Individual Support & Inclusion Staff, Summer Day Camp

YBC • Chilliwack, BC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Join Our Team! We’re hiring a part-time Support & Inclusion Staff for our YMCA Summer Day Camps. This role focuses on creating a welcoming, inclusive environment for all children, especially those with diverse needs. You’ll work closely with a supportive team to provide individualized care, promote positive social interactions, and help adapt activities to ensure every child feels valued and included. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a child’s day while fostering a community of belonging and growth.

Requirements

• Must be at least 19 years of age
• Experience working with children with diverse needs in a childcare, school, or recreational setting. Ideally with children in the age range of 5-12.
• Knowledge of inclusive practices, child development, and behavior support strategies.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and adapt to the needs of the child and program.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Emergency First Aid and CRC – C & AED
• Successful candidate will be required to provide 3 satisfactory references
• Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record check with a Vulnerable sector search issued no later than six (6) months preceding the start date.

Nice To Haves

• 20 hours of training in Child Development, Child Guidance and/or Nutrition an asset

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent support to a child with diverse needs, ensuring their full participation in daily activities.
• Assist in implementing individualized care and support plans, and contribute to their ongoing development and review.
• Collaborate with the program team to create an inclusive, supportive environment for all children, including those with diverse needs.
• Contribute to the development, implementation, and ongoing review of individualized care and support plans.
• Assist in implementing individualized care and support plans, and contribute to their ongoing development and review.
• Promote each child’s strengths while supporting areas of growth through inclusive programming and interactions.
• Maintain enhanced supervision and ensure the child’s safety, engagement and well-being at all times.
• Foster a sense of belonging and inclusion for every child through consistent, compassionate, and strengths-based support.

Benefits

• Competitive vacation and paid sick time
• Free YMCA Gym Membership+ Y@Home
• Training and Professional Development Opportunities
• Be part of a charitable organization that positively impacts the community

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed