Bring your passion for early development to Courtenay! BGC Central Vancouver Island is seeking a dedicated and skilled ECE-IT to join our integrated team. If you thrive on providing specialized, high-quality care for our littlest participants (ages birth to 3) and want to work in an environment that deeply values your expertise, this is the place for you!

What’s in it for you?

• Wage: $29.00 per hour (including $6 BC ECE Wage Enhancement) 

• Hours: Full-Time, Monday – Friday (Shifts scheduled between 7:00 am – 5:30 pm).

• Location: Courtenay, BC.

• Benefits: Comprehensive package including Dental Care, Extended Health, Vision Care, Group RRSP, plus up to 50% Reduction on Childcare Fees!

About the Role

As an ECE-IT, you are an expert in early milestones, routines, and secure attachments. You’ll work collaboratively to design enriching, age-appropriate spaces where infants and toddlers can safely explore their world. This role blends specialized clinical care with deep family connection, supported by an organization that puts people first.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Infant & Toddler Expertise: Provide specialized guidance around routine, nutrition, diapering, and sleep habits for children from birth to 3 years of age.

• Curriculum Development: Plan, carry out, and evaluate developmentally appropriate indoor/outdoor activities using observation and modeling to support early growth.

• Inclusive Practice: Work as a team to implement care plan goals for children with diverse needs, collaborating with speech or occupational therapists when required.

• Family Partnership: Communicate closely with parents and caregivers about their child’s unique milestones, welcoming their input and participation.

• Safety & Compliance: Maintain attentive supervision at all times and ensure all documentation (daily attendance, logbooks, and licensing requirements) is complete and accurate.

What You Bring

• Certification: Approved ECE-IT Certification through the Early Childhood Registry of B.C.

• Safety: Valid First Aid/CPR certificate approved by Community Care Facilities Licensing.

• Experience: Proven experience working in a Community Care Licensed facility, with a strong background in assessing and implementing early years programming.

• Team Mindset: Excellent communication and conflict-resolution skills, with a passion for working in a collaborative, integrated staff team.

• Eligibility: Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Keep our communities moving! BGC Central Vancouver Island is looking for a reliable, safety-conscious Class 4 Driver to join our team in Ladysmith, BC. In this essential role, you will be the smiling face that safely transports children and staff between schools and our exciting club programs.

What’s in it for you?

• Wage: $25.00 – $25.75 per hour (based on experience).

• Hours: Part-Time, Split Shift (Roughly 7:30 am – 9:00 am and 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm), Monday – Friday.

• Bonus Hours: Want more hours? Extra shifts are regularly available on Pro-D days, winter/summer breaks, and for fun daycare out-trips!

• Location: Ladysmith, BC.

About the Role

As a BGC Driver, you do more than just operate a vehicle—you set a positive, welcoming tone for the children’s day. Driving a mix of 15-passenger vans and 24-passenger buses, you will manage regular school routes and exciting field trip destinations, ensuring safety and compliance are always the top priority.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Safe Transit: Pick up and drop off children at designated school and club locations, strictly adhering to planned routes and time schedules.

• Vehicle Care: Complete thorough pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections. Keep our fleet clean, fueled, and maintained in accordance with the BC Motor Vehicle Act and National Safety Code regulations.

• Passenger Safety: Ensure all children are safely loaded, unloaded, and properly secured in seatbelts or car seats. Maintain a calm, respectful environment on the bus.

• Team Communication: Keep program supervisors informed of any traffic delays, and complete daily logs, attendance sheets, and fuel card reconciliations accurately.

• Program Support: Work collaboratively with club staff and, if needed, assist with basic first aid or medication delivery according to organizational policies.

What You Bring

• Licensing: A valid, Unrestricted Class 4 BC Driver’s License and a clean Driver’s Abstract.

• Safety: A valid First Aid Certificate.

• Experience: Previous experience driving 24-seater buses and working alongside school-aged children is highly preferred.

• Interpersonal Skills: A friendly, reliable demeanor with the ability to build great relationships with kids, parents, and school personnel.

