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Sous la supervision de la chargée de projet et en collaboration avec les membres de l’équipe, l’éducatrice communautaire a comme mission la coordination du site HIPPY. Cette initiative est la première en français en Colombie-Britannique.🌱 Le programme HIPPY soutient les familles et les communautés en brisant l'isolement, en établissant des liens de confiance et en référant les familles aux services essentiels au besoin. Il donne aux mères les moyens de mieux comprendre leurs droits et leurs communautés afin qu'elles puissent s'intégrer et participer activement à la société canadienne. HIPPY prépare les enfants à réussir à l'école et dans la vie.&nbsp;INFORMATIONS<ul><li>Lieu : Grand Vancouver (Colombie-Britannique)</li><li>Horaire : de 20h à 30h/semaine (banque de temps pour les heures supplémentaires)</li><li>Salaire : 24 $/heure</li><li>Avantages : Prime pour couverture médicale, flexibilité, 2 semaines de vacances/an (augmentées avec l’ancienneté)</li><li>Entrée en poste :&nbsp;Début septembre 2025</li><li>Type de contrat : Contrat d’un an avec possibilité de renouvellement</li><li>Date limite pour postuler : Ouvert jusqu’à ce que le poste soit pourvu</li></ul>RESPONSABILITÉSEn tant qu’éducatrice communautaire HIPPY, tu accompagnes d'autres mères pour les aider à préparer leurs enfants à l’école à travers des visites hebdomadaires à domicile et des activités éducatives. Tu joues un rôle clé dans la réussite du programme et dans le développement personnel des familles… et du tien aussi ! 💛Tes principales responsabilités :<ul><li>Participer à une&nbsp;formation hebdomadaire (avec jeux de rôle)</li><li>Visiter chaque semaine les familles participantes pour partager les activités HIPPY</li><li>Organiser ou co-animer des&nbsp;rencontres de groupe (activités ludiques et éducatives)</li><li>Saisir les données dans le système ETO et produire les rapports requis</li><li>Participer aux événements HIPPY (remise de diplômes, sorties, formations, etc.)</li><li>Maintenir le lien avec la coordination en cas de préoccupations chez une famille</li></ul>PROFIL RECHERCHÉ<ul><li>Diplôme d’études secondaires et expérience de vie significative auprès de familles</li><li>Être&nbsp;parent d’un enfant de 3 ou 4 ans (atout)</li><li>Être&nbsp;résidente du Grand Vancouver</li><li>Avoir un&nbsp;intérêt pour l’éducation et l’accompagnement des enfants</li><li>Être&nbsp;admissible au programme HIPPY</li><li>Avoir une voiture et son permis de conduire valide (atout)</li></ul>COMPÉTENCES SOUHAITÉES<ul><li>Bonnes capacités de communication (orale et écrite) en français ; anglais un atout</li><li>Autonomie, organisation, ponctualité</li><li>Sensibilité culturelle et bienveillance</li><li>À l’aise avec les outils numériques (ordinateur, saisie de données)</li><li>Leadership naturel, esprit d’équipe et envie d’apprendre</li></ul>CE QUE NOUS T’OFFRONS :<ul><li>Un emploi souple et valorisant, adapté à ta vie de famille</li><li>Une&nbsp;expérience enrichissante et reconnue en milieu communautaire</li><li>L’occasion de&nbsp;bâtir ton parcours professionnel grâce à des formations continues</li><li>La chance d’aider d’autres mères tout en préparant ton propre avenir&nbsp;</li></ul>PRÊTE À REJOINDRE NOTRE ÉQUIPE ?<ul><li>Envoie ton CV et une lettre de présentation avec l’intitulé “Candidature visiteuse HIPPY” à : 📧 Naouar Belhou -&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hippy.projets@reseaufemmes.bc.ca" target="_blank">hippy.projets@reseaufemmes.bc.ca</a></li></ul>Réseau-Femmes C.-B. remercie d’avance les candidates ayant postulé, mais seules les candidates présélectionnées seront notifiées par courriel et seront invitées à une entrevue en ligne les semaines du 28 juillet et du 4 août.

