Program Leader, Recreation

Boys and Girls Club Okanagan; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in British Columbia is hiring a Program Leader for their Recreation Program. This role involves supervising children, planning activities, and providing a supportive environment. The ideal candidate has experience working with children and holds a valid First Aid certification. This position offers casual hours with a pay rate of $20.41 per hour, emphasizing inclusivity and equal opportunities in the hiring process.

Benefits

Opportunities for paid professional development

Fun, safe and inclusive culture

Flexibility and variety in scheduling

Qualifications

• Current First Aid certificate required.
• Successful completion of Agency screening including a Criminal Record Check.
• Willingness to obtain Class 4 Driver License.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operation of the program.
• Supervise and interact with children and youth.
• Transport participants in Agency Vans.
• Plan and implement activities for the program.

Skills

Experience working with children

Supervision

Communication

Education

Diploma or certificate in recreation, education or social services

Tools

First Aid certification

Class 4 Driver License

Job description

Program Leader, Recreation

Date Posted: July 25, 2025

Competition Number: 91-25/26

Location: West Kelowna, Peachland, BC

BGC Okanagan is hiring Program Leader for our Recreation Program at our West Kelowna and Peachland Locations. The program leader is responsible for planning and implementing recreational, social, and educational activities. You will collaborate with other program leaders and the program coordinator to deliver the recreation program.

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We can provide:

• Opportunities for paid professional development such as:

• Responsible Adult, Class 4 Driver’s License, First Aid & Food Safe

• Flexibility and Variety

• Paid Professional Development
• Fun, Safe and Inclusive Culture

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee 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.

• Supervise and interact with children and youth in a positive and supportive manner to ensure a safe and supportive environment.

• Transporting participants in Agency Vans to various sites for recreational purposes.
• Establish open communication with parent’s/care givers.
• Plans and implements activities and special events for a program.
• Promotes public awareness of and support for the program by performing duties such as producing promotional materials and attending community events.
• Maintains related records and statistics and produces reports as required.

Qualifications:

• A diploma, certificate and/or relevant experience working with children in recreation, education or other social services.
• Current First Aid certificate
• Class 4 Driver License or willingness to obtain
• Successful completion of Agency screening including a Criminal Record Check

This position is open to all applicants

Hours: Casual hours available; Monday – Friday afternoons evenings, 2:00 pm-8:30 pm. Must be available Saturdays 9:00am – 4:00pm

Rate of Pay: $20.41 per hour

Closing Date: September 5, 2025.

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