  BGC Central Vancouver Island is an equity employer and encourages applications from persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous people, people of all sexual orientations and genders, and others who may contribute to a diverse and inclusive staff team.

Are you a specialist looking to make a profound difference in Nanaimo? Join BGC Central Vancouver Island as a PBS Consultant. In this pivotal role, you will use your expertise in neurodiversity and behavioral science to empower families, reduce barriers, and replace crisis with capability.

What's in it for you?

• Wage: $35.00 per hour
• Hours: Full-Time (40 hours per week), Monday – Friday.
• Location: Nanaimo, BC
• Benefits:
  • Extended Benefits (Health, Dental, CI, LTD, DL, AD&D)
  • Up to 50% Reduction on Childcare Fees
  • 11 Paid Statutory Holidays
  • 2 Paid BGCCVI Recognized Holidays
  • 3 Paid Holiday Closure Days for full-time staff
  • 5 BC Sick Days + 5 BGC Sick Days
  • Paid Certificate Renewal
  • Paid Training and Professional Development Opportunities

Why This Role?

This isn’t just a "desk job." You will be in the community, working at the heart of the family unit. We value clinical excellence and provide a collaborative environment where you can apply advanced methodologies like ABA and PBS to create real, measurable change.

How You’ll Make a Difference

• Clinical Assessment: Conduct Functional Assessment Interviews and Observations to get to the "why" behind challenging behaviors.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement sophisticated PBS and Safety Plans in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team (schools, psychiatrists, and CYMH).
• Family Coaching: Act as a lead educator for caregivers, helping them understand neurodiversity (Autism, ADHD, FASD) and teaching them the skills to support their child’s unique strengths.
• Advocacy: Navigate complex systems to reduce barriers to service, ensuring families have the resources and voice they need.
• Collaborative Leadership: Work alongside the CYSN team and other professionals to ensure a wraparound approach to care.

What You Bring

• Education: A Master’s Degree in Psychology or Social/Human Services is preferred. (A Bachelor’s degree with significant hands-on experience in neurodiversity will also be considered).
• Specialized Knowledge: Deep understanding of Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA) and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS). BCBA Verified Course Sequence or RBT training is a major asset.
• Experience: 3–5 years of direct service in the neurodiversity or developmental delay field, with a proven track record in behavioral intervention and caregiver coaching.
• Resilience & Empathy: You are a master of personal boundaries, a clear communicator under pressure, and a champion for strength-based family support.
• The Essentials: You have a reliable vehicle for daily community travel and the flexibility to meet families when they need you most

BGC Central Vancouver Island is an equity employer and encourages applications from persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous people, people of all sexual orientations and genders, and others who may contribute to a diverse and inclusive staff team.

Make a lasting impact in Nanaimo! Are you passionate about empowering families and guiding youth through life’s challenges? Join BGC Central Vancouver Island as a Child and Youth Care Worker. In this role, you aren’t just a staff member; you are a coach, an advocate, and a consistent source of support for those navigating behavioral and social hurdles.

What’s in it for you?

• Wage: $23.00 per hour

• Hours: Full-Time, 35 hours per week.

• Schedule: Monday – Friday (Daytime and evening shifts to meet client needs).

• Location: Nanaimo, BC.

• Benefits: Up to 50% Reduction on Childcare Fees, Paid Certificate Renewal, Paid Training and Professional Development Opportunities

Why Join Our Team?

At BGC, we live by our values: Belonging, Respect, Encouragement, Working Together, and Speaking Out. You’ll work in a trauma-informed environment where your personal wellness is valued, and your professional growth is supported through a collaborative team culture.

What You’ll Do

• Empower & Coach: Provide 1-to-1 and small group support to children, youth, and adults, focusing on social skills and behavioral stabilization.

• Navigate & Advocate: Connect families to vital community resources and act as a fierce advocate for their best interests.

• Plan & Implement: Design evidence-based goal plans tailored to each client’s unique strengths and needs.

