Activity Worker - Dads Pancake Breakfast

Under the direction of the Family Services Coordinator, the Activity Worker will be responsible for planning and running the Dads Saturday Pancake group. This includes setting up a welcoming environment for clients to participate in activities with their children and ensuring all programming responsibilities are supported. **The ideal candidate will:** · Plan, run, and evaluate child-and-caregiver activities, including story time and circle activities. · Build parenting skills by modeling positive discipline, observing, and demonstrating techniques. · Make snacks, coffee, tea, and pancakes for participants. · Connect families with community resources and information based on their needs. **Qualifications, Skills and Experience** · Certificate in a related human /social services field · Six months recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience · Crisis intervention training is an asset. · Knowledge and awareness of age-appropriate programming and development needs of children. · Knowledge of community resources in the area. · Strong communication skills. · Experience of working with a variety of cultures and family dynamics. · Responsible, reliable, well-organized, flexible, team-player. **How to apply** Please send your resume and cover letter to operations@kootenaykids.ca by 5:00pm on the **15th of November 2026.** \* *Please note that the classification and wage grid are presently under review through the Joint Job Evaluation Plan (JJEP) and may change.* We thank all applicants for their interest, and we will be in touch if you are selected for an interview. If you are selected for this position, we will require your consent to a criminal record check and membership to the BCGEU union. Preference will be given to candidates who identify as male, as this is a bona fide occupational requirement for providing mentorship in our male-focused playgroup program. Kootenay Kids Society strives to create an environment that celebrates diversity, fosters a culture of inclusion for all and empowers underrepresented voices. As part of our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, we encourage applications from diverse backgrounds to apply. Kootenay Kids Society will consider all qualified applicants and make decisions that are based on skill and ability. Pay: $26.49-$30.36 per hour Expected hours: 4.0 per week Benefits: * Casual dress * On-site parking Work Location: In person