Program Leader - Casual

Boys and Girls Club Okanagan; Kelowna, West Kelowna; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Positive team culture

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

BGC Okanagan is hiring casual Program Leaders to support School-Age Childcare programs at various clubs in Kelowna and West Kelowna, BC.

When the school bell rings, our programs are where kids want to be. For more than 60 years, we have created safe, engaging environments where children can play, create, and connect after school.

Qualifications

• Education in childcare and/or experience planning, implementing and evaluating childcare programs.
• One (1) year recent related experience.
• First Aid Certificate and Food Safe or willingness to obtain.
• Class 5 Driver’s Licence and willingness to obtain Class 4.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and participate in quality and diverse recreational, social, and/or educational programming.
• Orients new families and members to the program and club.
• Provide direct supervision of members, and ensure their health, safety, and wellness.
• Mentors, guides and leads Activity Leaders within the program and activities.
• Build relationships with the children, youth, and families within their designated programs.
• Use Club vans to pick up members from school and transport to various sites if required.
• Prepare nutritious snacks and meals for members
• Provides group and/or individual behaviour management and support.
• Ensures Agency Policies and Procedures, Program Operating Standards, WCB standards, Community Care Licensing Regulations, Risk Management requirements and general safety standards are met.

Skills

Childcare planning

Program development

Behaviour management

Team coordination

Education

Education in childcare

One year experience

Tools

First Aid Certificate

Food Safe

Class 5 Driver’s Licence

Job description

Program Leader - Casual

Date Posted: July 7, 2026

Competition Number: 90-26/27

Location: Kelowna and West Kelowna (Multiple locations)

Looking for a job that’s fun and truly meaningful?

BGC Okanagan is currently hiring casual Program Leaders to support our School-Age Childcare programs at various clubs in Kelowna and West Kelowna, BC.

When the school bell rings, our programs are where kids want to be. For more than 60 years, we have created safe, engaging environments where children can play, create, and connect after school.

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

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and participate in quality and diverse recreational, social, and/or educational programming.
• Orients new families and members to the program and club.
• Provide direct supervision of members, and ensure their health, safety, and wellness.
• Mentors, guides and leads Activity Leaders within the program and activities.
• Build relationships with the children, youth, and families within their designated programs. Establishes open communication with parents/caregivers.
• Use Club vans to pick up members from school and transport to various sites if required.
• Prepare nutritious snacks and meals for members
• Provides group and/or individual behaviour management and support.
• Ensures Agency Policies and Procedures, Program Operating Standards, WCB standards, Community Care Licensing Regulations, Risk Management requirements and general safety standards are met.

Qualifications:

• Education in childcare and/or experience planning, implementing and evaluating childcare programs.
• One (1) year recent related experience
• First Aid Certificate and Food Safe or willingness to obtain
• Class 5 Driver’s Licence and willingness to obtain Class 4
• Must be at least 19 years of age as per licensing requirements
• Successful completion of Agency screening including a Criminal Record Check

Hours: Casual, Monday to Friday, (School Year): 1:30 pm to 6:30 pm, (Summer): 7:30 am to 6:00 pm

Rate of Pay: $21.02 per hour

Closing Date: Open until filled

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. You will only be considered for a position with BGC Okanagan if you’re legally entitled to work in Canada. Eligible applicants include: Canadian citizens, permanent residents and refugees in Canada with legal status.

We appreciate and thank all applicants for their interest, however only short-listed candidates will be contacted.