Centre Director, Vernon
E-mail:kblanleil@boysandgirlsclubs.ca
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Early Childhood Educator
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Location: Vernon
Posting Date: Tuesday, January 17th, 2012 - Closing Date: Friday, February 17th, 2012
Job Duties: Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs invites applications from qualified individuals to work at our Vernon Club in our Friends Together Daycare providing direct care to children under 6. This is a on call/casual relief position.
• Assist in the development and implementation of programs and activities that are consistent with agency core values and core programming areas. Ensure that programs developed, engage members, address healthy positive child development and provides members with a sense of belonging.
• Provide a nurturing, fun and safe environment for children
• Establish positive relationships and open communication with parents/guardians
• Lead children through a variety of activities including games, arts and crafts, music, literacy and physical activity
• Ensure that specific goals of the children and program are met
Qualifications: Education and Knowledge
• Early Childhood Educator with current License to Practice
• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• Well developed knowledge and skill in positive behaviour management
Training and Experience
• Minimum of two years demonstrated ability/experience working with children ages 3 – 5 preferred
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills working with families and community professionals
• Empathy towards children with challenging behaviours and a sincere desire to assist them in reaching their potential
This position requires membership in the BCGEU
Open to both male and female applicants
Salary: $15.54 per hour
Hours: On Call/Casual Relief
Please send resume and cover letter to: Name: Kirstie Blanleil, Centre Director
Fax: 250-542-6559
E-mail: kblanleil@boysandgirlsclubs.ca
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Afterschool Program Staff
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Location: Vernon
Posting Date: Tuesday, January 17th, 2012 - Closing Date: Friday, February 17th, 2012
Job Duties: Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs is seeking applications for the position of Afterschool Program Staff at our Vernon Club. This is on call/casual relief position.
• Develop and implement programs and activities that are consistent with agency core values and core programming areas. Ensure that programs developed, engage members, address healthy positive child development and provides members with a sense of belonging.
• Supervision and safety of children 6 – 12 years old.
• Transporting children in Agency Vans to and from school and to various sites for recreational purposes
• Establish open communication with parents/caregivers
• Ensure that specific goals of children in programs are met
Qualifications: Education and Knowledge
• A diploma, certificate and/or relevant experience working with children and youth
• Current First Aid and CPR Certification
Training and Experience
• Excellent leadership, communication and judgment skills
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills working with children and their families
• Experience with program planning and implementation
• Class 4 driver's license or willingness to obtain
This position is open to male and female applicants
This position requires Union membership
Salary: $15.23/hour
Hours: On Call/Casual Relief
Please send resume and cover letter to: Name: Kirstie Blanleil, Centre Director
E-mail: kblanleil@boysandgirlsclubs.ca
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Program Coordinator Youth Employment Services
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Location: Downtown Youth Centre Kelowna
Posting Date: Monday, January 16th, 2012 - Closing Date: Tuesday, January 24th, 2012
Job Duties: INTERNAL POSTING
The Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs are seeking applications from qualified individuals for the position of Program Coordinator of our Youth Employment Services. The Youth Employment Services Program supports at risk individuals aged 15 – 30 years in successfully securing and maintaining employment. This is a temporary position ending April 30, 2012
• Responsible for the facilitation and operations of the program to ensure that all of the goals, objectives and conditions set out in the contract with the Ministry for Social Development are fulfilled
• Provide support and supervision to program staff
• Plan and develop programming in consultation with the supervisor
• Maintain related records and statistics and produce reports as required
• Monitor program expenditures and maintain financial records in accordance with established procedures
• Develop and maintain co-operative relationships with appropriate community agencies
• Ensure the program adheres to all policies and procedures of the Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs
Qualifications: Education and Knowledge
• A degree or diploma in a related human/social service field
• Familiar with Ministry for Social Development funding guidelines
• Knowledge of local business community and labour market issues
• Current First Aid Certification
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Training and Experience
• Three years recent related experience including one year supervisory or administrative experience and/or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Experience working in the employment sector an asset
• Proven leadership ability
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Successful completion of agency screening process, including criminal record check
Membership in BCGEU
This position open to male and female applicants
Salary: $24.00/hour
Hours: 35 Hours week
Please send resume and cover letter to: Name: Stewart Tracey, Area Director
E-mail:stracey@boysandgirlsclubs.ca
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Camp Cabin Counselor
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Location: Camp Arrowflight - Armstrong, B. C.
