1:1 Worker/Educational Assistant

Urgently hiring

Job Description

$25.00 -$27.00 hourly

Saplings Outdoor Program is seeking an individual responsible for ensuring day-to-day support is provided to an individual by enhancing their quality of life and meeting the values / expectations of Saplings Outdoor Program.

We are looking for an individual who can commit full-time from now-June 2024. Individual chosen will be given training for the position in both support as well as nature-based education.

Responsibilities :

• Contribute to the development and implementation of Individual Service Plans or care plans for children requiring extra support;
• incorporate children requiring extra support into regular programming when possible or ensure alternate plans are available;

identify the abilities, interests, and needs of children and recommend individualized and group activities based on these.

• Assist program staff to create an indoor and outdoor environment that allows for accessibility to and safety of children requiring extra support.
• Ensure activities accommodate and promote inclusion in all aspects of the program.
• Conduct activities with children on an individual and group basis.
• Discuss background information with parents to offer continuity between home and program (i.e. using similar routines and structure);

record pertinent information daily in the communication book and report problems and concerns to senior staff.

• May recommend referrals or additional services for children with professionals, such as behavioral therapists, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists in cooperation with instructor / leader.
• Participate in meetings with families when required.
• Work with appropriate agencies to acquire resources for children requiring extra support.
• Assist children with toileting / diapering if required.
• Administer medications as required in accordance with established policy.
• Attend program planning and staff meetings to assess and discuss program plans and goals.
• Responsible to document and report child abuse to supervisors and the Ministry.
• Responsible to fill out accident report forms.
• Other related duties as assigned and may vary according to facility.
• Be familiar with and consistently apply the principals of Saplings Outdoor Program; Mission, Vision, Values, Policies, and Procedures.
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic and act according to Saplings Outdoor Program Performance Standards, demonstrating respect for all individuals.

Required Qualifications :

• High school graduation and up to 6 months experience working with children or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Police Information Check.
• Emergency Child Care First Aid or Standard First Aid including CPR B or higher.
• BCRPA High Five - Principles of Healthy Child Development Certification (or willing to obtain).

Desired Qualifications :

• ECE certificate or family license with min. 40 hours of work experience.
• Post basic ECE training.
• Training / courses in behavioral / developmental challenges, autism spectrum, special needs therapies.
• Completed guiding and caring courses.
• Must be capable of establishing positive interpersonal relationships and able to work as an effective team member.
• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team as well as the ability to function independently with clients with a predictable outcome.
• Demonstrate effective communication interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate flexibility and strong organization skills.
• Familiarity with applicable legislation and regulations.
• Working knowledge of computers and software such as; Microsoft Word, email and the internet.
• Self-motivated and demonstrated ability to motivate others.
• The ability to recognize the cause and meaning of abnormal behaviour indicative of a significant emotional and or psychiatric change and respond therapeutically.
• Ability to handle crisis situations in an effective manner.

Hours of Work :

Monday- Friday 9 : 00-3 : 00pm based on child’s attendance

Job Types : Full-time,

Salary : $ 25.00-27.00 per hour

About Saplings Outdoor Program :

Saplings Outdoor Program is a nature-based program located in West Vancouver for children ages 2.5-9 years old. The main purpose of our program is to provide children with an opportunity to connect with the environment in a safe and enjoyable way.

Nature is a child’s best education.