Recreation Leader 3 - Access Support
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About the role
RECREATION LEADER 3 - ACCESS SUPPORT
COMPETITION: #25-133
STATUS: Auxiliary (CUPE)
DEPARTMENT: Recreation Services
SALARY: $24.75 - $28.89 per hour
CLOSING: September 14, 2025
We strive for excellence as we deliver vital municipal services with innovation, accountability and efficiency to meet the needs of the community now and into the future. Be part of our story. Come grow with us!
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The City of Maple Ridge is seeking Access Support leaders to assist children with support needs aged 3 to 18 years. Candidates must be confident in adapting environments and activities to ensure children with support needs can participate alongside peers in programs. This position involves following individual support plans and personal care plans which may include feeding, toileting, and administering medications. Training and direction regarding these processes will be communicated by parents, supervisors, and community partners. Participation and support in recreation activities, both indoors and outdoors, is required.
This position is integral to ensuring the inclusion, safety, and well-being of children & youth with individual support needs. A Recreation Leader 3 – Access Support staff work within a team of recreation leaders. Strong communication skills within a team, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt are required to create a safe and supportive environment.
The ideal candidate will exercise judgment within established policies and procedures, follow verbal and written directions from supervisors, respond quickly to situations, and problem-solve options utilizing resources and their team to assist with de-escalating conflicts and situations. Candidates with experience maintaining documentation such as daily logs, incident forms and connecting with parents/guardians will be needed
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by courses related to the work, plus some related experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Working knowledge of the fundamentals of program leadership and instruction for preschool, children, youth and adults.
Working knowledge of the rules, regulations, procedures and policies governing the work and of modern office methods and procedures.
Working knowledge of the fundamentals of program leadership and instruction for clients with varying abilities.
Ability to participate in planning and implementing programs and activities and to provide leadership and instruction on same.
Ability to deal effectively with a variety of internal and external contacts.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with program participants, parents and external agencies.
Ability to assist in leadership of volunteers and junior level staff.
Skill in the operation of equipment used in the work.
LICENCES AND CERTIFICATES
Standard First Aid and CPR – Level C.
HOURS OF WORK
This is an auxiliary position with no ongoing schedule of hours (Hours of work are governed by Schedule B (C, J) of the Collective Agreement alongside the Letter of Understanding for Workers in Children's/Youth Services and Recreation Access).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
High Five Training – Principals of Healthy Child Development Certificate
MANDT training
Food Safe Certificate
20 Hours of Responsible Adult Training
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
We will be recruiting candidates for the duration of the posting period.
EQUITY STATEMENT
At the City of Maple Ridge, we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive culture that actively values and embraces diversity. We strive to attract and retain a talented, diverse workforce that is broadly reflective of the community we proudly serve. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process by contacting recruitment@mapleridge.ca.
WHAT WE OFFER YOU:
The City of Maple Ridge is a great place to work with competitive compensation packages that include the Municipal Pension Plan, a strong employee wellness program and the opportunity for professional career growth and professional development. If you want to help shape a growing community in a municipality that strives for service excellence, then this is the position for you.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
About City of Maple Ridge
2024 BC's Top Employers
The City of Maple Ridge is located on the traditional territory of the Kwantlen and Katzie First Nations north of the Fraser River between the Pitt River and Stave Falls in the shadow of the Golden Ears Mountain. Maple Ridge is connected to the south Fraser by the Golden Ears Bridge which puts the City within 45 minutes of the US border, Vancouver International Airport, Abbotsford International Airport and all points in between.
The City was established on September 12, 1874 and in the early years European and Japanese settlers established an extensive agricultural industry delivering products to the growing communities in the lower mainland and international markets. A century ago logging and wood production was the predominant industry. The railroad, located on the banks of the Fraser River, was the principal transportation route from Canadian Confederation until the development of the road network, including the Lougheed Highway, which saw the community shift from the riverfront to the current downtown in the early 30s. Maple Ridge has doubled in size every 20 years since 1921 and the most recent Census in 2021 revealed that our population was now over 91,000 citizens.
Maple Ridge is one of the fastest growing communities in BC and the investments in the last decade to build the Golden Ears Bridge and the Pitt River Bridge have helped fill a housing boom and new investment in business. The City of Maple Ridge is proud to have 70% of all staff members living in the community reflecting the fact that this is a great place to work, live and play in one of BCs most amazing natural settings.