• Support in Crisis: Recognize and de-escalate crisis situations with empathy and professional strategy.

• Collaborate: Work closely with the Integrated Child, Youth, and Family Services team to ensure "person-centered" care.

What You Bring

• Education: A degree in Social/Human Services (or an equivalent mix of education and experience).

• Certifications: Valid First Aid/CPR (CCFL approved) and a clean Driver’s Abstract.

• The Essentials: You have a safe, reliable vehicle and are comfortable transporting clients. You thrive in fast-paced environments and can work independently when the pressure is on.

• Experience: At least 1 year in a similar social services environment; experience with crisis intervention is a major asset

BGC Central Vancouver Island is an equity employer and encourages applications from persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous people, people of all sexual orientations and genders, and others who may contribute to a diverse and inclusive staff team.

Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Consultant

Are you a specialist looking to make a profound difference in Nanaimo? Join BGC Central Vancouver Island as a PBS Consultant. In this pivotal role, you will use your expertise in neurodiversity and behavioral science to empower families, reduce barriers, and replace crisis with capability.

What's in it for you?

• Wage: $35.00 per hour
• Hours: Full-Time (40 hours per week), Monday – Friday.
• Location: Nanaimo, BC
• Benefits:
• Extended Benefits (Health, Dental, CI, LTD, DL, AD&D)
• Up to 50% Reduction on Childcare Fees
• 11 Paid Statutory Holidays
• 2 Paid BGCCVI Recognized Holidays
• 3 Paid Holiday Closure Days for full-time staff
• 5 BC Sick Days + 5 BGC Sick Days
• Paid Certificate Renewal
• Paid Training and Professional Development Opportunities

Why This Role?

This isn’t just a "desk job." You will be in the community, working at the heart of the family unit. We value clinical excellence and provide a collaborative environment where you can apply advanced methodologies like ABA and PBS to create real, measurable change.

How You’ll Make a Difference

• Clinical Assessment: Conduct Functional Assessment Interviews and Observations to get to the "why" behind challenging behaviors.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement sophisticated PBS and Safety Plans in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team (schools, psychiatrists, and CYMH).
• Family Coaching: Act as a lead educator for caregivers, helping them understand neurodiversity (Autism, ADHD, FASD) and teaching them the skills to support their child’s unique strengths.
• Advocacy: Navigate complex systems to reduce barriers to service, ensuring families have the resources and voice they need.
• Collaborative Leadership: Work alongside the CYSN team and other professionals to ensure a wraparound approach to care.

What You Bring

• Education: A Master’s Degree in Psychology or Social/Human Services is preferred. (A Bachelor’s degree with significant hands-on experience in neurodiversity will also be considered).
• Specialized Knowledge: Deep understanding of Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA) and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS). BCBA Verified Course Sequence or RBT training is a major asset.
• Experience: 3–5 years of direct service in the neurodiversity or developmental delay field, with a proven track record in behavioral intervention and caregiver coaching.
• Resilience & Empathy: You are a master of personal boundaries, a clear communicator under pressure, and a champion for strength-based family support.
• The Essentials: You have a reliable vehicle for daily community travel and the flexibility to meet families when they need you most

BGC Central Vancouver Island is an equity employer and encourages applications from persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous people, people of all sexual orientations and genders, and others who may contribute to a diverse and inclusive staff team.

Bring your passion for early development to Ladysmith! BGC Central Vancouver Island is seeking a dedicated and skilled ECE-IT to join our integrated team. If you thrive on providing specialized, high-quality care for our littlest participants (ages birth to 3) and want to work in an environment that deeply values your expertise, this is the place for you! This is a Leave Coverage position expected to continue through to the end of August 2027, with the possibility of extension.

What’s in it for you?

• Wage: $29.00 per hour (including $6 BC ECE Wage Enhancement) 

• Hours: Full-Time, Monday – Friday (Shifts scheduled between 7:00 am – 5:30 pm).

• Location: Ladysmith, BC.

