Youth Program Leader
The British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals View all jobs
- Castlegar, BC
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Either independently or in collaboration with the Regional Humane Educator and/or other Youth Program [Coordinators], deliver fun and educational activities, as assigned, for youth at BC SPCA locations, schools and other community locations.
- Ensure the safety of participants, taking attendance and keeping track of participants at all times.
- Identify potential safety hazards in advance and take quick action to prevent/deal with any safety concerns as they arise.
- Provide suggestions to supervisor to improve safety.
- Provide first aid when required.
- Complete incident reports if required.
- Must be able to provide a schedule and commit to programs once scheduled.
- Provide a fun and inclusive environment for youth and build relationships with participants.
- Be respectful, curious, and knowledgeable about diversity and wherever possible, work with participants to ensure they acknowledge/appreciate this in other participants as well.
- Be flexible and prepared to adapt support for participants with unique behavioural, learning and/or other needs.
- Work with RHE to implement strategies and solutions to create a successful experience for participants.
- Work with RHE and/or other team members to provide one-on-one support to participants when required; look for ways to encourage interaction in a variety of ways in educational activities.
- Communicate with the Regional Humane Educator, parents and teachers to promote programs and coordinate events.
- Communicate with Regional Humane Educator to evaluate programs and make suggestions for improvement.
- Gain a basic understanding of BC SPCA policies and positions on animal welfare issues and be able to explain them at the level appropriate for the audience.
- Learn to recognize animal stress signals and monitor shelter animals for signs of stress when interacting with participants.
- Maintain a clean and organized activity space; set up and break down of workshop spaces.
- Liaise with parents to deal with any participant issues that arise during events.
- Liaise and work cooperatively with staff and volunteers at BC SPCA animal centres.
- Other duties as may be required.
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Valid emergency first aid certificate
- Enthusiasm for working with kids and animals; previous experience with kids and animals an asset
- Is aware of and exhibits leadership qualities and instincts
- Demonstrated experience in teamwork with a teachable spirit
- Energetic, innovative and enthusiastic, with a passion for making a difference
- Patient, positive and hardworking
- Ability to communicate with a diverse audience in a respectful way; able to address conflict in a constructive and professional manner
- Position is physically demanding and may include lifting (up to 25 lbs), pushing, pulling and participating in outdoor field games at camps/workshops
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Must be willing to complete a criminal record check with vulnerable sector check
- Philosophical harmony with the vision, mission, and strategic directions of the BC SPCA.
The British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals