Recreation Program Assistant
Job Posting
Recreation Program Assistant
Regular Part-time (4 days/week)
The Musqueam people have lived in our present location for thousands of years. Our traditional territory once occupied much of what is now Vancouver and surrounding areas. The name Musqueam relates back to the River Grass, the name of the grass is məθkʷəy̓. There is a story that has been passed on from generation to generation that explains how we became known as the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) - People of the River Grass. Although a metropolitan city has developed in the heart of Musqueam territory, our community maintains strong cultural and traditional beliefs. Today our population flourishes and we are a strong community of over thousand members. To learn more about Musqueam, please visit www.musqueam.bc.ca.
Musqueam Indian Band (Musqueam) is seeking a Recreation Program Assistant. This position assists the Recreation Manager in the implementation of an effective recreation program that addresses Musqueam community needs. The Recreation Program Assistant will focus on program delivery four days a week on a flexible schedule. This position will work towards ensuring a strong and healthy community through the recreational and sports program. This work has a life-long impact on the fitness habits of the Musqueam community, and thereby, a life-long impact on the wellness of the community.
Key Responsibilities
• Delivers and helps develop recreational, athletic, fitness or sports activities
• Ensures the recreation programs are delivered in a safe manner, and that the participants, volunteers, and staff are working safely and in a safe environment
• Ensures that program equipment and buildings are secure and not being misused
• Assists in the supervision of student youth and recreation workers during the summer employment program,
• Provides lifestyle awareness information
• Leads groups and individuals in recreational or leisure activities and assists with cultural activities held at the Musqueam gymnasium
• Assembles supplies and sports or game equipment and instructs users in the proper use of various fitness or sports equipment
• Monitors recreational or sports activities to ensure safety and provide emergency or first aid assistance when required
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with Band members, co-workers and outside agencies
• Supports program duties, including advertising, registration, program monitoring and evaluation
• Other duties as required
Qualifications and Skills
• Successful completion of secondary school with a college certificate in recreation or physical education and/or an equivalent combination of skills, knowledge, and experience
• Sound knowledge of recreational and fitness programming, use of sports and fitness equipment, and the rules and coaching of various team and individual sports
• Knowledge and experience of similar program delivery in the context of Musqueam or First Nations culture and history
• Strong administrative and computer skills (i.e. Internet, Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, etc.)
• Ability to work well with all age groups
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to drive and have access to licensed vehicle for work purposes
• Willingness to continue training and professional development
Working Conditions
• Work is performed indoors or outdoors dependent upon the specific program requirements
• Valid First Aid & CPR
• Valid driver’s license
• Successful criminal background check
Please email cover letter and resume to: jobs@musqueam.bc.ca
and reference “Recreation Program Assistant” in the subject line.
Applicants of Musqueam and/or Aboriginal ancestry are encouraged to apply.
Please apply by May 14, 2018. Position will remain open until filled.
* We thank all those who apply, however, only those short-listed will be contacted.