Program Area Leader - Recreation

Boys and Girls Club Okanagan; Vernon; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Positive team culture

Paid professional development

Job summary

BGC Okanagan is hiring a Program Area Leader to support Recreation programs for children, youth and families at our Vernon location. The role focuses on planning activities, delivering engaging programs, and ensuring safety and licensing compliance.

You will work with a team, promote community engagement, and maintain program records. We value inclusivity and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds in Vernon, BC.

Qualifications

• Diploma or certificate in recreation/education or social services is required or relevant experience.
• Course work covering child development, guidance, health and safety or nutrition (licensed programs).
• Minimum one year of recent related experience.
• Class 5 Driver’s License; willingness to obtain Class 4 soon.
• First Aid and Food Safe certifications (or willingness to obtain).
• Agency screening including Criminal Record Check is required.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements recreational, social, and/or educational activities for a specified program.
• Works with Activity Leaders to deliver the program and engages members in activities.
• Oversees day‑to‑day operation, facilities, equipment, and licensing requirements.
• Makes recommendations for program development and evaluation.
• Promotes the program at events and produce promotional materials.
• Liaises with community providers to coordinate referrals and represent the organization.
• Maintains records, statistics, and reports.

Skills

One year related experience

Education

Diploma or certificate in recreation/education or social services

Course work on child development, guidance, health/safety or nutrition

First Aid Certificate

Food Safe certification

Criminal Record Check

Tools

Driver’s license (Class 5)

Willingness to obtain Class 4

Job description

Program Area Leader - Recreation

Date: October 7, 2026

Competition Number:200-26/27

Location: Vernon, BC

BGC Okanagan is hiring a Program Area Leader to support our Recreation programs for Children, Youth, and Families at our Vernon location. Step into a role where every day brings the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and their families!

At BGC Okanagan, we are committed to fair, inclusive hiring practices and building teams that reflect the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people who have been historically marginalized for many reasons, including race, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, or age.

If you need accessibility support at any stage of the hiring process, we encourage you to let us know and we will accommodate such requests when made.

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 – becauseOpportunity 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

• This position is open to all applicants
• This position requires union membership

Hours: 12 hours per week, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 1pm-5pm

Rate of Pay: $19.82 per hour

Closing Date: Open until filled

BGC Okanagan is committed to equitable hiring practices. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada to be considered for employment. Eligible applicants include Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and individuals with refugee status who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest in joining BGC Okanagan; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.