Manager, Youth Programs - Internal Posting

Ymca Bc; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 71,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive vacation and paid sicktime

Free YMCA Gym Membership+ Y@Home

Extended Medical and Dental Benefits

Training and Professional Development

Employee assistance program

Reduced childcare rates and priority

Job summary

YMCA BC is seeking a Manager of Youth Programs to provide strategic and operational leadership across multiple Lower Mainland communities. The role focuses on program development, quality, and alignment with funding requirements and YMCA BC’s mission.

The position leads a team of supervisors and staff, manages budgets, and builds partnerships with schools, government agencies, and funders to expand services and impact. Requires travel and flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years experience working with diverse groups of youth.
• Minimum three years experience in a supervisory/management capacity.
• Degree or diploma in Child & Youth Care or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Commitment to working in a socially inclusive environment with diverse members.
• Mental Health First Aid, understanding of addiction, harm reduction, trauma-informed practice, child protection.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with a broad range of staff and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to develop programs, staff, and processes to ensure smooth operations.
• Valid Standard First Aid and CPR-C/AED (may be completed within 30 days).
• Ability to travel across the Lower Mainland and work flexible hours including evenings.
• Three satisfactory references and a Vulnerable sector check within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and people management by recruiting, onboarding, coaching, mentoring, developing, and managing supervisors and staff.
• Lead youth program planning and delivery by overseeing development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of programs and curriculum.
• Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with community organizations, schools, government agencies, and funders.
• Oversee funding, contracts, and financial management by managing budgets and reporting.
• Ensure operational excellence and accountability by establishing effective operating practices and monitoring performance.
• Support organizational strategy and growth by contributing to departmental planning and using data for decision-making.

Skills

Youth programs

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Travel willingness

Education

Child & Youth Care

Education/Experience equivalence

Job description

Manager, Youth Programs - Internal Posting

YESP Full-Time Permanent Management Vancouver, BC, CA

2 days ago Requisition ID: 10952

Salary Range: $71,000.00 To $73,000.00 Annually

Date Posted: November 9, 2026

Position Title: Manager, Youth Programs – Internal Posting

Location: The position offers flexibility to work remotely for administrative and office-based duties when an on-site presence is not required (Travel across Coquitlam, Surrey and Abbotsford).

Workspace is also available at the Robert Lee YMCA in Vancouver or the Tong Louie YMCA in Surrey for those who prefer an office-based work environment.

Term: Permanent, Full-Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Start Date: As soon as possible

Salary: $71,000-$73,000 annually

Reports To: Director, Newcomers and Youth Services

• Competitive vacation and paid sick time
• Free YMCA Gym Membership+ Y@Home
• Eligibility for Extended Medical and Dental Benefits
• Training and Professional Development Opportunities
• Extensive Employee assistance program
• Reduced childcare rates and priority placement for YMCA Staff
• Be part of a charitable organization that positively impacts the community

*Some benefits may vary based on employment terms

Nature & Scope

The Manager, Youth Programs provides strategic and operational leadership for youth programs across multiple Lower Mainland communities, ensuring services are delivered in alignment with YMCA BC’s mission, strategic priorities, and contractual commitments. The position is responsible for the overall planning, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of programs that respond to the evolving needs of children, youth, and families. Working with a high degree of independence, the Manager oversees program quality, curriculum development, operational effectiveness, and compliance with organizational policies, funder requirements, and applicable legislation.

The Manager leads and develops a team of supervisors, staff, and volunteers while fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing work environment. The role manages program budgets, funding agreements, and reporting requirements, and builds strong relationships with community organizations, schools, government agencies, and funders to enhance service delivery and identify opportunities for growth. Through effective leadership, financial stewardship, and partnership development, the Manager ensures program objectives are achieved while contributing to the strategic direction and long-term sustainability of YMCA BC’s youth services.

Major Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and people management by recruiting, onboarding, coaching, mentoring, developing, and managing supervisors and staff, fostering a positive and high-performing team culture, and addressing employee relations matters in accordance with YMCA policies and human resource practices.
• Lead youth program planning and delivery by overseeing the development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of programs and curriculum, ensuring high-quality service delivery, achievement or program objectives, and responsiveness to community needs.
• Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with community organizations, schools, government agencies, and funders to support program delivery, participant recruitment, service expansion, and collaborative initiatives that strengthen community impact.
• Oversee funding, contracts, and financial management by managing program budgets, monitoring financial performance, administering funding agreements and contractual obligations, completing required reporting, and identifying opportunities to secure and sustain program funding.
• Ensure operational excellence and accountability by establishing effective operating practices, monitoring program performance and compliance, addressing operational challenges, managing risk, and implementing continuous improvements to enhance program quality and organizational effectiveness.
• Support organizational strategy and growth by contributing to departmental planning, using program data and community feedback to inform decision-making, and identifying opportunities for innovation, program development, and increased community impact.

Qualification

• Minimum five years experience working with diverse groups of youth
• Minimum three years experience in a supervisory/management capacity
• Degree or diploma in Child & Youth Care or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Commitment to working in a socially inclusive environment responding with sensitivity and personal awareness to the diverse needs of members including visible and non-visible dimensions of diversity
• Mental Health First Aid, understanding of addiction, harm reduction, systemic poverty, trauma-informed practice, child protection
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of staff and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to develop programs, staff, and processes to ensure operations run smoothly
• Excellent administration skills and experience tracking expenses
• Valid Standard First Aid and CPR-C/AED (may be completed within the first 30 days of employment)
• Ability to travel across the Lower Mainland and work flexible hours as required as some programs occur in the evening
• Successful candidate will be required to provide 3 satisfactory references
• Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record check with a Vulnerable sector search issued no later than six (6) months preceding the start date.

About YMCA BC

By igniting belonging and championing health equity, YMCA BC strengthens the foundations of community. With over 3,000 employees and volunteers, YMCA BC serves 150,000 individuals of all ages, backgrounds and abilities across hundreds of service locations, from the Sunshine Coast to Fort St. John.

As a charity, YMCA BC promotes equitable access to healthier outcomes by providing vital programs and services to help address many of our communities' most pressing social issues, including health and wellness, affordable child care and camps, mental health, employment services and community health.

We believe there is potential inside all of us and envision vibrant, healthy and inclusive communities for all.

YMCA BC is firmly committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB). By taking an intersectional approach to our programs and services, the YMCA is committed to creating spaces and experiences where everyone feels safe, welcome, and like they belong. Learn more at ymcabc.ca.

Application Deadline

Application Deadline: November 14, 2026

Note

Note : Depending on the role, we may be required to prioritize internal applicants. At YMCA BC, we approach each hiring process individually, recognizing that people bring diverse experiences and strengths. If this opportunity speaks to you, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every listed qualification. Your unique background might be just what we’re looking for. And if this role isn’t the right fit, we hope you’ll continue exploring future opportunities with us that align with your skills and aspirations.

Accessibility

YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People Services department.

Thank you for your interest and application.