Child Care Bus Operator

Candidate Physical Location:
Dilworth Mountain YMCA Child Care Centre
950 Dilworth Dr
Kelowna, BC V1V1S6, CAN

YMCA Child Care Centre at George Elliot
10241 Bottom Wood Lake Rd
Lake Country, BC V4V1Y7, CAN

Working at the YMCA means you are part of a fun, positive working environment. At the YMCA, people are our greatest asset. We provide professional development opportunities, free training, and opportunities for growth and promotion.

The YMCA of Southern Interior BC has a child care growth plan that currently operates 13 multi-age child care locations, serves over 500 families, and is on target to serve up to 900 families by building and opening several more child care centers over the next few years.

Reporting to the Child Care Manager, you will fulfill a wide range of duties relating to picking up and transporting children by bus from their schools to the YMCA after School Care Centres. The Bus Driver is responsible for the safe transportation of children from their school to their respective centre. The regular hours of this position will be Monday to Friday from 7:30-9:00 am and 1:30-3:30 pm and will include monthly staff training, early dismissal days, and possible hours in our Winter/Spring break/Summer and Professional Day care programs driving children ages 5-12 years.

If the following sounds like a good day at work, then this job might be for you:

• Ensure staff are on the bus as required when transporting a minimum of a single child.
• Ensure safe and legal transport and use of the vehicle.
• Know which children are being picked up and dropped off at their respective centres, and help children on and off buses when necessary.
• Release children only to those authorized by parent/guardian, and ask for identification to verify authorized pick-up.
• Take a face count before leaving each school and centre to ensure no children are left behind.
• Correctly fill out and initial the daily bus roster.
• Ensure all children remain seated at all times, face forward, and ensure seatbelts are fastened (where appropriate).
• Ensure bags/backpacks are not obstructing walkways and exits, and that children keep all body parts and belongings inside the vehicle. No food or beverages are to be consumed on the bus.
• Make phone calls to inform the fleet dispatcher of delays due to inclement weather, breakdowns, etc.
• Provide support to childcare leaders with the supervision of children aged 5 – 12.
• Interact directly using the YMCA core values with the children and encourage interactions between children.
• Read, understand, and implement all YMCA Policies and Procedures as outlined in the Manual.
• Ensure all safety and supervision standards are implemented and maintained according to CCFL and YMCA requirements.
• Secure all confidential files.
• Maintain the security of the vehicle.
• Other tasks as directed by your Manager.
• Communicate with the Manager around centre-specific issues that relate to busing regulations or other health and safety concerns.
• Maintain safety and supervision in accordance with provincial licensing requirements and standards.
• Build healthy relationships with children, parents, teachers, colleagues, and external stakeholders.
• Participate in YMCA of Southern Interior BC community initiatives such as the Strong Kids Campaign, Healthy Kids Day, etc.
• Read, understand, and follow all Provincial and YMCA requirements and standards.

We'd love to hear from people with:

• Completed a course or a combination of courses of at least 20 hours duration in child development, guidance, health and safety, or nutrition.
• Current First Aid certification with CPR level B or C.
• Certificate/diploma/degree in a related field, and/or ECE Assistant certification (considered an asset).
• Valid B.C. Class 4 or Class 2 operator/driver’s licence, providing a clean driver's abstract every 12 months.
• Commitment to Mission, Vision and Values: Demonstrates and promotes a personal understanding of and appreciation for the mission, vision, and values of the YMCA of Southern Interior BC.
• Service Oriented: Deliberately identifies and creates opportunities to enhance each individual's YMCA experience. Creates action plans to resolve any service gap areas.
• Relationship Building and Collaboration: Builds positive interactions, listens attentively, and communicates effectively to create an open communication environment. Shares information, best practices, and resources with colleagues.

The YMCA's Commitment to Trust, Safety and Equality:

As part of a trusted charitable organization, you can expect to receive excellent services and safety training throughout your YMCA career. As the first step in your journey, you will be required to:

• Provide 3 references of a professional nature (e.g., employer, supervisor, colleague, teacher, coach, etc.).
• Provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Sector Search issued no later than six (6) months preceding your start date. The YMCA will provide applicable instructions and paperwork.

The YMCA of Southern Interior BC is an equity employer and encourages applications from all individuals who may contribute to the diversity of our workplace. This includes persons with diverse abilities, persons of colour and ethnicity, Indigenous persons (First Nations, Metis, and Inuit), and people of all sexual orientations and genders.