Job Title: School-Aged Worker
Position Type: Regular, Part-time
Wage Rate: Grid 9 – $31.04/hour
This position is compensated in accordance with the Fernwood NH/BCGEU Collective Agreement wage grid. Wage rates are aligned with the CSS-GS JJEP. The probationary wage is 85% of the regular wage.
Hours & Schedule: 26.25 hours/week
- Monday-Friday, Before Care 7.30 am - 9.30am (2 hours) After Care 2.00 to 5.15 pm or 2.15 to 5.30 pm (3.25 hours)
The schedule for this position is mutually determined with the supervisor and may include before and/or after school hours, school holidays, and other program hours as required.
Work Location(s): Fernwood Neighbourhood House, 1240 Gladstone Avenue, Victoria, BC
The primary work location will be confirmed at the time of appointment. The position may also require work at other Fernwood Neighbourhood House program locations and/or in the community.
Closing Date: August 28, 2026
About Fernwood Neighbourhood House (FNH)
Fernwood Neighbourhood House (FNH) is a vibrant, multi-service organization working on the unceded ləkʷəŋən (Lekwungen) lands in Victoria, BC. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, resilient, and connected community by providing a wide range of programs and services for children, families, and community members.
Job Summary
We are looking for a School-Aged Worker to provide engaging, safe, and inclusive programming for school-aged children, including children with diverse support needs. The position develops and facilitates developmentally appropriate educational, recreational, indoor, and outdoor activities that support children's physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development.
General Responsibilities
- Plan, implement, and evaluate developmentally appropriate activities for school-aged children in before and after school programs and during school holidays.
- Develop daily schedules that include a balance of indoor/outdoor, active/quiet, individual, and group activities.
- Monitor children's behaviour and ensure their safety and well-being.
- Develop individualized and group activities based on children's interests, abilities, and support needs.
- Provide behavioural intervention and support to assist children in developing physical, cognitive, emotional, and social skills.
- Monitor and document children's progress, behaviours, and other relevant issues and maintain required records and statistics.
- Participate in program planning, evaluation, and recommendations for improvements.
- Support children with physical and personal care needs, including toileting, eating, and transferring, as required.
- Maintain a healthy, safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment and identify and address potential hazards.
- Administer first aid and medication in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and training.
- Communicate with families regarding children's participation, development, and well-being and seek parent/guardian input into programming.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and other professionals to support children's needs and make referrals or recommendations where appropriate.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Qualifications/Requirements
- Grade 12 or equivalent, and One (1) year Education Assistant and Community Support Worker certificate or equivalent combination of post-secondary courses in child/adolescent development, or behaviour management including non-violent crisis intervention techniques.
- Six (6) months of recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Experience working with school-aged children is an asset.
- Experience supporting children with diverse abilities and/or additional support needs is an asset.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to plan and facilitate engaging, age-appropriate activities.
- Ability to work collaboratively with children, families, colleagues, and community partners.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and respectful relationships with children and families.
- Current First Aid certification.
- The successful candidate will need to undergo a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check upon hiring.
Working Conditions
- Ability to lift and move program equipment and supplies.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, crouch, and participate in activities with children for extended periods.
- Ability to work in busy and active environments.
- Ability to support children with physical and personal care needs, including toileting, eating, and transferring.
Benefits
- 100% employer-paid extended health benefits.
- 100% employer-paid dental plan.
- 5 weeks (25 days) of paid vacation annually.
- 18 paid sick leave days per year.
- Parental and maternity leave top-up.
- 3 paid days of significance per year.
- Eligibility for participation in the Municipal Pension Plan.
All benefits are subject to funding and the terms of the Collective Agreement.
Unionized Position
Fernwood Neighbourhood House is a unionized workplace, and this position is part of the BC General Employees' Union (BCGEU) bargaining unit.
This position is open to all applicants. This position requires union membership and is covered by the BCGEU Collective Agreement. The successful applicant will become a member of the BCGEU and union dues will be deducted in accordance with the Collective Agreement.
Fernwood Neighbourhood House is committed to equitable hiring practices and values diversity. We strongly encourage applications from individuals with lived experiences of structural inequity, including Black, Indigenous, People of Colour, LGBTQ2IA+ individuals, and those living with disabilities.
Please submit your resume and cover letter using our portal on Rise.
Pay: Up to $31.04 per hour
Work Location: In person
