Richmond Child Care Resource & Referral

Salary: $35.82/hr

Benefits

Healthcare: We offer an extended health program for employees who work 20 hrs/wk or more. The program through Group Health covers MSP premiums, dental, vision, prescription medication, select alternative therapies, life insurance, and long-term disability. We also have an Employee and Family Assistance program. The premiums of the plan are 100% paid by the employer.  

Vacation & Leave:  Employees accumulate 6% vacation pay on all hours worked in the first and second year of employment. After the first two years of employment, they earn one additional day of vacation per year of service, to a maximum of 35 workdays.

Retirement Pension: When eligible, an employee will be enrolled in the Municipal Pension Plan with a matching contribution by SSCS.  

Other Perks: Casual dress, employee events, on-site parking, paid sick days, and more.

Compensation: As per the BCGEU Collective Agreement, the wage is $35.82 per hour. 

1. Plans and implements activities and special events for the Child Care Resource and Referral program.
2. Oversees the day-to-day operation of the program by ensuring that the necessary facilities and equipment are in place, program guidelines and policies are adhered to, and program standards and licensing requirements are met.
3. Supervises program staff by performing duties such as assigning work, providing feedback on performance, and conducting performance evaluations.
4. Participates in the recruitment and selection of program staff by performing duties such as screening applicants, participating on interview panels, and making hiring recommendations.
5. Schedules program staff in accordance to program staffing requirements.
6. Orients, determines the need for and provides training to program staff, volunteers and practicum students.
7. Monitors and authorizes program expenditures and maintains financial records in accordance with established procedures.  
8. Responds to telephone and in-person inquiries from parents and potential or existing child care providers on issues related to child care services. Provides resource materials and information on community resources, services and local child care providers.
9. Provides consultation to child care providers and potential child care providers in areas such as start-up and operation, licensing requirements, safety standards, and programming. Conducts initial and follow-up visits to child care providers.
10. Develops and produces newsletters, program brochures and pamphlets in conjunction with other staff. Develops, selects and acquires resource materials.  
11. Maintains the lending library and resource materials by performing duties such as organizing resources and equipment, performing inventory, laminating, photocopying, purchasing supplies and maintaining library membership, loan and return records.  
12. Plans, conducts and/or participates in the delivery of workshops, networking and educational events for parents and child care providers and other special events as required in consultation with the Manager/Director.
13. Promotes public awareness of the program by performing duties such as producing promotional materials and attending community events as well as recruits child care providers through channels such as public service announcements, advertising and posters and brochures.
14. Liaises with community service providers and other professionals to coordinate service provision and facilitate referrals to the program.
15. Plan and participate in staff meetings.  
16. Maintains a registry of child care providers in accordance with established policies and guidelines.
17. Maintains related records and statistics and produces reports as required.
18. Performs other related duties as required. 

1. Criminal Record Review.
2. Signed confidentiality form.
3. Approved reference check.
4. Driver’s abstract.
5. Access to a reliable vehicle.
6. First Aid Certificate. 

1. Early Childhood Education Certificate
2. Minimum of two (2) years recent, related experience including one (1) year supervisory experience.
3. Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
4. Valid Driver’s License. 

About SSCS:
Founded in 1978, Sea to Sky Community Services (SSCS) is a leading social service provider in BC’s Sea to Sky Corridor. We operate within a large geographical area - from Mount Currie to Britannia Beach. We offer 41 programs and services that support and enhance the lives of residents through all ages and stages of life. We help create healthy, connected and diverse communities where everyone can grow, develop and lead meaningful lives.  SSCS is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, sex, creed, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, political belief, status as a veteran, or any other consideration made unlawful by provincial, federal, or local laws.