Administrative Assistant

Fernwood NRG is looking for a part-time Reception/Administrative Assistant to provide administrative and reception support for the front desk during the evening recreation programs.

The ideal applicant will possess

• One year administrative experience or a combination of education and experience
• Good written, oral, and interpersonal communication
• Knowledge of MS Office
• Knowledge of general office procedures
•  Valid BC driver’s license

Hours of Work

• Evenings-Thursday 4:30pm – 10:30pm
• Additional hours available for special events (evenings and/or weekends) and coverage for weekday shifts in the absence of the Administrative Coordinator.

Starting Wage

• $11/hr

Start Date: first week of June

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Send resumes and cover letter to careers@fernwoodnrg.ca, indicating “Administrative Assistant” in the subject line.

Closing Date:  May 23, 2012

Family Programs Assistant

Fernwood NRG is looking for a part-time Family Programs Assistant to support our CAPC programs and daycare. This position reports to the Family Programs Coordinator and provides group facilitation and support to the Parent & Tot and Parent & Baby Drop-in Programs as well as the Friday youth group. He/she will also assist in delivering quality child care in the daycare centre.

The ideal applicant will possess

• Education and experience in child and youth care
• Strong leadership skills
• Group facilitation experience
• must meet all the following criteria set by the Get Youth Working! Program:
• Be unemployed and 15 to 29 years of age
• Not be currently receiving or eligible for EI and have not received EI in past 36 months or 60 months for a parental claim
• Not be a full-time student, enrolled in high school or returning to work
• Be a resident of BC and legally entitled to work in Canada
• Not be participating in another Canada/British Columbia Labour Market Agreement funded program

Hours of Work

• 24 hr/week, varied hours Tuesday-Friday

Length of

• 12 weeks, May – August 2012

Starting Wage

• $10.25/hr

Start Date: flexible to allow 12 weeks employment before the end of August 2012

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Send resumes and cover letter to careers@fernwoodnrg.ca, indicating “Family Programs Assistant” in the subject line.

Closing Date: June 8, 2012

Infant & Toddler Educator (SNE preferred)

We are looking for an Infant & Toddler Educator (SNE preferred) to start immediately. Applicants must be BC licensed Early Childhood Educators with ITE specialization.

The ideal applicant will possess:

• ITE Certification
• SNE (preferred)
• All applicable certification required by Child Care Licensing
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Minimum 2-3 years experience

Hours of Work

• Full-time
• Monday to Friday

Starting Wage

• Wage dependent on qualifications / experience
• Signing bonus

Start Date: as soon as possible

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Send resumes and cover letter to careers@fernwoodnrg.ca, indicating “Infant & Toddler Educator” in the subject line.

Closing Date: Required Immediately. Open until filled.

Substitute Early Childhood Educators (ITE preferred)

We are looking for substitute staff (casual, on-call) to assist in delivering quality child care to our community through our Infant & Toddler and 3-5 Child Care Centres. Applicants must be BC licensed Early Childhood Educators (ITE preferred).

The initial rate of pay for this position is dependent upon qualifications.

Send resume and cover letter to careers@fernwoodnrg.ca, indicating “Substitute ECE” in the subject line.

Closing Date: ongoing

Supported Child Care Assistant   

Fernwood Neighbourhood Resource Group is currently looking for an Early Childhood Educator (SNE or AEI preferred) to assist in delivery of quality child care in our 3-5 Childcare Centre. The successful candidate will work as part of the Child Care Team, and provide mentorship to the staff in working with and integrating two children.

The ideal applicant will possess

• Minimum 2-3 years experience
• ECE Certification
• SNE (preferred)
• AEI (preferred)
• Knowledge of PBS
• Work in a team environment
• Educating other staff about integration methods and resources

Hours of Work

• Mornings — Monday to Friday (3 hours per day with current funding)
• Funding for additional hours is pending
• Additional hours available as ECE substitute with proper qualifications

Starting Wage

• Wage dependent on qualifications / experience

Start Date: as soon as possible

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Send resumes and cover letter to careers@fernwoodnrg.ca, indicating “Supported Child Care Assistant” in the subject line.

Closing Date:  open until filled

Youth Program Leader

Fernwood NRG is looking for a part-time Youth Program Leader to support the Friday night youth group. This position reports to the Family Programs Coordinator and provides group facilitation and support to youth age 10 to 14 years.

The ideal applicant will possess

• Education and/or experience in child and youth care
• Strong leadership skills
• Group facilitation experience
• 19 years old

Hours of Work

• 3.0-3.5 hrs/wk, Friday evening

Starting Wage

• $12-14/hr dependent on experience

Start Date: as soon as possible

Closing Date: May 18, 2012

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Send resumes and cover letter to careers@fernwoodnrg.ca, indicating “Youth Program Leader” in the subject line.

Fernwood NRG thanks all applicants for their interest in these positions and advises that only those to be interviewed will be contacted. The successful candidates will be required to submit to a criminal records check.