Posting Date: Thursday, January 12th, 2012 - Closing Date: Friday, February 10th, 2012
Job Duties: To assist with the organization, implementation and evaluation of environmental education and outdoor recreation opportunities for children and youth in a residential camp setting.
Deliver “hands-on” Environmental Education and Outdoor Recreation activities that fosters a Childs respect for their natural surroundings
Effectively manage participant and group behaviour
Ensure quality leadership, guidance and supervision
Conduct self as a positive and appropriate role model
Carry out policies and procedures to ensure the safety of all participants
Plan and facilitate weeklong outdoor recreational and education programs
Lead children and youth on outdoor recreational out trips
Qualifications: and aptitude in residential camping, outdoor recreation and environmental education
Direct service experience and a demonstrate the ability in organize outdoor and/or environmental education programs
Experience planning and facilitating outdoor recreation programs
Leadership experience in an outdoor environment or residential camp setting
Demonstrated ability in behaviour management with children and youth
Excellent organization and communication skills
Successful completion Agency screening process, including a cleared criminal record check
Assets: Experience working in a residential camp environment, Class 4 driver’s license, 1st aid/ CPR, NLS Certification, canoeing certification, archery experience, belay experience or the ability to obtain certifications.
Salary: $80 per day
Hours: March 7- March 30, 2012 (Spring Break Camp Programs) Opportunity to lead to full time employment June- August 2012
Please send resume and cover letter to: Camp Director
Fax: (250) 546-8211
Email: camps@boysandgirlsclubs.ca
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Kitchen Assistant
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Location: Camp Arrowflight - Armstrong, BC
Posting Date: Thursday, January 12th, 2012 - Closing Date: Friday, February 10th, 2012
Job Duties: To assist the camp cook in the following tasks:
• Plan well balanced, nutritious menus and develop grocery lists
• Order all food and supplies for the kitchen within an approved budget
• Ensures health regulations are met and policies are followed
• Maintains the cleanliness of the kitchen and dinning hall
• Prepares meals and snacks in accordance within camper’s dietary needs and restrictions
Qualifications: Must possess food safe certification or willingness to obtain
Experience in food preparation environment
Must be willing to accept responsibility and work with others in a team environment
Must be able to relate and interact well with children, youth, staff and volunteers
Successful completion of agency screening process (includes criminal record check)
Assets: Current Standard First Aid and CPR certification and/or the willingness to obtain Post-secondary education in culinary arts or professional cooking experience.
Salary: Competitive compensation
Hours: Full time
Please send resume and cover letter to: Camp Director
Fax: (250) 546-8211
Email: camps@boysandgirlsclubs.ca
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Camp Cook
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Location: Camp Arrowflight - Armstrong, BC
Posting Date: Thursday, January 12th, 2012 - Closing Date: Friday, February 10th, 2012
Job Duties: Plan well balanced, nutritious menus and develop grocery lists
Order all food and supplies for the kitchen within an approved budget
Submit receipts and invoices for purchase
Coordinates the delivery of supplies to camp, maintains food and kitchen inventory
Ensures the health regulations are met and policies are followed
Prepares meals and snacks in accordance within camper’s dietary needs and restrictions
Mentors volunteers and kitchen assistants
Qualifications: Must possess food safe certification
Experience in food preparation environment
Must be able to facilitate the operation, cleanliness and equipment maintenance of the kitchen
Must be willing to accept responsibility and work with others in a team environment
Must be able to relate and interact well with children, youth, staff and volunteers
Successful completion of agency screening process (includes criminal record check)
Assets: Current Standard First Aid/ CPR and post-secondary education in culinary arts or professional cooking experience.
Salary: Competitive compensation
Hours: March 7- 30, 2012 (Spring Break Programs) Opportunity to lead to full time employment June- August 2012
Please send resume and cover letter to: Camp Director
Fax: (250) 546-8211
Email: camps@boysandgirlsclubs.ca
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Afterschool Program Staff
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Location: Lake Country Club
Posting Date: Wednesday, January 4th, 2012 - Closing Date: Friday, January 20th, 2012
Job Duties: Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs is seeking applications from qualified individuals for positions in our Afterschool Program at our Lake Country Club.
