Job Description

DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation
STATUS: Auxiliary
NO. OF POSITIONS: 1-4
UNION: CUPE, Local 387
HOURS OF WORK: Various hours based on registrations and support needs
SALARY: $27.20 to $29.46 per hour + 12% in lieu of benefits and vacation

The City of New Westminster is hiring Program Support Workers to support a variety of children’s and preschool recreation programs in our community over the Fall, Winter and Spring seasons. This position supports and assists children (3 – 15 years) with diverse abilities in participating in our variety of programs. This role is a key part in encouraging and integrating our child participants with varying abilities. Our programs include preschool, recreational activities, and social programs. Some supervision will be provided, but successful applicants should be able to work independently and exercise fair judgement.

Qualifications:
• Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by courses related to the work, plus related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Experience working with social, cultural and recreational needs of children and youth with varying abilities.
• Experience providing excellent customer service to children and youth with diverse abilities and behavioral needs.
• Driver’s License for the Province of British Columbia.
• The successful candidate will be required to pass and maintain a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector check.

A variety of shifts will be available for this position including afterschool programs on weekends and weekdays and supporting our Discovery Playtime Preschool Program that runs weekday mornings and afternoons starting in September 2024. The schedule will be built based on registration numbers and employment will be based on registrations. Please include your availability in your application.

Applications will be reviewed upon submission and shortlisted candidates may be
interviewed prior to the posting closing date.

Apply online with your resume and cover letter in one document at www.newwestcity.ca/employment by August 20, 2024.

To support a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community; women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized individuals, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversity of our workforce, are encouraged to express their interest.
New Westminster is on the unceded and unsurrendered land of the Halq’eméylem-speaking peoples.
It is acknowledged by the City that colonialism has made invisible their histories and connections to the land.
We are learning and building relationships with the people whose lands we are on.
We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.

Required languages: English

Education level: See Above

Required skills: See Above

Closest intersection: 6th Street & Royal Ave