• Benefits: Up to 50% Reduction on Childcare Fees, Paid Certificate Renewal, Paid Training and Professional Development Opportunities

About the Role

As an ECE-IT, you are an expert in early milestones, routines, and secure attachments. You’ll work collaboratively to design enriching, age-appropriate spaces where infants and toddlers can safely explore their world. This role blends specialized clinical care with deep family connection, supported by an organization that puts people first.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Infant & Toddler Expertise: Provide specialized guidance around routine, nutrition, diapering, and sleep habits for children from birth to 3 years of age.

• Curriculum Development: Plan, carry out, and evaluate developmentally appropriate indoor/outdoor activities using observation and modeling to support early growth.

• Inclusive Practice: Work as a team to implement care plan goals for children with diverse needs, collaborating with speech or occupational therapists when required.

• Family Partnership: Communicate closely with parents and caregivers about their child’s unique milestones, welcoming their input and participation.

• Safety & Compliance: Maintain attentive supervision at all times and ensure all documentation (daily attendance, logbooks, and licensing requirements) is complete and accurate.

What You Bring

• Certification: Approved ECE-IT Certification through the Early Childhood Registry of B.C.

• Safety: Valid First Aid/CPR certificate approved by Community Care Facilities Licensing.

• Experience: Proven experience working in a Community Care Licensed facility, with a strong background in assessing and implementing early years programming.

• Team Mindset: Excellent communication and conflict-resolution skills, with a passion for working in a collaborative, integrated staff team.

• Eligibility: Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Start your career where you can make a real difference! Are you an enthusiastic ECEA looking for a consistent schedule in a fun, supportive environment? Join the team at BGC Central Vancouver Island and help us provide high-quality care and mentorship to the children in our Nanaimo community.

What’s in it for you?

• Wage: $21.00 per hour

• Hours: Part-Time (Up to 30 hours per week).

• Schedule: Monday – Friday, with shifts scheduled between 7:00 am – 5:30 pm.

• Location: Nanaimo, BC.

• Benefits: Up to 50% Reduction on Childcare Fees, Paid Certificate Renewal, Paid Training, and Professional Development Opportunities.

About the Role

As a Part-Time ECEA, you are a foundational member of our childcare team. You’ll work alongside experienced ECEs to create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment where children can play, learn, and grow. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who values a reliable weekday schedule and wants to build long-term relationships with families and coworkers.

How You’ll Contribute

• Team Collaboration: Work as a key member of an integrated team that prioritizes inclusion, excellence, and positive conflict resolution.

• Engaging Activities: Help carry out and evaluate developmentally appropriate experiences for children, using modeling and questioning to spark curiosity.

• Daily Support: Follow program schedules that balance indoor/outdoor play and group/individual activities according to BGCCVI standards.

• Safety First: Maintain constant supervision and ensure all children are engaged in safe, age-appropriate activities.

• Care & Routine: Attend to the physical needs of children (including diapering, toileting, and nutrition) with empathy and professionalism.

• Clear Communication: Help maintain accurate records, including daily attendance and communication logs, to keep our programs running smoothly.

What You Bring

• Certification: Approved ECEA Certification through the Early Childhood Registry of B.C.

• Safety: Valid First Aid/CPR certificate (CCFL approved).

• Reliability: A valid Driver’s License and a commitment to a consistent Monday–Friday schedule.

• Experience: Previous experience in a licensed childcare facility is preferred, along with a passion for working with children birth to 5 years.

• Eligibility: Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

What’s in it for you?

• Wage: $21.00 per hour
  
• Hours: On-call/Casual. Shifts available Monday – Friday between 7:00 am – 5:30 pm. Perfect for those seeking a flexible schedule!
  
• Location: Comox Valley, BC.
  
• Benefits: Up to 50% Reduction on Childcare Fees, Paid Certificate Renewal, Paid Training, and Professional Development Opportunities.

About us!

At BGC Central Vancouver Island, we are looking for enthusiastic, adaptable people who want to make a difference in the lives of children and youth! If you are a "pro" at jumping in where you're needed most and enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, this is the perfect fit. Our on-call team is vital to ensuring our programs remain high-quality and consistent for the families we serve.