• Develop and implement programs and activities that are consistent with agency core values and core programming areas. Ensure that programs developed, engage members, address healthy positive child development and provides members with a sense of belonging.
• Driving agency vans to transport children to and from school and to various sites for recreational purposes
• Establish open communication with parents/caregivers
• Supervision of children/youth
• Ensure that specific goals of children in programs are met
Qualifications: Education and Knowledge
• Successful completion of a course or a combination of courses of at least 20 hours duration which include child development, guidance, health and safety or nutrition.
• Relevant experience working with children/youth
• Valid First Aid Certificate.
Training and Experience
• Excellent leadership, communication and judgment skills
• Class 4 driver's license or willingness to obtain
Successful completion of Agency screening process, including criminal record check
Salary: $12.42/hour/ $12.94/hour with Class 4 Drivers License
Hours: Permanent - Afterschool - 20 hours/week: Mon-Fri- 2:00pm – 6:00pm (Beginning January 30th, 2012 to June 29th, 2012)
Please send resume and cover letter to: Name: Tobilynn Siemens, Centre Director
Fax: 250-766-5219
E-mail: tsiemens@boysandgirlsclubs.ca
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Residential Youth Worker
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Location: Pennylane, Kelowna, BC
Posting Date: Monday, December 19th, 2011 - Closing Date: Friday, January 6th, 2012
Job Duties: The Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs invites applications from qualified individuals for the position of Residential Youth Worker our Pennylane youth transition house.
• Participates in the assessment, goal setting and progress evaluation of youth
• Teaches youth to relate in a socially appropriate manner through the use of daily routines and activities.
• Monitors youth in a residential setting and ensures their safety and well-being
• Provides behaviour management counseling to youth on a one-to-one and/or group basis.
• Provides emotional support and crisis intervention to youth
• Ensures effective communication and liaison between group home, school, family and community
• Ensures youth physical needs are met by performing duties such as assisting with basic personal hygiene and meal preparation
• Administers medication to youth in accordance with established policy
• Maintains reports such as statistics, logbooks
• Carries out household duties such as meal prep and cleaning
• Accompanies youth to appointments and community outings
• Performs other duties as required.
Qualifications: Education and Knowledge
• Diploma/Education in the Human Services field.
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Training and Experience
• Two years recent related experience Or and equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Complete the Agency screening process, including a criminal record check.
• This position requires membership in the BCGEU
Salary: $16.60 - $19.53 per hour
Hours: Sat/Sun 3-11pm and Wed/Thu 7-11 pm
Please send resume and cover letter to: Valerie Allen – Acting Program Coordinator
E-mail: vallen@boysandgirlsclubs.ca
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Afterschool Program Staff
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Location: Webber Road Community Centre
Posting Date: Monday, January 16th, 2012 - Closing Date: Friday, January 27th, 2012
Job Duties: Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs invites applications from qualified individuals for the positions of Afterschool Program Staff at our Webber Road Community Centre.
• Develop and implement programs and activities that are consistent with agency core values and core programming areas. Ensure that programs developed, engage members, address healthy positive child development and provides members with a sense of belonging.
• Supervision and safety of children 6 – 12 years old.
• Transporting children in Agency Vans to and from school and to various sites for recreational purposes
• Establish open communication with parents/caregivers
• Ensure that specific goals of children in programs are met
Qualifications: Education and Knowledge
• A diploma, certificate and/or relevant experience working with children and youth
• First Aid Certificate.
Training and Experience
• Excellent leadership, communication and judgment skills
• Class 4 driver's license or willingness to obtain
Successful completion of Agency screening process, including criminal record check
Salary: $12.42- $12.94 dependant on class 4 driver’s license
Hours: 20 hours/week:
Please send resume and cover letter to: Name: Cathy Warner, Centre Director
Fax: 250-768-3059
E-mail: cwarner@boysandgirlsclubs.ca
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Program Area Leader
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Location: Peachland
Posting Date: Monday, January 16th, 2012 - Closing Date: Friday, January 27th, 2012
Job Duties: The Program Area Leader will work as member of the Webber Road Club Leadership team and be responsible for the development, organization, implementation and evaluation of the After School Program at Peachland Elementary School.
