RECREATION LEADER 2 - CHILDREN'S AREA

POSITION OVERVIEW

Are you passionate about working with children in a fun, safe, and inclusive environment? As a Recreation Leader 2 within the children's division, you’ll develop leadership skills while delivering engaging recreation programs for children aged 0-12. You’ll work within a collaborative team, leading drop-in, play-based, and licensed childcare programs in both indoor and outdoor settings. Your role includes encouraging participation, ensuring safety, and providing quality care to children. 

Ideal candidates will have experience leading children in recreation, sports, or social activities, with strong communication and organizational skills. This front-line position offers the opportunity to grow as a leader while contributing to programs, events, and camps in a supportive, creative environment. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of children and families in our community!

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of Grade 10 supplemented by courses related to the work, plus some related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Some knowledge of the fundamentals of program leadership and instruction of recreation programs
• Some knowledge of the rules, regulations, procedures and policies governing the work.
• Some knowledge of organizing and planning for program delivery.
• Ability to provide leadership and instruction for special events, programs, camps and outdoor activities.
• Ability to deal and communicate effectively with program participants.
• Skill in the operation of equipment used in the work.

LICENCES AND CERTIFICATES

Standard First Aid and CPR – Level C.

HOURS OF WORK

The working hours for this position adhere to Schedule B (C, J) of the Collective Agreement, as well as the guidelines outlined in the Letter of Understanding for Workers in Children's/Youth Services and Recreation Access. It's important to note that this is an Auxiliary position, and as such, it does not have a predefined, ongoing schedule of hours.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Work well within a team environment.
• Have excellent interpersonal communicate skills.
• Follow written and verbal instructions, to always maintain policies and procedures.
• Enjoy active participation in recreation activities with children.
• AED Certificate, or be willing to obtain prior to employment.
• High Five Training
• Food Safe Certificate
• 20 Hours of Responsible Adult Training

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Candidates will be recruited on an ongoing basis for the duration of this posting.

EQUITY STATEMENT

At the City of Maple Ridge, we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive culture that actively values and embraces diversity. We strive to attract and retain a talented, diverse workforce that is broadly reflective of the community we proudly serve. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process by contacting hrenquires@mapleridge.ca.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

The City of Maple Ridge is a great place to work with a strong employee wellness program and the opportunity for professional career growth and professional development. If you want to help shape a growing community in a municipality that strives for service excellence, then this is the position for you.

 We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.