Réseau-femmes Colombie-Britannique

Éducatrice communautaire HIPPY

Job Title: Senior Manager, Child, Youth and Family Programming 

Location: Vancouver, BC (Detailed office location information can be found by visiting this link: 
<a href="https://cancer.ca/en/contact-us" target="_blank">https://cancer.ca/en/contact-us</a>) 

Work Model: Hybrid Work Model 

Salary Band: 7 ($76,000 - $114,000 CAD) 

This is a full-time, contract position (approximately 12 months). 


HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF CANCER CARE IN CANADA 

The Canadian Cancer Society works tirelessly to save and improve lives. We raise funds to fuel the 
brightest minds in cancer research. We provide a compassionate support system for all those 
affected by all type of cancer, across Canada. Together with patients, supporters, donors and 
volunteers, we work to create a healthier future for everyone. Because to take on cancer, it takes 
all of us. It takes a society. 


MAKING AN IMPACT 
 
Reporting to the Vice President, Cancer Support, Programs and Services, the Sr. Manager, Child 
Youth and Family Program is responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership on the 
development, implementation, evaluation and sustainment of children, families, youth, young 
adults programs across the country. This includes overseeing the Camp programs that runs in the 
Atlantic and BC that help create a safe and supportive environment for children and youth living 
with and beyond cancer and their families at summer camp and during year-round programming, 
and activities to support and prioritize the lived experience of adolescent and young adult (AYA). 
 
This position involves frequent traveling. 


WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING: 

1. Camps Strategic and Operational Plan 

 • Leads national camp programs planning for future program advancement. 
 • Provides operational direction in the development and implementation of all year-round 

and summer programming in consultation with the Manager, Camps and Atlantic 
Coordinator, Camps. 


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 • Manages the implementation of program evaluations and integrates results of evaluations into 
future program planning. 

 • In collaboration with Assistant, ensure efficiency and oversight of processes, registration 
system, system reporting, and website. 

 • Provides oversight on promotional and communication plan. 
 • Manages the Camp Policies nationally. 
 • Manages national procurement of camp specific marketing assets and materials. 
 • Ensures that the Camps team are adapting and implementing national risk management 

measures and health and safety standards in the delivery of camps programs. 
 • Monitors program reporting and ensures that results are integrated into annual budget and 

other reports. 
 
2. Oversees Adolescent and Young Adult [AYA] 
 
 • Oversee the adolescent and young adult portfolio including supervision of camps. 
 • Identify, mitigate, and manage ongoing risks. 
 • Works with the Cancer Support leadership team to identify opportunities for camp 

development or other AYA initiatives in provinces. 
 
3. People Development 
 
 • Provide coaching, oversight and support to direct reports 

 • Provide support and direction to Manager, Camps in the development, alignment and 

accomplishment of objectives through training, quality and development opportunities for 

staff within the portfolio. 

 • Provide support and direction to Manager, Camps in recruitment, training, and recognition of 

volunteer workforce. 

 • Work with Team People to ensure efficient processes for annual seasonal and medical team 

hiring. 

 • Creates a culture of professional accountability. 

 • Works in compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health &amp; Safety Act and its 

regulations and complies with the Society’s Health &amp; Safety Policy. 


4. Financial and Stakeholder Management 

 • Works with the Revenue Development team to support and pursue funding by meeting with 
donors, providing insight on program needs and collaborating on donor recognition. 

 • Liaises with Revenue Development and Communications team to connect appropriate 
families, participants and volunteers to speaking engagements or revenue development 
opportunities. 

