Child Program Worker 2025-395-CCFS

• Engage in consultations with participating children and parents to determine the nature of After-School programming.
• Plan and deliver After-School program activities which facilitate skills development, leadership, and high self-esteem for children in this age group, in response to participant input and goals.
• Plan and supervise off-site trips with groups of children and is responsible for the safety of participants during these trips.
• Develop and deliver community action activities for children in the After-School program.
• Keep accurate attendance records, and maintain clear communication with parents regarding their child(ren)’s attendance.
• Responsible for supervising children during scheduled extended hours before and after program times.
• Document the process of program development, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Responsible for organizing and facilitating parent information.
• Set and work toward personal skill development goals.
• Participate in team development activities and program evaluation.
• Participate in regular feedback sessions with other After-School program workers, and supervisory sessions with the Manager.
• Ensure the organization's anti-racism objectives and community principles are achieved within the program.
• Work in accordance with all relevant legislation, by-laws and WoodGreen organizational policies.

• Completed or enrolled in a post-secondary education program.
• First Aid Certification (First Aid/CPR-C).
• 1 + years of experience planning and implementing activities for school-aged children.
• Demonstrated ability to direct, instruct and care for school-aged children aged 6-12.

• Ability to handle emergencies.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to use professional judgment daily within established guidelines.
• Ability to accommodate competing demands.
• Ability to maintain neat and accurate records.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all information related to children, parents, and staff.
• Knowledge of child development and learning needs of children aged 6-12.
• Ability to work with children and parents who have experienced violence or homelessness, and some understanding of this population’s unique issues.
• Understanding of community development and child-centred approaches.
• Experience working with children with emotional or social challenges is an asset.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of community development and child-centred approaches.
• Interests in music, arts or sports are an asset.
• Familiarity with WoodGreen programs is an asset.
• Health assessment including up-to-date immunization records and TB test.
• Capable of fulfilling the physical and psychological requirements of the job as outlined in the attached Position Demands Analysis.

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