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The School Age Leader will design and lead engaging indoor and outdoor activities while providing individualized support to children aged 5-12. They are responsible for maintaining a safe, inclusive environment, managing staff-to-child ratios, and fostering positive relationships with families and community partners.

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Date Posted: September 17th, 2026 Position Title: School Age Leader, Float Location: Various YMCA Kids Clubs in Chilliwack, BC* Term: Temporary, part-time Hours: 26-28 hours per week Shift: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 7:00am - 8:30am/9:00am & 2:00pm - 6:00pm & Wednesdays 2:00pm-6:00pm *Sites are open on Pro D days and there is potential to work during breaks Start Date: As soon as possible End Date: June 25th, 2027 Salary: $23.14 per hour Reports To: Team Leader *Little Mountain, FG Leary, Northside, Watson, Stitos, and Strathcona YMCA Kids Clubs Benefits: * Competitive vacation and paid sick time * Access to YMCA gym facilities at locations where we maintain physical sites + Y@Home * Generous employer-matched pension plan** * Eligibility for Extended Medical and Dental Benefits** * Training and Professional Development Opportunities * Extensive Employee assistance program * Reduced childcare rates and priority placement for YMCA Staff * Be part of a charitable organization that positively impacts your community **Some benefits may vary based on employment terms Nature & Scope Join Our Team! We’re seeking a compassionate and collaborative individual to support our inclusive before and after school program for children ages 5–12. In this role, you’ll work alongside a dedicated team to create a welcoming environment where every child—regardless of their needs—can thrive. You will design and actively participate in activities, provide individualized support as needed, help children navigate conflicts, and model positive behaviours. You’ll also contribute to care plans, support each child’s unique strengths, maintain appropriate staff-to-child ratios, and ensure a safe, inclusive space where every child feels valued and supported. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in children’s daily experiences while helping foster a strong sense of belonging and growth. Major Responsibilities- in this position, you will: * Support the development and delivery of high-quality, age-appropriate programs (ages 5-12) aligned with YMCA standards, A Place to Connect curriculum, and all legislative requirements. * Design and lead engaging indoor and outdoor activities that promote learning, wellness, and inclusion * Provide direct supervision, guidance, and mentorship to new staff and volunteers, fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment * Build and maintain positive relationships with children, families, staff, and community partners to ensure exceptional service delivery * Communicate effectively with participants and partners while supporting organization-wide initiatives and fundraising efforts. * Create and sustain a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment that promotes belonging, confidence, and positive self-esteem in children * Consistently maintain active supervision and engagement while ensuring full compliance with YMCA, Child Care Licensing (CCFL), health, safety, and legal requirements * Interact directly with children to deliver child-centered programming, support positive behaviour, and guide conflict resolution. * Provide individualized support to children, including contributing to the development and implementation of care plans and maintaining enhanced ratios where required * Collaborate with team members to implement inclusive practices and support children with diverse needs to fully participate in programming. * Monitor and maintain program spaces to ensure they are clean, safe, organized, and professional, including activity areas and washrooms. * Prepare and serve nutritious snacks in accordance with health and safety guidelines * Maintain strict confidentiality of all information related to children, families, staff, and operations Qualification-you bring: * Must be at least 19 years of age. * Bring experience working with children ages 5–12 and are passionate about delivering engaging, high-quality programs * Are confident planning and leading inclusive indoor and outdoor activities that support learning and development * Able to build strong, respectful relationships with children, families, colleagues, schools and community partners * Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, with a strong track record of reliability and commitment * Understand (or are willing to learn) YMCA standards, Child Care Licensing (CCFL), and health and safety requirements * Take pride in maintaining clean, organized, and welcoming program environments * Comfortable with day-to-day responsibilities such as snack preparation and general program upkeep * Demonstrate clear communication, professionalism, discretion, and a strong commitment to maintaining confidentiality * Take initiative, demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, and approach challenges with a positive mindset * Demonstrate strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and the ability to learn new software. * Emergency First Aid & CPR certification (or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire is required). * Completion of 20 hours of training in Child Development, Child Guidance, and/or Nutrition is required; YMCA BC offers complimentary training to support this requirement * Successful candidate will be required to provide 3 satisfactory references * Successful candidates will be required to provide or obtain, prior to starting, a current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search. About YMCA BC: By igniting belonging and championing health equity, YMCA BC strengthens the foundations of community. With over 3,000 employees and volunteers, YMCA BC serves 150,000 individuals of all ages, backgrounds and abilities across hundreds of service locations, from the Sunshine Coast to Fort St. John. As a charity, YMCA BC promotes equitable access to healthier outcomes by providing vital programs and services to help address many of our communities' most pressing social issues, including health and wellness, affordable child care and camps, mental health, employment services and community health. We believe there is potential inside all of us and envision vibrant, healthy and inclusive communities for all. YMCA BC is firmly committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB). By taking an intersectional approach to our programs and services, the YMCA is committed to creating spaces and experiences where everyone feels safe, welcome, and like they belong. Learn more at www.ymcabc.ca. Application Process-ready to make a difference? We invite you to apply today and find your WHY! Internal Applicants: Please apply online to this position through the ADP Workforce Now Career Centre. (Myself/Talent/Career Centre) Application Deadline: September 27th, 2026 * Please include any and all relevant certifications in your online application. You will receive an automated notification to confirm receipt of your application. * If short-listed for a position: We will contact, you to move forward to the next step. * If not selected for a specific posting: Continue applying for future positions matching your qualifications and interests. Note: Depending on the role, we may be required to prioritize internal applicants. At YMCA BC, we approach each hiring process individually, recognizing that people bring diverse experiences and strengths. If this opportunity speaks to you, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every listed qualification. Your unique background might be just what we’re looking for. And if this role isn’t the right fit, we hope you’ll continue exploring future opportunities with us that align with your skills and aspirations. YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People Services department. Thank you for your interest and application.

