Job detail

Youth Program Leader

The British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (BC SPCA)

TEMPORARY
Posted 3/16/2026

Location

Nanaimo, British Columbia

Core responsibilities

This casual position involves coordinating with the regional humane educator to deliver fun and educational youth programs focused on pet care, animal welfare, and the environment through various events and workshops. Key duties include ensuring participant safety, providing first aid when necessary, fostering an inclusive environment, and maintaining organized activity spaces.

Requirements summary

Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid emergency first aid certificate, along with enthusiasm for working with children and animals. Essential qualities include leadership instincts, teamwork experience, energy, patience, excellent verbal communication, and organizational skills, plus the willingness to complete a criminal record check.

high schoolLeadershipTeamworkOrganizationCommunicationIncident ReportingFirst AidAdaptabilityConflict ResolutionAnimal Welfare KnowledgeInclusivityProgram DeliveryLiaisonParticipant SafetyStress Signal Recognition