Posted 4 months ago
Inclusive Child Care Worker (Temporary)
@ BGC Okanagan
British Columbia
Overview
BGC Okanagan is hiring a temporary full-time Inclusive Child Care Worker covering maternity leave until June 2027, in the Central Okanagan from Peachland to Oyama. The role supports children with a range of developmental and support needs within childcare, afterschool and life skills programs, and works with families and community partners. The posting states 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 7:30am and 6pm, at $25.95 per hour.
Pay:
$25.95 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Support children with a range of support needs in childcare settings
- Implement strategies from inclusive childcare consultants' support plans
- Facilitate physical, recreational, educational and social activities
- Manage emergency and aggressive behaviour situations and report to supervisor
- Build relationships with parents and guardians and document progress
Requirements summary:
- Diploma in human or social service field
- One year experience with children and youth with support needs
- Valid Class 5 driver's licence and reliable vehicle
- Current First Aid certificate or willingness to obtain
- ECE or ECE Assistant certification an asset
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · bamboohr
- Employer posting date
- 2026-07-21
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Social & community services |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Hours per week | 35 |
| Schedule | day, evening |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | School, Outdoors |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | Class 5, First Aid, ECE, ECE Assistant |
| Driver’s licence | required, own vehicle |
| Encouraged to apply | People with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | human services, social services |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Employee discount, Childcare |
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BGC Okanagan
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Full company description
BGC Okanagan is a leading provider of programs to children and youth that support the healthy physical, educational and social development at 41 service Clubs located throughout the Okanagan valley. Each centre creates a safe, supportive environment where children and youth experience new opportunities, overcome barriers, build positive relationships and develop confidence and skills for life. Our programs focus on an individual’s strengths and capabilities, and all programs embrace the principles of equality and inclusion. We help young people grow healthy, happy and safely from birth to adulthood, and are a resource and support for parents throughout their family’s involvement with us. Vision All children and youth discover and achieve their dreams and grow up to be healthy, successful and active participants in society. Mission To provide a safe, supportive place where children and youth can experience new opportunities, overcome barriers, build positive relationships and develop confidence and skills for life.
- LinkedIn followers
- 868
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 113
- Reported office locations
- 1434 Graham St, Kelowna, British Columbia V1Y 3A8, CA
- 3300 37th Ave, Vernon, British Columbia V1T 2Y5, CA
- 1295 Manitoba St, Penticton, British Columbia V2A 4Z9, CA
- 9111 Peach Orchard Rd, Summerland, British Columbia V0H, CA
- 3385 Pleasant Valley Rd, Armstrong, British Columbia V0E1B1, CA
- 9870 Bottom Wood Lake Rd, Lake Country, British Columbia V4V 1T1, CA
- Business categories
- Training
- Education
- Non Profit
- Charity
- Other recorded names
- BGC Okanagan
- Specialties
- Childcare
- Recreation
- Youth Work
- Family Support
- After school care
- Youth Programs
- and Preschool
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 10,000
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
BGC Okanagan is a leading provider of programs to children and youth that support the healthy physical, educational and social development at 41 service Clubs located throughout the Okanagan valley. Each centre creates a safe, supportive environment where children and youth experience new opportunities, overcome barriers, build positive relationships and develop confidence and skills for life. Our programs focus on…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Non-profit Organizations |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | Kelowna, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 1959 |
| Specialties | ChildcareRecreationYouth WorkFamily SupportAfter school careYouth Programsand Preschool |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 41 |
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Inclusive Child Care Worker - TERM
Date: July 22, 2026
Competition Number: 106-26/27
Location: Central Okanagan (Peachland to Oyama)
Term: Maternity leave coverage until June 2027
BGC Okanagan is hiring a temporary Inclusive Child Care Worker!
Step into a role where every day is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and their families. As an Inclusive Child Care Worker (ICCW), you will support children with a wide range of developmental and support needs. This position is part of the Inclusive Child Care (ICC) Model, a collaborative project involving multiple community partners, dedicated to making inclusive childcare accessible to all families who seek it.
At BGC Okanagan, we are committed to fair, inclusive hiring practices and building teams that reflect the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people who have been historically marginalized for many reasons, including race, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, or age.
If you need accessibility support at any stage of the hiring process, we encourage you to let us know and we will accommodate such requests when made.
Here’s what we offer when you join our team:
- A positive, supportive team culture where your contributions are valued
- Ongoing paid professional development to enhance your skills and advance your career
- Childcare discounts to help your family thrive
- Paid sick leave and vacation to help you recharge when needed
- A comprehensive benefits plan
So, what are you waiting for? Come join a team that trusts, values, and appreciates YOU. Your adventure begins here – because Opportunity Changes Everything!
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Participate in assessment, goal setting and program planning.
- Evaluates client needs and develops short-term plans to meet such needs.
- Supporting children with a range of support needs in their childcare setting.
- Supports full inclusion of one or more children in a childcare, afterschool care, or life skills program, and implementing strategies identified by the inclusive childcare consultant(s) defined in the participant's support/care plan.
- Facilitates physical, recreational, educational, social, and vocational activities.
- Recognizes, analyzes and manages potential emergency situations such as members aggressive behavior to minimize potential ensures no harm comes to the members and/or the public. Reports problems to the supervisor.
- Reviews and evaluates member progress and adjusts programs as required.
- Identifies social, economic, recreational, physical, vocational and educational services in the community that will meet member needs. Maintains liaison with other agencies, professionals, government officials and the community.
- Promotes inclusivity among peers while providing appropriate accommodation.
- Builds and maintains positive relationships with members’ parents/guardians, ensuring effective and ongoing communication with families.
- Maintains accurate documentation of participants, including daily case notes, statistical data, and program reports.
Qualifications:
- Diploma in human/social service field
- One (1) year relevant experience working with children and youth with support needs or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Valid Class 5 driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle, as travel between clubs is required
- Current First Aid Certificate, or willingness to obtain
- ECE or ECE Assistant certification considered an asset
Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, (shift between 7:30am - 6pm)
Rate of Pay: $25.95 per hour
Closing Date: Open until filled
BGC Okanagan is committed to equitable hiring practices. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada to be considered for employment. Eligible applicants include Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and individuals with refugee status who are legally entitled to work in Canada.
We thank all applicants for their interest in joining BGC Okanagan; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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