• Ensures programs and activities offered are consistent with agency core values and core programming areas. Responsible for developing programs that engage members, address healthy positive child development and provides members with a sense of belonging.
• Responsible for the care, supervision and safety of children 6 – 12 years old.
• Provides supervision and leadership to program staff.
• Transporting children in Agency Vans from school to various sites for recreational purposes.
• Establish open communication with parents/care givers.
• Licensed Manager of program
Qualifications: Qualifications:
Education and Knowledge
• A diploma or degree in recreation and/or experience planning and implementing recreation programs for children
• Current First Aid certificate
Training and Experience
• Excellent leadership, supervisory, communication and interpersonal skills
• Class 4 Driver License
Successful completion of Agency screening including a Criminal Record Check
Salary: $14.74 per hour
Hours: 25 hours per week September - June
Please send resume and cover letter to: Name: Cathy Warner, Centre Director
Fax: 250-768-3059
E-mail:cwarner@boysandgirlsclubs.ca
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Afterschool Program Staff
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Location: George Pringle Elementary (A program of our Webber Road Community Centre)
Posting Date: Monday, January 16th, 2012 - Closing Date: Friday, January 27th, 2012
Job Duties: Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs invites applications from qualified individuals for the positions of Afterschool Program Staff at our Webber Road Community Centre.
• Develop and implement programs and activities that are consistent with agency core values and core programming areas. Ensure that programs developed, engage members, address healthy positive child development and provides members with a sense of belonging.
• Supervision and safety of children 6 – 12 years old.
• Transporting children in Agency Vans to and from school and to various sites for recreational purposes
• Establish open communication with parents/caregivers
• Ensure that specific goals of children in programs are met
Qualifications: Education and Knowledge
• A diploma, certificate and/or relevant experience working with children and youth
• First Aid Certificate.
Training and Experience
• Excellent leadership, communication and judgment skills
• Class 4 driver's license or willingness to obtain
Successful completion of Agency screening process, including criminal record check
Salary: $12.42-$12.94/hour dependent on Class 4 Drivers License
Hours: 20 hours/week: Mon-Fri- 2:00 – 6:00pm. Hours may increase during school breaks
Please send resume and cover letter to: Name: Cathy Warner, Centre Director
Fax: 250-768-3059
E-mail: cwarner@boysandgirlsclubs.ca
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Specialized Foster Homes
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Location: South Okanagan – Summerland to Osoyoos
Posting Date: Thursday, April 7th, 2011 - Closing Date: Sunday, April 1st, 2012
Job Duties: Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs is looking for Foster Parents in the South Okanagan Who:
• Can provide a stable home life for child and youth ages 5 – 18 who are experiencing difficulties
• Have an understanding or experience with children and/or youth with exceptional social & emotional needs
• Are able to work as part of a team, and attend training sessions
• Are self aware of their own capacity, values and beliefs yet are open minded
• Are able to be flexible, committed, non-judgmental, and empathetic
• Possess good problem solving, communication, record keeping, and observation skills
Qualifications: To be successful the applicant must be willing to participate in or provide:
• An in-depth home study
• A medical examination report
• A driver's abstract + reliable vehicle + insurance
• Agency screening including a criminal record check
• First Aid/ CPR training
A team of a family counselors and 2 youth workers will provide the caregiver with daily support, education and training and the youth with ongoing recreation and life skills coaching. Competitive wage package and regular respite provided.
Salary:
Hours:
Please send resume and cover letter to: If you have the ability to help a child or youth in need, or for further information please contact the Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs in Penticton:
Laurene Sloboda, Program Coordinator
lsloboda@boysandgirlsclubs.ca
1295 Manitoba St., Penticton, BC V2A 4Z9
Phone: (250) 493 -0512 ext. 116
Fax: (250) 493-5616
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Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs volunteers and staff members are a team of dedicated people who are working to enrich the lives of children, youth and families in our communities. We are an agency who lives our mission statement and values, and believes that our staff and volunteers are our most valuable resources. 
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