 • Attends events as needed to support fundraising efforts. 
 • In collaboration with the VP, Cancer Support, Programs and Services, negotiates contracts and 

legal requirements to ensure successful delivery of programs. 
In collaboration with the VP, Cancer Support, Programs and Service, maintain and 


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continuously expand relationships with hospitals, UBC, Atlantic Camp facilities, camping 
associations locally and nationally, camping programs and organizations that run health 
related camps 

 • Responsible to provide strategic support to CCS camps and child and youth programs across 
Canada. This includes leveraging Camp Goodtimes - BC infrastructure [e.g. booking systems, 
relationship with camping bodies, marketing and digital assets, policies and processes etc.] to 
help support other similar CCS programs across the country. 

 
 
5. Other Duties 
 
 • Foster a high-performance culture that leverages the unique talents and strengths of each 

member while encouraging their growth and development. 
 • Champion CCS as a hero in the face of cancer. 
 • Contribute to our culture of diversity, inclusion, belonging and equity (DIBE) by ensuring that 

all staff feel represented, valued, and heard across all aspects of their identity, including 
gender, age, religion, ethnicity, nationality, race, and sexuality. 

 • Other duties as assigned 


QUALIFICATIONS: 


 • Bachelor's degree in child development, Recreation or related field. Graduate degree an 
asset. 

 • 5-10 years management experience including child and youth programming. 
 • Experience leading a workforce 
 • Experience working with volunteers 
 • Experience working with youth and families with exceptional medical and psychosocial 

needs including but not limited to those with physical disabilities, mental health issues, and 
of diverse cultures and ages. 

 • Experienced in initiating, maintaining and expanding working relationships with multiple 
stakeholders both internal and external, often with competing priorities and differing 
perspectives. 

 • Understanding continuous quality improvement principles. 
 • Experience in managing multiple program budgets. 
 • Strong people manager that can provide leadership, support and coaching as required. 
 • Knowledge of the cancer system is considered an asset 
 • Experience managing cancer support programs and services is considered an asset 
 • Change management and or process improvement experience. 
 • Leadership experience in emergency situations. 
 • Must have obtained a valid BC Driver’s license 
 • Access to transportation to and from camp site (as needed only) 
 • Experience in a senior management position in an overnight summer camp setting is an 

asset. 


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 • Ability to exercise initiative, to be resourceful, work independently and collaboratively, 
adapt easily to changes in direction, priorities and handles uncertainty in a constructive 
manner. 

 • Articulate and authentic communicator with strong writing and presentation skills, 
communicates in a persuasive and compelling manner to a variety of audiences and for 
different purposes. 

 • Ability to balance competing priorities while moving long term initiatives forward. 
 • English is required, French/Bilingualism (French /English) is an asset due to the 

organization’s nationwide operations. 
 • Others may apply 


WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US: 

CCS provides impactful opportunities to transform the lives of Canadians affected by cancer. We 
are devoted to creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates diverse experiences and skills, 
encouraging all qualified candidates to join us. Our inspiring culture is rooted in our core values and 
commitment to meaningful change: 

COURAGEOUS UNITED CARING RIGOROUS 

We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, including paid parental leave, family sick time, and 
health insurance—and a fulfilling work environment where your efforts make a meaningful impact 
daily. 


COME AS YOU ARE 

At CCS, we celebrate individuality and the strength of diversity. We are committed to fostering an 
inclusive and equitable workplace that empowers everyone. We encourage applications from all 
qualified candidates, including those from equity-deserving groups such as BIPOC, 2SLGBTQI+ 
communities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and others who contribute to the richness of 
our organization. Together, we unite Canadians to shape the future of cancer care. 


HOW TO APPLY: 

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter and salary expectations. 

We thank all candidates for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be 
contacted. 


OTHER INFORMATION: 


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CCS is dedicated to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. In 
accordance with the local provincial Accessibility Act, accommodation will be provided as requested 
throughout the recruitment process. We want to make the interview process a great experience for you! 

Please note that in keeping with the mandate of CCS to model and promote healthy lifestyles, employees 
are not permitted to smoke in or about CCS premises or while carrying out CCS business. 


