Program Leader - Recreation

Program Leader - Recreation

Date: January 26, 2026

Competition Number: 254-25/26

Location: Kelowna, BC (Martin Ave. and Rutland)

BGC Okanagan is hiring casual Program Leaders to support our Recreation Programs for Children, Youth, and Families at our Martin Avenue and Rutland locations. Step into a role where every day brings the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and their families!

Here’s what we offer when you join our team:

A positive, supportive team culture where your contributions are valued

Ongoing paid professional development to enhance your skills and advance your career

So, what are you waiting for? Come join a team that trusts, values, and appreciates YOU. Your adventure begins here – because Opportunity Changes Everything!

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Plans and implements recreational, social, and/or educational activities for a specified program.

Works in a team together with the Activity Leaders to deliver the specified program and encourages and facilitates member participation in activities.

Oversees the day-to-day operation of the program by ensuring that the necessary facilities and equipment are in place, program guidelines and policies are adhered to, and program standards and licensing requirements are met.

Makes recommendations to the supervisor regarding program development, policy and procedure formulation, and program evaluation.

Promotes public awareness of and support for the program by performing duties such as producing promotional materials and attending community events.

Liaises with community service providers and other professionals to coordinate service provision, facilitate referrals to the program, and represent the organization or program in external events.

Maintains related records and statistics and produces reports as required.

Qualifications:

A diploma, certificate and/or relevant experience working with children/youth in recreation, education or social services

Completion of a course or a combination of courses of at least 20 hours duration which include child development, guidance, health and safety or nutrition (licensed programs)

One (1) year recent related experience

Class 5 Driver’s License and willingness to obtain Class 4 as soon as possible

First Aid Certificate and Food Safe or willingness to obtain

Successful completion of Agency screening including a Criminal Record Check

Hours:  Casual/on call

Rate of Pay: $20.41 per hour

Closing Date: March 28, 2026

As an equal opportunity employer, BGC Okanagan is committed to the prioritization of equitable and inclusive employment practices. Our goal is to be representative of the communities we serve, and we encourage applications from communities which are structurally marginalized based on race, disability, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, nationality, social or ethnic origin, gender identity and/or expression. If any candidate needs any accessibility support throughout the hiring process, we will accommodate such requests when made. We appreciate and thank all applicants for their interest, however only short-listed candidates will be contacted.