Summer Program Staff- Parkland

BGCBIGSEdmonton, AB
CA$0 - CA$22Onsite

About The Position

BGC Big Brothers Big Sisters of Edmonton & Area is seeking individuals to join their team to create safe environments for children and provide caring mentoring relationships. The organization values diversity and inclusion, and actively encourages applications from members of groups experiencing barriers to equity. This temporary position is for a Summer Program Staff member at Parkland.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 2 years previous experience working with children and youth in a summer program and/or after school program setting.
  • An in-progress degree or diploma in a human services related field.
  • Ability to manage time effectively and work with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to function independently and as part of a team.
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills (written and oral).
  • Ability to adapt to changing work environments and demands.
  • Meet all Canada Summer Job funding requirements to be eligible for these positions.
  • Confirmed availability from June 22, 2026 to July 31, 2026 (incl hours)
  • A satisfactory Police Information Check (including Vulnerable Sector) and an Intervention Record Check completed within the last 6 months.
  • Ability to travel independently between program and partner sites throughout the Parkland and Edmonton area, including access to a reliable vehicle and dependable transportation to and from assigned locations.
  • A valid driver’s license, access to a reliable vehicle, and auto insurance with at least $2 million in liability coverage.

Responsibilities

  • Building positive relationships with children and youth ages 6–17 at various partner sites by encouraging participation in activities in the community.
  • Demonstrating initiative in planning and facilitating mentoring sessions based on participants’ interests and needs while ensuring activities promote fun, engagement, and positivity.
  • Facilitating and supporting 1-1 and group-based mentoring programs that promote participation, inclusion, skill development, and positive social connections.
  • Providing direct supervision, behavior management, support and mentoring to the children and youth ensuring positive relationships occur.
  • Act as a positive mentor and role model for children and youth, including building supportive one-on-one relationships through a professional staff as mentor model.
  • Building relationships with children and youth in order to understand their individual and collective needs.
  • Maintaining daily logs and other required reporting to document the success of the programs.
  • Collaborating and interacting positively with other team members.

Benefits

  • competitive salary
  • supportive work environment
  • excellent benefits package
  • rewarding career opportunities
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