Privacy Disclosure 

We collect your personal information through forms, by phone or in person to evaluate your candidacy for 
the role(s) you have applied for, to contact you regarding your candidacy, and to generate recruitment-
related reports. If selected for a position at CCS the information provided will be used for the purposes of 
pre-employment checks and added to your employee file. We may share your personal information with 
third parties, including recruitment consultants, within or outside your province or territory or outside 
Canada to carry out the purposes identified above, or as required by law. We may contact you by mail, 
email, phone or text. You can exercise your right to access your information or have it corrected, 
unsubscribe from communications or withdraw your consent by selecting these options within the ADP 
system, or by contacting <a href="mailto:privacy@cancer.ca" target="_blank">privacy@cancer.ca</a>. For more information about our privacy practices, visit 
cancer.ca/privacy. 


CONNECT WITH US: 

LinkedIn | Facebook | YouTube | Bluesky 


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Canadian Cancer Society

Senior Manager, Child, Youth and Family Programming

Family Preservation WorkerFamily Enhancement ProgramRegular Full-TimePosting Date: August 26, 2025 Location: Surrey, BC Wage: JJEP Wage Grid Level 14-P ($40.03-$50.59 per hour)Hours of Work: 35 Hours per weekClosing Date:&nbsp;September 16, 2025Options Community Services is a non-profit organization dedicated to delivering social services across the Southern Fraser region (Surrey, Delta, White Rock and Langley) from early childhood to seniors. Our comprehensive range of programs and services relies on collaborative relationships with individuals, businesses, community groups and government bodies to create focused, effective and responsive resources for the community.<h2>Position Overview</h2>Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of families? As a Family Preservation Worker, you’ll provide hands-on, culturally responsive support that empowers families to build stability, strengthen relationships, and thrive together. Join a team dedicated to keeping families connected, helping them grow stronger, and creating lasting change.Reporting to the Program Manager, the Family Preservation Worker supports families through intake, case management, and goal setting while maintaining an active caseload. The role focuses on building positive relationships with parents, providing crisis intervention, and applying evidence-based, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive approaches to enhance family stability, problem-solving, and parenting skills. Key responsibilities include facilitating supportive visitation, delivering life skills training and psychoeducation, coordinating with MCFD social workers and community partners, and participating in integrated case management meetings. The position also requires maintaining accurate documentation, preparing timely progress reports, and representing the organization with professionalism in the community.<h2>Qualifications</h2>The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field (such as Psychology, Child &amp; Youth Care, or Sociology) or equivalent education and at least two years of recent experience working with vulnerable populations. A valid unrestricted Class 5 Driver’s License, an insured vehicle, and First Aid certification are required. Fluency in Spanish, Arabic, Mandarin, or Punjabi is also essential to effectively serve families in the Family Enhancement Program.The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of the Child, Family and Community Service Act, risk assessment practices, and family support principles. They will demonstrate excellent case management, organizational, and time management skills, along with well-developed interpersonal, counselling, and communication abilities. Outreach and home visiting experience is an asset. Key strengths include quickly building rapport with clients, providing psychoeducation on parenting, trauma, and family functioning, and applying knowledge of child development, life skills, and healthy relationships. The candidate will also show cultural sensitivity, maintain confidentiality, collaborate effectively with colleagues and community partners, and remain committed to ongoing professional development.This position is open to all applicants and requires union membership.&nbsp;This role requires the incumbent to undergo a Police Information Check (PIC), and a Vulnerable Sector Check by the Ministry of Justice.

