Part-Time Youth Workers

We are looking for an individual to step in in West Kelowna and support youth ages 12-19 as they build meaningful friendships navigate challenges in their life and participate in Y activities in our community!

If the following sounds like a good day at work then this job might be for you...

• Engaging youth in impactful and beneficial group programming delivering programs in-person at multiple youth-serving sites across the Central Okanagan including schools community centres youth centres and YMCAs
• Participating in opportunities programs and events that increase youths ability to socialize at YMCA centres improving connectivity and ensuring a strong sense of belonging for youth in the Central Okanagan.
• Assisting with implementing group programs daily activities and one-to-one support in accordance with YMCA standards and program expectations
• Fostering meaningful relationships and providing a place to belong for youth seeking growth in their lives
• Ensuring the safety and well-being of all members participants staff and property at all times

Wed love to hear from people with:

• Relevant education or education in progress (degree diploma or certificate) and/or experience working with children and/or youth
• Experience working with children & youth with exceptionalities an asset
• Excellent work ethic communication and interpersonal skills
• Passion to help youth achieve their full potential through purposeful programming and implementation
• A high regard for Child Safeguarding practices
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills - you leave spaces and administration better than you found them!
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Motivational Interviewing Mental Health First Aid Certification considered an asset (training provided)

Competencies:

• Commitment to Mission Vision and Values: Demonstrates and promotes a personal understanding of and appreciation for the mission vision and values of the YMCA of Southern Interior BC.
• Service Orientated: Deliberately identifies and creates opportunities to enhance each and every individuals YMCA experience. Creates action plans to resolve any service gap areas.
• Relationship Building and Collaboration:Builds positive interactions listens attentively and communicates effectively to create an open communication environment. Share information best practices and resources with colleagues.

Position details:

• part time potential for full time hours. Day time hours based on school calendar year.
• Schedule: 20-29 hours per week (flexible based on schedule availability and program needs)
• Compensation: $19.22/hr to start dependent on education and experience YMCA membership
• Contract school year

The YMCAs Commitment to Trust Safety and Equality:

As part of a trusted charitable organization you can expect to receive excellent services and safety training throughout your YMCA career. As the first step in your journey you will be required to:

Provide 3 references of a professional nature (e.g. Employer Supervisor or Colleague)
Provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check Check/Vulnerable Sector Search issued no later than six (6) months preceding your start date. The YMCA will provide applicable instructions and paperwork.

The YMCA of Southern Interior BC is an equity employer and encourages applications from all individuals who may contribute to the diversity of our workplace. This includes persons with diverse abilities persons of colour and ethnicity Indigenous persons (First Nations Metis and Inuit) and people of all sexual orientations and genders.

Application deadline: Sept 24th 2025