Job Summary

The Child and Youth Program Worker at Woodydell Family Resource Centre supports children and youth by creating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment that promotes learning, social development, and positive relationships. The role involves planning and facilitating recreational, creative, and educational activities, encouraging participation in community-based programs, and providing individualized support to children with diverse needs and abilities. The successful candidate is patient, dependable, and committed to supporting children, youth, and families in an inclusive community setting.

Duties

- Supervise children and youth during program activities, transitions, and daily routines, ensuring a protected and supportive environment.
- Plan and facilitate age-appropriate recreational, creative, and educational activities that promote learning, confidence, and social skills.
- Encourage participation, cooperation, and positive communication among children and youth.
- Adapt activities and provide individualized support to meet the needs and abilities of diverse participants, including children with disabilities.
- Promote an inclusive environment where every child feels welcomed, respected, and valued.
- Follow organizational policies and program procedures related to safety, accessibility, and participant well-being.
- Communicate with families, colleagues, and program staff to support participants’ needs and engagement.
- Assist with the preparation of activity materials, organization of program spaces, and maintenance of a clean and welcoming environment.
- Support the delivery of family and community programs that strengthen social connections and encourage positive child development.

Experience and Qualifications

- Experience working with children and youth is required or strongly preferred.
- Experience supporting individuals with disabilities or diverse developmental needs is an asset.
- Experience in childcare, tutoring, coaching, recreational programming, or group facilitation is an asset.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
- Patience, reliability, flexibility, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Ability to adapt activities to different ages, abilities, interests, and learning styles.
- Commitment to inclusion, accessibility, and the well-being of children, youth, and families in the community.

Pay: From $25.45 per hour

Expected hours: 45.0 per week

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- On-site childcare

Work Location: In person

📌 Child and Youth Program Worker (Winnipeg)
🏢 Woodydell Family Resource Centre
📍 Winnipeg