Options Community Service

Family Preservation Worker

The Society for Children and Youth (SCY) of BC is a unique, provincial not-for-profit organization. Our mission is to improve the well-being of children and youth in BC through the advancement of their civic, political, economic, social, cultural, and legal rights. Since 1974, the Society has focused on providing a strong voice representing children and youth.The Society’s work focuses on four key priorities: child and youth rights, child and youth friendly communities, social justice, and organizational resilience. We have four core organizational values that the Walking School Bus is built around:<ul><li>Relationships: We know we can’t do our best work alone.</li><li>Centering Children and Youth: Children and youth know best what they are experiencing and what their needs and interests are.</li><li>Being Compassionate: Treating one another with compassion is fundamental to creating a safe and comfortable environment.</li><li>Being Resourceful: To be resourceful, we must work to find creative solutions, push boundaries, define new roadmaps, and collaborate with community partners.</li></ul>Much like a traditional yellow school bus, a Walking School Bus (WSB) is a group of students who travel to and/or from school each day along a designated route, stopping along the way to pick up more students. The bus is supported by trained adult Walk Leaders, who walk with the group daily. The bus is powered not by an engine, but on foot, by the students themselves as they walk to and from school.As a volunteer, your job is to support your group’s Walk Leader. The Walk Leader manages logistics like attendance and family communications. Your role involves playing games along the walk, getting to know the participants, and making sure no one lags too far behind – you’re acting as another pair of eyes on the walk, and helping to foster community!Volunteer walking shifts are available every weekday before and after school and are typically 30 to 45 minutes in length. No minimum availability is required; however, we encourage volunteers to commit to at least 1 regular shift per week.Benefits of volunteering with the Walking School Bus include:<ul><li>Regular exercise and fresh air on walking shifts</li><li>Recognition and perks from SCY – like gift cards, transit passes, and local business discounts</li><li>Play an important role in reducing school zone congestion</li><li>Networking and development opportunities in the fields of child-friendly planning, school active travel, and sustainable transportation</li></ul>We currently have volunteer positions available with the following Walking School Bus partner schools in Metro Vancouver:<ul><li>New Westminster - Queen Elizabeth Elementary &amp; Queensborough Middle School</li><li>Port Coquitlam - Cedar Drive Elementary</li><li>Surrey - Lena Shaw Elementary</li><li>Vancouver - Edith Cavell Elementary</li><li>Vancouver - Lord Strathcona Elementary</li><li>Vancouver - John Norquay Elementary</li></ul>To Express Interest:Please send an email introducing yourself and sharing a bit about what interests you in the Walking School Bus and your relevant experience to <a href="mailto:walkingschoolbus@scyofbc.org" target="_blank">walkingschoolbus@scyofbc.org</a>. Please include a copy of your resume and indicate the following in your email:<ul><li>“Walking School Bus – Volunteer” in the subject line of your email</li><li>The city and/or specific school(s) in which you would like to volunteer</li><li>Your desired shift schedule and availability (shifts are available every school day before and after school, roughly 8-9am and 3-4pm)</li><li>Your contact information (email address and phone number)</li></ul>Volunteering with the program is subject to the completion of a clear police and vulnerable sector check.If you have any questions, please reach out to <a href="mailto:walkingschoolbus@scyofbc.org" target="_blank">walkingschoolbus@scyofbc.org</a> for assistance.

