Job Description

Activity Worker - Nobody’s Perfect Parenting

Date: October 26, 2026

Competition Number: 214-26/27

Location: Penticton, BC

BGC Okanagan is hiring an Activity Worker for our Nobody’s Perfect Parenting (NPP) program in Penticton, BC. In this role, you will create a safe, fun, and engaging environment for children while their caregivers participate in the program. This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting families, enjoys playful and age-appropriate activities, and values contributing to a positive learning experience for both children and parents. By providing quality care and engaging programming, you help caregivers focus fully on their personal growth and well-being. The Nobody’s Perfect Parenting program is offered twice annually.

At BGC Okanagan, we are committed to fair, inclusive hiring practices and building teams that reflect the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people who have been historically marginalized for many reasons, including race, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, or age.

If you need accessibility support at any stage of the hiring process, we encourage you to let us know and we will accommodate such requests when made.

Here’s what we offer when you join our team:

• A positive, supportive team culture where your contributions are valued
• Ongoing paid professional development to enhance your skills and advance your career

So, what are you waiting for? Come join a team that trusts, values, and appreciates YOU. Your adventure begins here – because Opportunity Changes Everything!

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plans, organizes, implements, and evaluates community-based recreational, social, and/or educational activities to meet clients’ needs.
• Encourages and supports client participation by providing guidance and instruction.
• Monitors and observes client behaviour and reports concerns to the supervisor as required.
• Provides skill-building support, including life and social skills, while modeling appropriate behaviour.
• Ensures client safety and responds to emergencies in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Participates in the development and implementation of individual activity plans.
• Accompany and/or transports clients to activities as required.
• Administers medication in accordance with established guidelines, procedures, and instructions.
• Maintains related records and statistics and produces reports as required.
• Maintains effective communication and liaison with clients’ families, community service providers, and other professionals.

Qualifications

• Certificate in a related human / social service field or recreation course, or 20-hour responsible adult training
• Six (6) months of recent related experience
• Current First Aid and Food Safe certificates (or willingness to obtain)
• Successful completion of Agency screening process, including criminal record check
• Class 4 driver’s licence
• Must be at least 19 years of age (as per Provincial Licensing Standards)

Additional Information

• This position is open to all qualified applicants
• This position requires union membership

Hours: Casual – Maximum of 18 hrs in a 6-week contract, twice per year.

Rate of Pay: $24.97 per hour

Closing Date: Upon until filled

BGC Okanagan is committed to equitable hiring practices. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada to be considered for employment. Eligible applicants include Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and individuals with refugee status who are legally entitled to work in Canada.

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining BGC Okanagan; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.