Ce que vous ferez

The School Age Leader will design and lead engaging indoor and outdoor activities while providing individualized support to children aged 5-12. They are responsible for maintaining a safe, inclusive environment, managing staff-to-child ratios, and fostering positive relationships with families and community partners.

Exigences

Candidates must be at least 19 years old with experience working with children and a passion for inclusive programming. Applicants are required to hold or obtain Emergency First Aid & CPR certification and complete 20 hours of training in child development, guidance, or nutrition.

Avantages

• Competitive vacation • Paid sick time • Access to YMCA gym facilities • Employer-matched pension plan • Extended medical and dental benefits • Training and professional development opportunities • Employee assistance program • Reduced childcare rates • Priority placement for YMCA staff

Compétences indiquées

• Premiers soins · Souhaitée
• Résolution de problèmes · Souhaitée
• Mentorship · Souhaitée
• CPR · Souhaitée
• Child supervision · Souhaitée
• Safety Compliance · Souhaitée
• Communication · Souhaitée
• Microsoft Office · Souhaitée
• Team Collaboration · Souhaitée
• Relationship Building · Souhaitée
• Conflict Resolution · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Child supervision
• Program planning
• Conflict resolution
• Inclusive practices
• Mentorship
• Communication
• First aid
• CPR
• Child development
• Nutrition
• Microsoft Office
• Safety compliance
• Relationship building
• Problem-solving
• Team collaboration
• Emergency First Aid
• Professionalism
• ADP Workforce Now
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• Willingness To Learn
• Compassion
• Planning
• Working With Children
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Mental Health
• Child Development
• Community Health
• Computer Literacy
• Confidentiality
• Conflict Resolution
• Fundraising
• Disabilities
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Leadership
• Health Equity
• Problem Solving
• Microsoft Outlook
• Operations
• Proactivity
• People Services

Domaines d’emploi

• Education
• Social Services
• Sports & Recreation
• School Leader
• Family / School / General Case Manager
• Social Work and Counselling Professionals
• Child, Family, and School Social Workers