NATIONAL OCCUPATION CODE 42201
POSITION TYPE PERMANENT, FULL-TIME, 35 HOURS / WEEK
THE ROLE
The Lead Youth Activity Worker is a front-line position that is responsible for planning and leading activities and programs for children and youth ages 6-18 year old, program prep and clean up, purchasing program supplies, preparing meals and snacks, mentoring Activity Workers and volunteers, promoting safety, and dealing with incidents and sensitive issues.
The Lead Activity Worker is someone that enjoys working with children and youth. They thrive in a fast-paced environment where they can get involved in the activities, build healthy and positive relationships with the children and youth, and expand the children’s skills and interests.
They are experienced in planning engaging, purposefully activities and programs in a variety of areas such as arts and culture, sports and recreation, leadership and service to the community, health and life-skills, and education and career exploration.
They are comfortable and confident in leading activities for small and large groups of children and has positive group and behaviour management skills.
They are a leader that can think quickly on their feet, stays calm under pressure and enjoys mentoring others.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES :
- Experience planning and leading activities for children and youth.
- Strong group management skills.
- Good organizational and time management skills.
- Knowledge and experience within cross-cultural settings.
- Knowledge of youth development, youth issues and community resources.
- Has a strong commitment to social justice, EDI and truth and reconciliation.
- Must have and maintain a Class 5F Manitoba Driver’s License with a clear Driver’s Abstract.
- Be able to provide clear criminal record and child abuse registry checks obtained within the past 6 months.
ASSETS :
- Pursuing or have a post-secondary education in Education, Child and Youth Care or related social sciences field.
- Experience handling a program budget / petty cash.
- Experience leading or mentoring staff or volunteers.
- Valid First Aid & CPR certification.
- Valid Safe Food Handling Certificate.