Summer Youth Program Assistant

The County of Grande Prairie builds on its natural environment and the entrepreneurial spirit of its citizens to provide an unmatched quality of life and opportunity for all. We offer a collaborative and dynamic workplace where our values of Trustworthy, Transparent, Respectful, and Collaborative guide our conduct and contribute to a healthy culture.

The County of Grande Prairie is currently seeking a Summer Program Assistant. The Assistant's role is to effectively, efficiently, and professionally provide a well-organized summer program teaching social emotional skills through play for children ages 6-12, in various communities within the County. This position reports to the Child, Youth and Family Program Supervisor and Summer Program Coordinator. 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

•    Assisting in developing, planning, and implementing summer programs for children and youth in cooperation with the FCSS Child, Youth and Family Program Supervisor and Program Coordinator 

•    Support the Program Coordinator as needed with program registrations and keeping all registration lists up to date, ensuring that all parents and/or guardians fill out registration forms and waiver forms for the Summer Day Camp Program 

•    Assist with supervising program participants, promoting social and emotional well-being and fun 

•    Applying first aid to injured participants if required 

•    Responsible for documentation of all incidents and accidents on the provided forms and immediately inform the Camp Coordinator 

•    Ensure open communication with participants, parents, and staff. Must respond to parent and participant questions and concerns 

•    Advise the Camp Coordinator of any needs of the Summer Day Camp Program expenditures 

•    Assist in ensuring that all activities, or events, are scheduled and documented in a timely and organized manner 

•    Assist with proper set up and dismantle of daily activities at various locations 

•    Prepare and lead activities, games and crafts, in person or virtually 

The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, patient and have a love of children. 

•     Experience working with groups of children between 6-12 years 

•    Must be a minimum of 16 and maximum of 30 as per the Canada Summer Jobs Grant requirements 

•    Valid class 5 license with an acceptable driver's abstract 

•    Reliable vehicle to be used for work purposes 

•    Knowledge of local resources, agencies, and referral sources 

•    Knowledge of the stages of physical, social, emotional, and intellectual developmental needs of children 

•    Excellent interpersonal skills 

•    Ability to plan and organize appropriate daily activities 

•    Ability to work independently and as part of the FCSS team. 

•    CPR/First Aid with AED (will provide training, if needed) 

Successful candidates will be required to submit a Criminal Records Check and a Vulnerable Sector Check as a condition of their employment. 

Term Length: This position works Monday to Friday for 35 hours per week from May 25 – August 21, 2026

Hours of Work: 

Monday: 4 Hours

Tuesday to Thursday: 8am-5pm

Fridays: 4 Hours 

Closing Date: This posting will close on February 20, 11.59 pm (MST)

Pay Rate:  $25.53 to $30.03 per hour

As part of the County of Grande Prairie’s commitment to provide a safe and healthy workplace, we encourage and support a scent-free environment.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Only applications submitted online will be accepted. We do not accept applications sent via email.

The County of Grande Prairie recognizes and values the principles of fair hiring practices. We are committed to a respectful and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] and we will work with you to meet your needs.

• This posting may be used for future vacancies or to fill more than one position
• This posting may be open until a suitable candidate(s) is/are found.

Please note that once your application is complete, you will receive a confirmation email. If we require any additional information we will contact you. Due to the volume of applications received we can only answer questions at the interview stage.