Full-Time Activity Coordinator – Permanent
- To start September 11, 2023 or as soon as possible
- $28.32/hour
To develop after-school programs in 5 Burnaby schools to assist elementary school students with a successful transition to secondary school. Oversees the day to day operations of the program.
Key Responsibility Areas for Activity Coordinator:
- Plans, organizes, implements and evaluates community based recreational, social and/or educational activities to meet client needs
- Encourages and facilitates clients’ participation in activities; provides guidance and instruction
- Provides skill-building to clients such as life skills and social skills; models appropriate behaviour
- Ensures the safety of clients. Responds to emergencies in accordance with established policies and guidelines
- Participates in the development of individual activity plans
- Maintains related records and statistics and procedures reports as required
- Maintains liaison with clients’ families, other community service providers and professionals
- Fundraises for program supplies as required
- Supervises volunteers, practicum students, and ACTS Youth Worker
- Participates in PQI and other accreditation activities
- Performs other related duties as required
Qualifications, Job Skills and Abilities:
- Post secondary training in recreation or a related field, or the equivalent combination of education and experience. At least one year relevant work experience is required
- Excellent interpersonal behaviour and communication skills
- Written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to work effectively with volunteers
- Knowledge of the service population’s cultural and socio-economic characteristics
- Must have access to a reliable car
Applications are encouraged from equity-seeking groups including Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQI2S individuals, and those from other marginalized and/or underrepresented groups.
Please email resume and cover letter to Tracey Rusnak tracey.rusnak@cameray.ca by August 25, 2023.