Casual Activity Leader I

Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, reconciliation, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.
Reporting to a Community Programmer and under the supervision of a Community Activity Coordinator, this is a front line recreation position with primary responsibilities in planning and facilitating social, educational, cultural and recreational activities with participants of varying interests, skills, and abilities, and whom are ethnically and socially diverse. Located in the Downtown Eastside, Carnegie Community Centre and Oppenheimer Park serve an ethnically and socially diverse population, including a large percentage of people who are homeless or on low fixed incomes and residing in single hotel rooms, rooming houses or social housing.
Organizing, implementing and facilitating in arts, cultural, educational and sport-oriented recreation programming for Downtown Eastside residents
Assisting in delivery of special events, including set up and strike
Preparing and distributing materials to promote activities, including some administrative tasks
Providing information and referrals to patrons regarding community services and resources
Helping ensure that the facility and equipment are maintained
Dealing effectively with problem situations, which may include administering first aid and liaising with emergency medical services personnel Other duties assigned
Completion of Grade 10, supplemented by post-secondary education in the field of recreation, arts, education, social work, or related discipline
Standard First Aid certification and ability to respond to first aid situations is considered an asset
Naloxone training is an asset
FOODSAFE Level 1 is considered an asset
Ability to develop and lead recreation programs for people of various interests and abilities
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with program participants, members of the public, other stakeholders and staff
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Ability to respond to emergencies, walk long distances, and carry heavy items
Knowledge of indigenous culture and practices is considered an asset
Fluency in a second language is considered an asset
A current and valid BC Driver's Class 4 License or higher and a satisfactory driving record is an asset
Business Unit/Department: Arts, Culture and Community Services (1200) Affiliation: CUPE 15 Non Pks Employment Type: Auxiliary/Casual Position Start Date: June, 2024 Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-014: $28.10 to $32.92 per hour No of positions: At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQ+ persons including all genders and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.