Posted 2 months ago
Youth Program Leader
@ BGC Central Vancouver Island
Parksville, British Columbia
Overview
BGC Central Vancouver Island is hiring a part-time Youth Program Leader in Parksville, BC, to plan and lead activities for youth ages 11 to 18. The role requires a Class 5 licence and availability as needed. The posting states a wage of $20.00 per hour with a Monday to Friday schedule.
Pay:
$20 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Plan and lead safe, age-appropriate activities for youth ages 11 to 18
- Build positive relationships with youth, families and the community
- Respond to youth issues, incidents and crises and report as needed
- Inspect vans or buses used for participant transport
- Maintain attendance and activity records
Requirements summary:
- Valid Class 5 driver's licence required; Class 4 is an asset
- Valid Community Care First Aid or equivalent
- Minimum one year of experience working with youth
- Recreation, child and youth care or education training preferred
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Source type not verified · easyapply
- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-23
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-15
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Social & community services |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | Community Care First Aid |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Encouraged to apply | People with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, Racialized people, 2SLGBTQ+ |
| Fields of study | Recreation Management, Child & Youth Care, Education |
| Perks mentioned | Employee discount, Childcare, Paid training |
Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.
BGC Central Vancouver Island
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 13 |
Youth Program Leader
Wage: $20.00 per hour
Hours: Part-Time, Monday-Friday
Location: Parksville, BC
Benefits:
- Up to 50% Reduction on Childcare Fees
- Paid Certificate Renewal
- Paid Training and Professional Development Opportunities
About us!
The Youth Program Leader plans and leads activities for youth ages 11–18, creating a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment. As a front-line worker, you’ll build positive relationships with youth, families, and the community. This role requires a Class 5 license and availability in Parksville as needed.
Key Responsibilities
Plan, lead, and evaluate fun, safe, and age-appropriate activities aligned with Club policies, mission, and vision
Foster positive and healthy relationships among youth participants
Address youth issues, incidents, or crises, providing support and reporting to the Youth Programs Manager or relevant agencies as needed
Ensure safe use and maintenance of program equipment and facilities, including van/bus inspections for participant transport
Maintain accurate program records (attendance, activity logs, statistics)
Support volunteers and practicum students assisting with program delivery
Participate in program evaluation, goal setting, and training opportunities
Administer first aid according to Club policies
Assist with special events, promotions, or other duties as required
Qualifications
Preference given to candidates with courses, diploma, or degree in Recreation Management, Child & Youth Care, or Education
Valid Class 5 Driver’s License required; Class 4 considered an asset
Valid Community Care First Aid (or equivalent)
Minimum 1 year of experience working with youth; experience with youth with special needs or behavioural challenges is an asset
BGC Central Vancouver Island is an equity employer and encourages applications from persons with disabilities, visible minorities, Indigenous people, people of all sexual orientations and genders, and others who contribute to a diverse and inclusive staff team.
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