Society for Children and Youth of BC

Walking School Bus General Volunteer

The Society for Children and Youth (SCY) of BC is a unique, provincial not-for-profit organization. Our mission is to improve the well-being of children and youth in BC through the advancement of their civic, political, economic, social, cultural, and legal rights. Since 1974, the Society has focused on providing a strong voice representing children and youth.The Society’s work focuses on four key priorities: child and youth rights, child and youth friendly communities, social justice, and organizational resilience. We have four core organizational values that the Walking School Bus is built around:<ul><li>Relationships: We know we can’t do our best work alone.</li><li>Centering Children and Youth: Children and youth know best what they are experiencing and what their needs and interests are.</li><li>Being Compassionate: Treating one another with compassion is fundamental to creating a safe and comfortable environment.</li><li>Being Resourceful: To be resourceful, we must work to find creative solutions, push boundaries, define new roadmaps, and collaborate with community partners.</li></ul>Much like a traditional yellow school bus, a Walking School Bus (WSB) is a group of students who travel to and/or from school each day along a designated route, stopping along the way to pick up more students. The bus is supported by trained adult Walk Leaders, who walk with the group daily. The bus is powered not by an engine, but on foot, by the students themselves as they walk to and from school.As a volunteer, your job is to support your group’s Walk Leader. The Walk Leader manages logistics like attendance and family communications. Your role involves playing games along the walk, getting to know the participants, and making sure no one lags too far behind – you’re acting as another pair of eyes on the walk, and helping to foster community!Volunteer walking shifts are available every weekday before and after school and are typically 30 to 45 minutes in length. No minimum availability is required; however, we encourage volunteers to commit to at least 1 regular shift per week.Benefits of volunteering with the Walking School Bus include:<ul><li>Regular exercise and fresh air on walking shifts</li><li>Recognition and perks from SCY – like gift cards, transit passes, and local business discounts</li><li>Play an important role in reducing school zone congestion</li><li>Networking and development opportunities in the fields of child-friendly planning, school active travel, and sustainable transportation</li></ul>We currently have volunteer positions available with the following Walking School Bus partner schools in North Vancouver:<ul><li>Blueridge Elementary</li><li>Ecole Boundary Elementary</li><li>Ecole Braemar Elementary</li><li>Canyon Heights Elementary</li><li>Capilano Elementary</li><li>Ecole Cleveland Elementary</li><li>Cove Cliff Elementary</li><li>Eastview Elementary</li><li>Lynnmour Xá7elcha Elementary</li><li>Lynn Valley Elementary</li><li>Norgate Xwemélch'stn Community Elementary</li><li>Seymour Heights Elementary&nbsp;</li></ul>To Express Interest:Please send an email introducing yourself and sharing a bit about what interests you in the Walking School Bus and your relevant experience to <a href="mailto:walkingschoolbus@scyofbc.org" target="_blank">walkingschoolbus@scyofbc.org</a>. Please include a copy of your resume and indicate the following in your email:<ul><li>“Walking School Bus – Volunteer” in the subject line of your email</li><li>The city and/or specific school(s) in which you would like to volunteer</li><li>Your desired shift schedule and availability (shifts are available every school day before and after school, roughly 8-9am and 3-4pm)</li><li>Your contact information (email address and phone number)</li></ul>Volunteering with the program is subject to the completion of a clear police and vulnerable sector check.If you have any questions, please reach out to <a href="mailto:walkingschoolbus@scyofbc.org" target="_blank">walkingschoolbus@scyofbc.org</a> for assistance.

Walking School Bus General Volunteer (Vancouver)

