Date Posted: July 10th, 2026
Position Title: School Age leader, Support & Inclusion
Location: Thunderbird YMCA Kids Club, 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC
Term: Permanent, Part-time
Hours: 15 hours per week
Shift: Monday - Friday, 2:15pm - 5:15pm
*Sites are open on Pro D days and there is potential to work during breaks
Start Date: August 24th, 2026
Salary: $23.14 per hour
Reports To: Team Leader
Benefits:
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Competitive vacation and paid sick time
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Access to YMCA gym facilities at locations where we maintain physical sites + Y@Home
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Generous employer-matched pension plan**
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Eligibility for Extended Medical and Dental Benefits**
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Training and Professional Development Opportunities
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Extensive Employee assistance program
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Reduced childcare rates and priority placement for YMCA Staff
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Be part of a charitable organization that positively impacts your community
**Some benefits may vary based on employment terms
Nature & Scope
Join Our Team! We are seeking a Support & Inclusion school age leader for our before and after school program for Children age 5-12 years old. In this role, you’ll provide compassionate, strength-based support to children, including those with diverse needs, ensuring their safety, well-being, and full participation. You’ll collaborate with a supportive team to create an inclusive environment, contribute to individualized care plans, and deliver engaging, developmentally-appropriate programs that promote learning, wellness, and belonging.
This role also involves maintaining active supervision, supporting positive behaviour, building relationships with children and families, and helping to create a safe, welcoming program space.
Major Responsibilities- in this position, you will:
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Provide consistent, compassionate, and strengths-based support to children with diverse needs, ensuring their full participation, safety, engagement, and overall well-being.
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Contribute to the development, implementation, and ongoing review of individualized care and support plans while promoting each child’s strengths and supporting areas for growth.
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Implement and monitor the success of behaviour support strategies in alignment with individual care and support plans.
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Collaborate with the program team to foster an inclusive, supportive environment where all children feel a sense of belonging.
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Support the development and delivery of high-quality, developmentally-appropriate programs for children ages 5–12, aligned with YMCA standards, A Place to Connect curriculum, and legislative requirements.
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Design and lead indoor and outdoor activities that engage children of all abilities and backgrounds.
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Promote learning, wellness, inclusion, and positive self- esteem through program leadership.
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Maintain active supervision at all times, ensuring compliance with YMCA, Child Care Licensing (CCFL), and all health, safety, and legal standards.
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Build and maintain positive relationships with children, families, staff, volunteers, and community partners to support exceptional program delivery.
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Provide mentorship, guidance, and support to new staff and volunteers, fostering a collaborative team environment.
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Interact directly with children to deliver child-centered programming, support positive behaviour, and guide conflict resolution.
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Implement inclusive practices and provide individualized support, including enhanced supervision ratios where required.
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Maintain clean, safe, organized program spaces and prepare nutritious snacks in accordance with health and safety guidelines.
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Communicate effectively with participants and partners while supporting organizational initiatives and fundraising efforts.
Qualification-you bring:
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Must be at least 19 years of age.
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Bring experience supporting children with diverse needs in childcare, school, or recreational settings, ideally with those aged 5–12
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Are knowledgeable in inclusive practices, whole child development, positive youth development, behaviour support strategies, trauma-informed practices, and social-emotional leaning.
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Are confident planning and leading inclusive indoor and outdoor activities that support learning and development
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Able to build strong, respectful relationships with children, families, colleagues, schools and community partners
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Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, with a strong track record of reliability and commitment
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Understand (or are willing to learn) YMCA standards, Child Care Licensing (CCFL), and health and safety requirements
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Take pride in maintaining clean, organized, and welcoming program environments
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Comfortable with day-to-day responsibilities such as snack preparation and general program upkeep
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Demonstrate clear communication, professionalism, discretion, and a strong commitment to maintaining confidentiality
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Take initiative, demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, and approach challenges with a positive mindset
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Demonstrate strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and the ability to learn new software.
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Emergency First Aid & CPR certification (or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire is required).
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Completion of 20 hours of training in Child Development, Child Guidance, and/or Nutrition is required; YMCA BC offers complimentary training to support this requirement
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Successful candidate will be required to provide 3 satisfactory references
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Successful candidates will be required to provide or obtain, prior to starting, a current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search.leanin
About YMCA BC:
By igniting belonging and championing health equity, YMCA BC strengthens the foundations of community. With over 3,000 employees and volunteers, YMCA BC serves 150,000 individuals of all ages, backgrounds and abilities across hundreds of service locations, from the Sunshine Coast to Fort St. John.
As a charity, YMCA BC promotes equitable access to healthier outcomes by providing vital programs and services to help address many of our communities' most pressing social issues, including health and wellness, affordable child care and camps, mental health, employment services and community health.
We believe there is potential inside all of us and envision vibrant, healthy and inclusive communities for all.
YMCA BC is firmly committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB). By taking an intersectional approach to our programs and services, the YMCA is committed to creating spaces and experiences where everyone feels safe, welcome, and like they belong. Learn more at ymcabc.ca.
Application Process-ready to make a difference?
We invite you to apply today and find your WHY!
Internal Applicants: Please apply online to this position through the ADP Workforce Now Career Centre. (Myself/Talent/Career Centre)
Application Deadline: Until Filled
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Please include any and all relevant certifications in your online application.
You will receive an automated notification to confirm receipt of your application.
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If short-listed for a position: We will contact, you to move forward to the next step.
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If not selected for a specific posting: Continue applying for future positions matching your qualifications and interests.
Note: Depending on the role, we may be required to prioritize internal applicants. At YMCA BC, we approach each hiring process individually, recognizing that people bring diverse experiences and strengths. If this opportunity speaks to you, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every listed qualification. Your unique background might be just what we’re looking for. And if this role isn’t the right fit, we hope you’ll continue exploring future opportunities with us that align with your skills and aspirations.
YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People Services department.
Thank you for your interest and application. #TA1234