Job Summary

As an On-Call ECEA, you are our "relief hero." You will step into various programs to support our teams, ensuring that no matter who is away, the children in our care have a safe, engaging, and joyful day. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on variety and enjoys meeting new colleagues and children across our Comox Valley locations.

Job Duties:

• Adaptable Teamwork: Work as a key member of various integrated staff teams, quickly building rapport and maintaining effective communication.
  
• Program Support: Help carry out and evaluate developmentally appropriate activities using modeling, observing, and reinforcing techniques.
  
• Safety & Supervision: Ensure children are supervised at all times and engaged in safe, age-appropriate activities.
  
• Care & Connection: Attend to children’s physical needs (diapering, toileting, eating, and sleeping) with care and professionalism.
  
• Operational Excellence: Follow established daily schedules and ensure all documentation (attendance, logbooks) is kept accurate during your shift.
  
• Inclusion: Implement identified care plan goals to support children with diverse needs, ensuring consistent practice across the organization.

Qualifications:

• Certification: Approved ECEA Certification through the Early Childhood Registry of B.C.
  
• Safety: Valid First Aid/CPR certificate approved by Community Care Facilities Licensing.
  
• Reliability: Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation to respond to on-call assignments.
  
• Experience: Previous experience in a licensed childcare facility; ability to adapt quickly to new environments and routines.
  
• Eligibility: Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Keep our communities moving! BGC Central Vancouver Island is looking for a reliable, safety-conscious Class 4 Driver to join our team in Nanaimo, BC. In this essential role, you will be the smiling face that safely transports children and staff between schools and our exciting club programs.

What’s in it for you?

• Wage: $25.00 – $25.75 per hour (based on experience).

• Hours: Part-Time, Split Shift (Roughly 7:30 am – 9:00 am and 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm), Monday – Friday.

• Bonus Hours: Want more hours? Extra shifts are regularly available on Pro-D days, winter/summer breaks, and for fun daycare out-trips!

• Location: Nanaimo, BC.

About the Role

As a BGC Driver, you do more than just operate a vehicle—you set a positive, welcoming tone for the children’s day. Driving a mix of 15-passenger vans and 24-passenger buses, you will manage regular school routes and exciting field trip destinations, ensuring safety and compliance are always the top priority.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Safe Transit: Pick up and drop off children at designated school and club locations, strictly adhering to planned routes and time schedules.

• Vehicle Care: Complete thorough pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections. Keep our fleet clean, fueled, and maintained in accordance with the BC Motor Vehicle Act and National Safety Code regulations.

• Passenger Safety: Ensure all children are safely loaded, unloaded, and properly secured in seatbelts or car seats. Maintain a calm, respectful environment on the bus.

• Team Communication: Keep program supervisors informed of any traffic delays, and complete daily logs, attendance sheets, and fuel card reconciliations accurately.

• Program Support: Work collaboratively with club staff and, if needed, assist with basic first aid or medication delivery according to organizational policies.

What You Bring

• Licensing: A valid, Unrestricted Class 4 BC Driver’s License and a clean Driver’s Abstract.

• Safety: A valid First Aid Certificate.

• Experience: Previous experience driving 24-seater buses and working alongside school-aged children is highly preferred.

• Interpersonal Skills: A friendly, reliable demeanor with the ability to build great relationships with kids, parents, and school personnel.

  BGC Central Vancouver Island is an equity employer and encourages applications from persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous people, people of all sexual orientations and genders, and others who may contribute to a diverse and inclusive staff team.

Be the champion for inclusion this season! BGC Central Vancouver Island is seeking an empathetic, skilled, and dedicated Early Years Support Worker (EYSW) to join our team in Nanaimo. In this role, you will use your knowledge of child development and positive behavior support to help children with unique needs fully integrate, play, and thrive alongside their peers.

What’s in it for you?