The Society for Children and Youth (SCY) of BC is a unique, provincial not-for-profit organization. Our mission is to improve the well-being of children and youth in BC through the advancement of their civic, political, economic, social, cultural, and legal rights. Since 1974, the Society has focused on providing a strong voice representing children and youth.The Society’s work focuses on four key priorities: child and youth rights, child and youth friendly communities, social justice, and organizational resilience. We have four core organizational values that the Walking School Bus is built around:<ul><li>Relationships: We know we can’t do our best work alone.</li><li>Centering Children and Youth: Children and youth know best what they are experiencing and what their needs and interests are.</li><li>Being Compassionate: Treating one another with compassion is fundamental to creating a safe and comfortable environment.</li><li>Being Resourceful: To be resourceful, we must work to find creative solutions, push boundaries, define new roadmaps, and collaborate with community partners.</li></ul>Much like a traditional yellow school bus, a Walking School Bus (WSB) is a group of students who travel to and/or from school each day along a designated route, stopping along the way to pick up more students. The bus is supported by trained adult Walk Leaders, who walk with the group daily. The bus is powered not by an engine, but on foot, by the students themselves as they walk to and from school.As a volunteer, your job is to support your group’s Walk Leader. The Walk Leader manages logistics like attendance and family communications. Your role involves playing games along the walk, getting to know the participants, and making sure no one lags too far behind – you’re acting as another pair of eyes on the walk, and helping to foster community!Volunteer walking shifts are available every weekday before and after school and are typically 30 to 45 minutes in length. No minimum availability is required; however, we encourage volunteers to commit to at least 1 regular shift per week.Benefits of volunteering with the Walking School Bus include:<ul><li>Regular exercise and fresh air on walking shifts</li><li>Recognition and perks from SCY – like gift cards, transit passes, and local business discounts</li><li>Play an important role in reducing school zone congestion</li><li>Networking and development opportunities in the fields of child-friendly planning, school active travel, and sustainable transportation</li></ul>We currently have volunteer positions available with the following Walking School Bus partner schools:<ul><li>Keating Elementary</li><li>Ecole Macaulay Elementary</li><li>Craigflower Elementary</li><li>Tillicum Elementary</li></ul>To Express Interest:Please send an email introducing yourself and sharing a bit about what interests you in the Walking School Bus and your relevant experience to <a href="mailto:walkingschoolbus@scyofbc.org" target="_blank">walkingschoolbus@scyofbc.org</a>. Please include a copy of your resume and indicate the following in your email:<ul><li>“Walking School Bus – Volunteer” in the subject line of your email</li><li>The city and/or specific school(s) in which you would like to volunteer</li><li>Your desired shift schedule and availability (shifts are available every school day before and after school, roughly 8-9am and 3-4pm)</li><li>Your contact information (email address and phone number)</li></ul>Volunteering with the program is subject to the completion of a clear police and vulnerable sector check.If you have any questions, please reach out to <a href="mailto:walkingschoolbus@scyofbc.org" target="_blank">walkingschoolbus@scyofbc.org</a> for assistance.

The Society for Children and Youth (SCY) of BC is a unique, provincial not-for-profit organization. Our mission is to improve the well-being of children and youth in BC through the advancement of their civic, political, economic, social, cultural, and legal rights. Since 1974, the Society has focused on providing a strong voice representing children and youth.The Society’s work focuses on four key priorities: child and youth rights, child and youth friendly communities, social justice, and organizational resilience. We have four core organizational values that the Walking School Bus is built around:<ul><li>Relationships: We know we can’t do our best work alone.</li><li>Centering Children and Youth: Children and youth know best what they are experiencing and what their needs and interests are.</li><li>Being Compassionate: Treating one another with compassion is fundamental to creating a safe and comfortable environment.</li><li>Being Resourceful: To be resourceful, we must work to find creative solutions, push boundaries, define new roadmaps, and collaborate with community partners.</li></ul>Much like a traditional yellow school bus, a Walking School Bus (WSB) is a group of students who travel to and/or from school each day along a designated route, stopping along the way to pick up more students. The bus is supported by trained adult Walk Leaders, who walk with the group daily. The bus is powered not by an engine, but on foot, by the students themselves as they walk to and from school.As a volunteer, your job is to support your group’s Walk Leader. The Walk Leader manages logistics like attendance and family communications. Your role involves playing games along the walk, getting to know the participants, and making sure no one lags too far behind – you’re acting as another pair of eyes on the walk, and helping to foster community!Volunteer walking shifts are available every weekday before and after school and are typically 30 to 45 minutes in length. No minimum availability is required; however, we encourage volunteers to commit to at least 1 regular shift per week.Benefits of volunteering with the Walking School Bus include:<ul><li>Regular exercise and fresh air on walking shifts</li><li>Recognition and perks from SCY – like gift cards, transit passes, and local business discounts</li><li>Play an important role in reducing school zone congestion</li><li>Networking and development opportunities in the fields of child-friendly planning, school active travel, and sustainable transportation</li></ul>We currently have volunteer positions available with the following Walking School Bus partner schools:<ul><li>Langford - Millstream Elementary</li><li>Sooke - Ecole Poirier Elementary</li><li>Nanaimo - Uplands Park Elementary</li><li>Prince Rupert - Conrad Elementary</li></ul>To Express Interest:Please send an email introducing yourself and sharing a bit about what interests you in the Walking School Bus and your relevant experience to <a href="mailto:walkingschoolbus@scyofbc.org" target="_blank">walkingschoolbus@scyofbc.org</a>. Please include a copy of your resume and indicate the following in your email:<ul><li>“Walking School Bus – Volunteer” in the subject line of your email</li><li>The city and/or specific school(s) in which you would like to volunteer</li><li>Your desired shift schedule and availability (shifts are available every school day before and after school, roughly 8-9am and 3-4pm)</li><li>Your contact information (email address and phone number)</li></ul>Volunteering with the program is subject to the completion of a clear police and vulnerable sector check.If you have any questions, please reach out to <a href="mailto:walkingschoolbus@scyofbc.org" target="_blank">walkingschoolbus@scyofbc.org</a> for assistance.