Recreation Leader 3 - Access Support
Top Benefits
About the role
RECREATION LEADER 3 - ACCESS SUPPORT
COMPETITION: #25-133
STATUS: Auxiliary (CUPE)
DEPARTMENT: Recreation Services
SALARY: $24.75 - $28.89 per hour
CLOSING: September 14, 2025
We strive for excellence as we deliver vital municipal services with innovation, accountability and efficiency to meet the needs of the community now and into the future. Be part of our story. Come grow with us!
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The City of Maple Ridge is seeking Access Support leaders to assist children with support needs aged 3 to 18 years. Candidates must be confident in adapting environments and activities to ensure children with support needs can participate alongside peers in programs. This position involves following individual support plans and personal care plans which may include feeding, toileting, and administering medications. Training and direction regarding these processes will be communicated by parents, supervisors, and community partners. Participation and support in recreation activities, both indoors and outdoors, is required.
This position is integral to ensuring the inclusion, safety, and well-being of children & youth with individual support needs. A Recreation Leader 3 – Access Support staff work within a team of recreation leaders. Strong communication skills within a team, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt are required to create a safe and supportive environment.
The ideal candidate will exercise judgment within established policies and procedures, follow verbal and written directions from supervisors, respond quickly to situations, and problem-solve options utilizing resources and their team to assist with de-escalating conflicts and situations. Candidates with experience maintaining documentation such as daily logs, incident forms and connecting with parents/guardians will be needed
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by courses related to the work, plus some related experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Working knowledge of the fundamentals of program leadership and instruction for preschool, children, youth and adults.
Working knowledge of the rules, regulations, procedures and policies governing the work and of modern office methods and procedures.
Working knowledge of the fundamentals of program leadership and instruction for clients with varying abilities.
Ability to participate in planning and implementing programs and activities and to provide leadership and instruction on same.
Ability to deal effectively with a variety of internal and external contacts.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with program participants, parents and external agencies.
Ability to assist in leadership of volunteers and junior level staff.
Skill in the operation of equipment used in the work.
LICENCES AND CERTIFICATES
Standard First Aid and CPR – Level C.
HOURS OF WORK
This is an auxiliary position with no ongoing schedule of hours (Hours of work are governed by Schedule B (C, J) of the Collective Agreement alongside the Letter of Understanding for Workers in Children's/Youth Services and Recreation Access).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
High Five Training – Principals of Healthy Child Development Certificate
MANDT training
Food Safe Certificate
20 Hours of Responsible Adult Training
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
We will be recruiting candidates for the duration of the posting period.
EQUITY STATEMENT
At the City of Maple Ridge, we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive culture that actively values and embraces diversity. We strive to attract and retain a talented, diverse workforce that is broadly reflective of the community we proudly serve. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process by contacting recruitment@mapleridge.ca.
WHAT WE OFFER YOU:
The City of Maple Ridge is a great place to work with competitive compensation packages that include the Municipal Pension Plan, a strong employee wellness program and the opportunity for professional career growth and professional development. If you want to help shape a growing community in a municipality that strives for service excellence, then this is the position for you.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
About City of Maple Ridge
2024 BC's Top Employers
The City of Maple Ridge is located on the traditional territory of the Kwantlen and Katzie First Nations north of the Fraser River between the Pitt River and Stave Falls in the shadow of the Golden Ears Mountain. Maple Ridge is connected to the south Fraser by the Golden Ears Bridge which puts the City within 45 minutes of the US border, Vancouver International Airport, Abbotsford International Airport and all points in between.
The City was established on September 12, 1874 and in the early years European and Japanese settlers established an extensive agricultural industry delivering products to the growing communities in the lower mainland and international markets. A century ago logging and wood production was the predominant industry. The railroad, located on the banks of the Fraser River, was the principal transportation route from Canadian Confederation until the development of the road network, including the Lougheed Highway, which saw the community shift from the riverfront to the current downtown in the early 30s. Maple Ridge has doubled in size every 20 years since 1921 and the most recent Census in 2021 revealed that our population was now over 91,000 citizens.
Maple Ridge is one of the fastest growing communities in BC and the investments in the last decade to build the Golden Ears Bridge and the Pitt River Bridge have helped fill a housing boom and new investment in business. The City of Maple Ridge is proud to have 70% of all staff members living in the community reflecting the fact that this is a great place to work, live and play in one of BCs most amazing natural settings.