Youth Worker

Youth Worker

Date: January 29 2026

Competition Number: 260-25/26

Locations: Westside Youth Centre - West Kelowna BC

BGC Okanagan is seeking a part-time Youth Worker to join our team at the Westside Youth Centre. As a Youth Worker youll create a fun safe and inclusive environment for youth support their basic needs and lead engaging activities that promote growth connection and belonging.

BGC Okanagan provide safe supportive spaces where children youth and families can explore new opportunities overcome barriers build positive relationships and develop confidence and skills for life.

Heres what we offer when you join our team:

• A positive supportive team culture where your contributions are valued
• Ongoing paid professional development to enhance your skills and advance your career
• Childcare discounts to help your family thrive
• Paid sick leave and vacation to help you recharge when needed
• A comprehensive benefits plan

So what are you waiting for Come join a team that trusts values and appreciates YOU. Your adventure begins here because Opportunity Changes Everything!

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Development implementation and evaluation of programs and activities for youth.
• Encourage and facilitate member participation in activities; provides guidance instructions positive encouragement and direction.
• Plan develop implement coordinate and evaluate the delivery of support services to youths.
• Create and develop engaging virtual programs for youth aligned with best practices and core programming areas.
• Supervises and ensures the safety of youth. Reports problems to the supervisor.
• Maintain and model appropriate personal boundaries with clients.
• Work with youth families staff and volunteers to support youth during challenging times.
• Encourage independence choices decision-making and problem solving in youth.
• Foster growth of self-esteem and self-concept in an environment that is welcoming and supportive.
• Encourage participation and community involvement amongst the youth.

Qualifications:

• Diploma certificate or relevant experience working with children or youth in recreation education or social services.
• Current First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Successful completion of the Agencys screening process including a Criminal Record Check.

Hours: 30 hours per week Monday Friday 2pm-8pm

Rate of Pay: $20.02 per hour

Closing Date: Open until filled

As an equal opportunity employer BGC Okanagan is committed to the prioritization of equitable and inclusive employment practices. Our goal is to be representative of the communities we serve and we encourage applications from communities which are structurally marginalized based on race disability age sex religion sexual orientation nationality social or ethnic origin gender identity and/or expression. If any candidate needs any accessibility support throughout the hiring process we will accommodate such requests when made. You will only be considered for a position with BGC Okanagan if youre legally entitled to work in Canada. Eligible applicants include: Canadian citizens permanent residents and refugees in Canada with legal status.

We appreciate and thank all applicants for their interest however only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Key Skills
Crisis Management,Direct Support,Behavior Management,Behavioral Health,Mediation Experience,Conflict Management,Computer Literacy,Child Protective Services,Experience with Children,Medication Administration,Social Work,Writing Skills
Employment Type : Part-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1