Location 5561 WHARF AVE,SECHELT, BC, V0N 3A0,CanadaBase Pay $21.00 / HourEmployee Type Summer StudentRequired Degree 2 Year DegreeManage Others NoJob Title:Program Assistant, Children’s Summer Drop in(Summer Position)Organization:Thyme Second Stage ProgramLocation:Sechelt, BC (in-person)Position Type:Full time (30hrs/week), Temporary (between June 29 –August 29)Age Requirement:15- 30 yearsCompensation:$21/hrSummary:The Program Assistant, Children’s Summer Drop-In creates a welcoming and safe environment for the participants of Thyme Second Stage Program (Thyme). The Children’s Drop-In Program is operated by the Children’s Support Worker and provides year-round support and activities to children who have experienced or been exposed to violence and/or abuse. Come summer, additional assistance with activities and implementation of the program benefits families when school aged children are out of school. The Program Assistant reports to Thyme Second Stage Program Coordinator.Key Duties and Responsibilities:Supports the implementation of a children’s summer program at Thyme Second Stage for up to 12 children, 1 to 16 years old.Welcomes and orients children to the program so they feel safe and at ease by providing opportunities to identify, express and understand their feelings regarding violence and family separation.Leads activities with children including arts and crafts, face painting, drama, cooperative games, and sports activities.Maintains equipment and informs senior staff of need for repairs.Maintains inside and outside play areas ensuring areas are clean, safe, and organized.Assists the Children’s Support Worker in supervising children and maintaining their safety while on community outings.Under close supervision,



helps children resolve conflicts peacefully and addresses challenging behaviours appropriately with children.Reinforces the Children’s Drop-In program guidelines with children including informing senior staff of any areas of concern with children and/or mothers.Ensures effective service delivery consistent with agency mandate, policy, meeting all legal, contractual, financial and other compliance requirements.Assists with other duties as required, from time to time, aiding with the efficient operation of the organization.Attends weekly team meetings to enhance service delivery.Supports the mission, vision and values of SCCSS.Qualifications:Between the ages of 15 to 30 years.Grade 12 education is a preference.First Nations heritage, fluency in French are assets.Additional education or training re: Early Childhood Education, special needs, child and youth care, children’s exposure to abuse or related training an assetRespect for diversity (including race, culture, class, gender, etc.).Experience working with children from diverse backgrounds an asset.Valid Class 5 driver’s license and car not a requirement, but an asset.Current Children’s First Aid Certificate an asset. May be required training upon employment for a successful candidate without certification.Successful results of criminal records check.Working ConditionsThis position works primarily on site at Thyme that includes a common room, kitchen, play area, and garden, but also may include work in the community.Physical RequirementsLifting and moving of recreation, office, household supplies and other related supplies/equipment.Lifting and holding babies and children.Sitting and playing on the floor with infants and children.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Program Assistant, Children’s Summer Drop In (Summer Student) - $21 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 Thyme Second Stage Program
📍 Winnipeg