The Society for Children and Youth (SCY) of BC is a unique, provincial not-for-profit organization. Our mission is to improve the well-being of children and youth in BC through the advancement of their civic, political, economic, social, cultural, and legal rights. Since 1974, the Society has focused on providing a strong voice representing children and youth.The Society’s work focuses on four key priorities: child and youth rights, child and youth friendly communities, social justice, and organizational resilience. We have four core organizational values that the Walking School Bus is built around:<ul><li>Relationships: We know we can’t do our best work alone.</li><li>Centering Children and Youth: Children and youth know best what they are experiencing and what their needs and interests are.</li><li>Being Compassionate: Treating one another with compassion is fundamental to creating a safe and comfortable environment.</li><li>Being Resourceful: To be resourceful, we must work to find creative solutions, push boundaries, define new roadmaps, and collaborate with community partners.</li></ul>Much like a traditional yellow school bus, a Walking School Bus (WSB) is a group of students who travel to and/or from school each day along a designated route, stopping along the way to pick up more students. The bus is supported by trained adult Walk Leaders, who walk with the group daily. The bus is powered not by an engine, but on foot, by the students themselves as they walk to and from school.As a volunteer, your job is to support your group’s Walk Leader. The Walk Leader manages logistics like attendance and family communications. Your role involves playing games along the walk, getting to know the participants, and making sure no one lags too far behind – you’re acting as another pair of eyes on the walk, and helping to foster community!Volunteer walking shifts are available every weekday before and after school and are typically 30 to 45 minutes in length. No minimum availability is required; however, we encourage volunteers to commit to at least 1 regular shift per week.Benefits of volunteering with the Walking School Bus include:<ul><li>Regular exercise and fresh air on walking shifts</li><li>Recognition and perks from SCY – like gift cards, transit passes, and local business discounts</li><li>Play an important role in reducing school zone congestion</li><li>Networking and development opportunities in the fields of child-friendly planning, school active travel, and sustainable transportation</li></ul>We currently have volunteer positions available with the following Walking School Bus partner schools:<ul><li>Kelowna - A.S. Matheson Elementary</li><li>Penticton - Skaha Elementary</li></ul>To Express Interest:Please send an email introducing yourself and sharing a bit about what interests you in the Walking School Bus and your relevant experience to <a href="mailto:walkingschoolbus@scyofbc.org" target="_blank">walkingschoolbus@scyofbc.org</a>. Please include a copy of your resume and indicate the following in your email:<ul><li>“Walking School Bus – Volunteer” in the subject line of your email</li><li>The city and/or specific school(s) in which you would like to volunteer</li><li>Your desired shift schedule and availability (shifts are available every school day before and after school, roughly 8-9am and 3-4pm)</li><li>Your contact information (email address and phone number)</li></ul>Volunteering with the program is subject to the completion of a clear police and vulnerable sector check.If you have any questions, please reach out to <a href="mailto:walkingschoolbus@scyofbc.org" target="_blank">walkingschoolbus@scyofbc.org</a> for assistance.

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