Program Assistant – Child CareResource & Referral (CCRR)

Are youpassionate about supporting families and child care providers in yourcommunity? Do you bring creativity, organization, and a heart for connection toyour work? We're looking for a Program Assistant to join our CCRR team — someonewho thrives on collaboration, values inclusion, and believes in the importanceof quality child care for every family.

In this role,you'll provide meaningful support to local child care providers and families,facilitate playgroups, coordinate training events, and promote the CCRR programthroughout the community. Whether you're helping a parent navigate their child careoptions, creating engaging social media content, or planning a caregiverappreciation event, your work will help build stronger, more connectedcommunities.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

- Support and engage care providers through outreach,resources, and regular communication
- Provide guidance and referrals to parents and familiesseeking quality childcare
- Coordinate and help deliver training sessions, workshops,and community events
- Facilitate playgroups that offer safe and enrichingexperiences for children and families
- Create compelling newsletters and social media contentthat inform and inspire
- Collaborate with a supportive team to ensure high-qualityservices and community outreach
- Maintain accurate records, reports, and data to supportprogram effectiveness
- A strengths-based approach that builds relationships anduplifts others
- Confidence using tools like Canva to create invitingsocial media content
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to workindependently within program goals
- Clear communication, cultural humility, and a commitmentto inclusivity




- Robust knowledge of the BC Early LearningFramework.
- Comprehensive understanding of localcommunity care facilities regulations, child care licensing standards, andhealth & safety requirements.
- Ability to curate, organize, maintain, andtrack CCRR lending library items (educational toys, themed kits, literature,and equipment).

QUALIFICATIONS

Education,Training and Experience

- Early ChildhoodEducation diploma and 3 years of relevant experience

AdditionalRequirements:

- CriminalRecord Check is required.
- Current FirstAid and CPR Certificate.
- Valid andunrestricted Class 5 BC Driver's License with access to a safe and reliablevehicle.
- Acceptable Driver's Abstract (provided annually).
- Positionrequires Union Membership.

Shift/Schedule/Hours per week: Regular PT; 32 hours per week; Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday,8:30 am -4:30 pm, Wednesday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm & Saturday 8:30 am - 12:30pm

Expected Start Date: ASAP

Wage/Salary: starting at $29.22/hour

Grid Level: 11

Application Deadline: Position will remain open until filled

We arecommitted to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the communities weproudly serve, while encompassing the principles of equity, inclusion anddiversity. We strongly encourage applications from people of colour, IndigenousPeoples, persons with disabilities, people of all gender expressions and sexualorientations including queer, trans, and two-spirit people. In our words andactions, we recognize the challenges for those facing inequalities, whileacknowledging our privilege, as we continuously strive to remove bias andreduce barriers that individuals may experience in the hiring and job-seekingprocess. We invite feedback from all applications who apply for roles withinthe Agency.

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