Summer Program Staff- Parkland

BGC Big Brothers Big Sisters of Edmonton & Area is an organization that believes in the promise of all children. Our team works with community volunteers, partners and other supporters to create safe environments for children to be between school and home and to provide caring mentoring relationships for children and youth. Now, more than ever, the kids in our community need us and we are looking for great staff to join our team.

Bgcbigs values the diversity of the people it hires and serves, and we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where every individual is valued. Diversity at bgcbigs means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person's talents and strengths. Bgcbigs is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity and inclusion and we actively encourage applications from members of groups experiencing barriers to equity.

BGC Big Brothers Big Sisters is seeking individuals interested in the following position(s):

Competition Number: SPS0526- Temporary Parkland Summer Program Staff

Position(s) Available: 1 X 6 Weeks

Status: Temporary

June 22, 2026 to July 31, 2026

37.5 hours/week

Salary Range

$22.48/hour

The key responsibilities of this position will include

• Building positive relationships with children and youth ages 6–17 at various partner sites by encouraging participation in activities in the community.
• [KC1] Demonstrating initiative in planning and facilitating mentoring sessions based on participants’ interests and needs while ensuring activities promote fun, engagement, and positivity.
• Facilitating and supporting 1-1 and group-based mentoring programs that promote participation, inclusion, skill development, and positive social connections.
• Providing direct supervision, behavior management, support and mentoring to the children and youth ensuring positive relationships occur.
• Act as a positive mentor and role model for children and youth, including building supportive one-on-one relationships through a professional staff as mentor model.
• Building relationships with children and youth in order to understand their individual and collective needs.
• Maintaining daily logs and other required reporting to document the success of the programs.
• Collaborating and interacting positively with other team members.

The successful candidate will have

• Minimum of 2 years previous experience working with children and youth in a summer program and/or after school program setting.
• An in-progress degree or diploma in a human services related field.
• Ability to manage time effectively and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to function independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills (written and oral).
• Ability to adapt to changing work environments and demands.
• Meet all Canada Summer Job funding requirements to be eligible for these positions.
• Confirmed availability from June 22, 2026 to July 31, 2026 (incl hours)
• A satisfactory Police Information Check (including Vulnerable Sector) and an Intervention Record Check completed within the last 6 months.
• Ability to travel independently between program and partner sites throughout the Parkland and Edmonton area, including access to a reliable vehicle and dependable transportation to and from assigned locations.
• A valid driver’s license, access to a reliable vehicle, and auto insurance with at least $2 million in liability coverage.

BGC Big Brothers Big Sisters of Edmonton & Area really is “a great place to be”. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a supportive work environment, excellent benefits package and rewarding career opportunities.

Please apply online [https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=66d21ce5-a3fa-4eaf-aecc-7f9a2f74092c&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_CA] with a resume by May 29, 2026