OVERVIEW

The Program Support Specialist (PSS) is responsible for providing primary support involving the physical, social and emotional care of children, youth and adults attending educational programs at the Cheakamus Centre (Centre). As a member of the programming team, the PSS will also be responsible for related administrative duties and program support. This is a shift position requiring flexibility and involving overnight supervisory responsibilities and a compressed work week.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

The Program Support Specialist is employed by Listel Canada and reports to the Educational Administrative Team of the Cheakamus Centre.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Meet or exceed the knowledge, skills and aptitudes for the Job Standard for Program Support Specialist that includes, but is not limited to:

Providing primary first aid response and care of children, youth and adults including the administration of medications
Coordinating medical forms and managing medical-related communications with parents, volunteers and other staff; monitoring and communication of special dietary requirements
Supervising students and assisting in daily duties including meal service, educational programming, and other tasks at the Centre as assigned
Monitoring, managing and supporting child, youth, and adult physical, social and emotional well being
Assisting with administrative duties in support of programming and activities at the Centre
Assisting with training, instructing and mentoring youth leaders and other volunteers
Facilitating instructional program components as required
Performing morning opening and nightly lock up of facilities as required
Maintaining mobile and site based First Aid supplies including First Aid facilities (clinic)
Assisting in overall Centre program operations as directed by the Educational Administrative Team

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Experience in providing first aid and social and emotional support to children and youth in an educational setting
Experience in delivering and supporting Outdoor Environmental programs
Ability to work varied hours including overnights, weekends and holidays
Works effectively independently and in a collaborative team environment
Demonstrated success in problem solving and conflict resolution
Highly organized and able to maintain and prepare electronic records and reports
Demonstrated excellence in verbal and written communications with parents, students, teachers and other stake holders
Proficiency in computer and internet use including Microsoft Office and database management software

PREREQUISITES:

CPR and Occupational First Aid Level 2, Advanced Wilderness First Aid or equivalent
Post secondary education in a related field or equivalent knowledge and experience
Minimum two years work experience in an educational or overnight learning environment
Class 4 Driver’s license preferred

Term: Week of May 19 to June 26, 2015

TO APPLY:

To apply, please send resume and cover letter to:
programs@cheakamuscentre.ca