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Residential Youth Worker - Internal Posting
@ BGC Okanagan
Kelowna, British Columbia
Overview
BGC Okanagan is hiring a part-time Residential Youth Worker for Penny Lane, a short-term, low-barrier stabilization home in Kelowna serving youth facing homelessness, family conflict, mental health concerns and substance use. The role runs 21 hours a week, Tuesday to Thursday 3pm-11pm, at $27.54 per hour, and is open to internal applicants and requires union membership.
Pay:
$27.54 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Assess youth and set goals with the Circle of Care
- Monitor residents' safety and wellbeing
- Provide behaviour management counselling and crisis support
- Prepare meals, administer medication and accompany clients
- Liaise with school, family and community; keep daily reports
Requirements summary:
- Diploma in a related human or social service field
- Two years of recent related experience, or equivalent
- Class 5 driver's licence
- Passed CCRC and CRRA criminal record checks
- Union membership required; internal applicants only
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-11
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-12
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-12
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Social & community services |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Hours per week | 21 |
| Schedule | evening |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Care home |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | Class 5 driver's licence |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| 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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Residential Youth Worker
Date Posted: November 12, 2026
Competition Number: 229-26/27
Location: Kelowna, BC
Internal Opportunity - Join Our Team as a Residential Youth Worker!
BGC Okanagan is looking for compassionate Residential Youth Workers to support youth at Penny Lane, a short-term, low-barrier stabilization home serving youth facing significant challenges, including homelessness, family conflict, mental health concerns, substance use, and other high-risk circumstances.
Our trauma-informed, caring environment helps youth feel safe, supported, and hopeful about the future. In this role, you will:
- Build meaningful, trusting relationships with youth and support them through individualized, strength-based plans.
- Work with youth who may be experiencing complex barriers and high-risk situations, helping them develop resilience, life skills, and connections to community supports.
- Create a warm, home-like environment that fosters safety, stability, belonging, and healthy routines.
- Collaborate with a dedicated team committed to empathy, respect, accountability, and second chances.
If you are passionate about supporting vulnerable youth, creating safe spaces, and helping young people navigate challenges while building confidence and hope for the future, we encourage you to apply.
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 – becauseOpportunity Changes Everything!
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Participates in the assessment, goal setting and progress evaluation of children / youth alongside mental health clinician and behavioral consultant and each youth’s Circle of Care.
- Teaches children / youth to relate in a socially appropriate manner using daily routines and activities.
- Monitors clients in a residential setting and ensures their safety and wellbeing.
- Provides behaviour management counselling to clients on a one-to-one and/or group basis by performing duties such as providing feedback on clients’ behaviour, teaching coping techniques and adaptive behaviour and providing guidance and support.
- Provides emotional support and crisis intervention to clients which may include non-violent physical interventions.
- Ensures communication and liaison between group home, school, family and the community.
- Ensures that clients’ physical needs are met by performing duties such as assisting with basic personal hygiene, preparing meals, and administering medication as required in accordance with established guidelines, procedures and instructions.
- Maintains reports such as statistics, logbooks, and daily activities on residents.
- Carries out household duties such as meal preparation and household cleaning.
- Administers medication to clients in accordance with established policy.
- Accompanies clients to appointments and community outings.
- May be required to work the on-call rotation.
Qualifications:
- Diploma in a related human / social service field.
- Two (2) years recent related experience.
- Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Class 5 driver’s licence
- Successful completion of agency screening process, including a consolidated criminal record check (CCRC) and the Criminal Records Review Act check (CRRA) completed by the HUB
Additional Information:
- This position is open to INTERNAL applicants
- This position requires union membership
Hours: 21 hours per week, Tuesday - Thursday 3pm-11pm
Rate of Pay: $27.54 per hour
Closing Date: November 18, 2026
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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