RECREATION LEADER 3 - ACCESS SUPPORT

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The City of Maple Ridge is seeking Access Support leaders to assist children with support needs aged 3 to 18 years. Candidates must be confident in adapting environments and activities to ensure children with support needs can participate alongside peers in programs. This position involves following individual support plans and personal care plans which may include feeding, toileting, and administering medications.  Training and direction regarding these processes will be communicated by parents, supervisors, and community partners. Participation and support in recreation activities, both indoors and outdoors, is required. 

This position is integral to ensuring the inclusion, safety, and well-being of children & youth with individual support needs. A Recreation Leader 3 – Access Support staff work within a team of recreation leaders. Strong communication skills within a team, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt are required to create a safe and supportive environment. 

The ideal candidate will exercise judgment within established policies and procedures, follow verbal and written directions from supervisors, respond quickly to situations, and problem-solve options utilizing resources and their team to assist with de-escalating conflicts and situations. Candidates with experience maintaining documentation such as daily logs, incident forms and connecting with parents/guardians will be needed

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by courses related to the work, plus some related experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

LICENCES AND CERTIFICATES

Standard First Aid and CPR – Level C.

HOURS OF WORK

This is an auxiliary position with no ongoing schedule of hours (Hours of work are governed by Schedule B (C, J) of the Collective Agreement alongside the Letter of Understanding for Workers in Children's/Youth Services and Recreation Access).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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 hrenquiries@mapleridge.ca.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU:

The City of Maple Ridge is a great place to work with competitive compensation packages that include the Municipal Pension Plan, 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.