• Wage: $21.00 per hour

• Hours: Full-Time Contract (35 hours per week for 7 weeks), Monday – Friday.

• Schedule: Shifts scheduled between 7:00 am – 5:30 pm.

• Location: Ladysmith, BC.

• Position Note: This rewarding role is open for a 7-week term, funded in partnership with the Child Development Centre (CDC).

About the Role

As an EYSW, your mission is inclusion. You will support the early learning program as a whole while providing direct, individualized care and predictable structure for children navigating developmental delays, behavioral challenges, or extra support needs. You are the bridge that helps every child build social skills, communication strategies, and life skills in a safe environment.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Individualized Support: Provide tailored guidance in life skills, social skills, and behavior management. This may include creating visual tools or using approved technology to support communication.

• Collaborative Planning: Participate in the assessment, goal setting, and documentation of individualized Care Plans, partnering with families, staff, and community networks.

• Safety & Stabilization: Create a predictable structure with clear expectations. Recognize and safely de-escalate complex or anxious behavioral situations with empathy and strategy.

• Holistic Care: Attend to the physical, emotional, and medical needs of the children, including administering medication according to policy, and assisting with lifts and transfers if required.

• Team Collaboration: Contribute to team effectiveness through direct communication, attending staff meetings, and maintaining open lines of communication with community partners and professionals.

What You Bring

• Education: ECEA Diploma, Community Support Worker Certificate, or Behavioral Interventionist (BI) certification is preferred (a combination of education and experience will be considered).

• Safety: Valid First Aid/CPR certificate approved by Community Care Facilities Licensing.

• Experience: Previous experience working in a licensed childcare facility with children who require extra support needs is a major asset.

• Core Skills: Comprehensive knowledge of early child development, age-appropriate communication, and positive behavior management theory.

  BGC Central Vancouver Island is an equity employer and encourages applications from persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous people, people of all sexual orientations and genders, and others who may contribute to a diverse and inclusive staff team.

About the Role

This is a Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) funded position designed to provide meaningful, hands-on experience in early childhood education. As an Early Childhood Educator Assistant, you’ll support our childcare team in creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment where children can learn and thrive through play.

You’ll work alongside experienced ECEs, gaining practical skills in programming, child development, and classroom support—an excellent opportunity for students or individuals exploring a career in early childhood education.

What’s in it for you?

• Wage: $21.00 per hour
  
• Hours: Full-Time, 35 hours per week
  
• Schedule: Monday – Friday, with shifts scheduled between 7:00 am – 5:30 pm.
  
• Location: Comox Valley, BC.
  
• Term: This is an 8-week Summer term position with an anticipated start of June 15, 2026

Job Duties:

• Team Collaboration: Work as a key member of an integrated team that prioritizes inclusion, excellence, and positive conflict resolution.
  
• Engaging Activities: Help carry out and evaluate developmentally appropriate experiences for children, using modeling and questioning to spark curiosity.
  
• Daily Support: Follow program schedules that balance indoor/outdoor play and group/individual activities according to BGCCVI standards.
  
• Safety First: Maintain constant supervision and ensure all children are engaged in safe, age-appropriate activities.
  
• Care & Routine: Attend to the physical needs of children (including diapering, toileting, and nutrition) with empathy and professionalism.
  
• Clear Communication: Help maintain accurate records, including daily attendance and communication logs, to keep our programs running smoothly.

Qualifications:

• Certification: Approved ECEA Certification through the Early Childhood Registry of B.C.
  
• Safety: Valid First Aid/CPR certificate approved by Community Care Facilities
  
• Reliability: Commitment to a consistent Monday–Friday schedule. A valid Driver's License is considered an asset. 
  
• Experience: Previous experience in a licensed childcare facility is preferred, along with a passion for working with children birth to 5 years.
  
• Eligibility: Must be 19 years or older and legally entitled to work in Canada.

BGC Central Vancouver Island is an equity employer and encourages applications from persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous people, people of all sexual orientations and genders, and others who may contribute to a diverse and inclusive staff team.