Supported Child Development Support Worker (SW)

  • Quesnel
  • Quesnel
  • $27.91 CAD / Hour

Quesnel & District Child Development Centre

 

JOB TITLE:           Supported Child Development Support Worker (SW)

Quesnel & District Child Development Centre

Casual – maximum 15 hours per week

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direction and supervision of the Supported Child Development Program Consultant, the Support Worker assists children and youth with extra support needs to attend and participate in community childcare programs, including licensed daycare, preschool, and afterschool settings.  The Support Worker works alongside childcare staff, following the plan of care that has been developed by families, the Supported Child Development Consultant, and other members of the CDC Team for individual children or youth on caseload.  The Support Worker’s priority is to ensure inclusion and participation for all children by providing that “extra set of hands” to encourage and support children who need individualized encouragement and skill development.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  1. Grade 12
  2. Current First Aid Certificate
  3. Completion of a childcare course
  4. 2 – 3 years recent experience working with children requiring extra support preferred
  5. Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
  6. Ability to organize time and follow instructions
  7. Ability to work a flexible work schedule in order to meet the needs of the children as required
  8. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written
  9. Knowledge of children with special needs an asset

 

WAGES:  Starting $27.91 as per the Health Science Professionals – Community Collective Agreement

SUBMIT RESUME:            Melanie MacDonald, Executive Director

Quesnel & District Child Development Centre

300-488 McLean Street, Quesnel, B.C.  V2J 2P2

Phone :  250-992-2481    Fax: 250-992-3439

executivedirector@quesnelcdc.com

 

Posted:  open until filled

To apply for this job email your details to executivedirector@quesnelcdc.com.