Programming Manager (Mat Leave Contract)

Ronald McDonald House BC and Yukon; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ronald McDonald House BC and Yukon is seeking a Programming Manager for a 14-month mat leave contract. The role involves coordinating family-centered wellness programs, managing events, and ensuring a positive experience for families staying at the House. The ideal candidate will have a background in recreation management or therapy and a passion for supporting families with sick children.

Qualifications

• Post secondary experience in program development and facilitation.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks independently.
• Non-profit experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate wellness programs, activities, and workshops for families.
• Manage Family Services calendar and oversee communications.
• Lead the RMH BC Celebration Committee for in-house events.

Skills

Program Management

Collaboration

Leadership

Education

Post secondary degree or diploma in Recreation Therapy or Recreation Management

Job description

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Programming Manager (Mat Leave Contract)

About the Organization

At Ronald McDonald House Charities British Columbia and Yukon (RMH BC) we envision a province where families stay close to their sick children. Today 2 out of 3 Canadians live in a city or town without a childrens hospital. Our Mission is to give sick children the healing power of being together with family.

As a champion of familycentered care we enable access to childrens hospitals by providing families with sick children accommodation meals and wellness programs that support their emotional and physical wellbeing.

In 1983 the first RMH BC House opened its doors in Vancouver with a 13Bedroom House and over the years with an increase in demand for this essential service construction of a new building was underway. In 2014 a 73bedroom House was unveiled on the grounds of BC Childrens Hospital along with a new 2000 sq. ft. RMH Family Room in Surrey Memorial Hospital. As the secondlargest House in Canada and one of the largest in the world RMH BC will continue to grow and meet the needs of families across BC and Yukon.

Our team is the backbone of our organizationserving our families supporting volunteers and donors and spreading awareness every single day.

About the Position

The Programming Manager works collaboratively within the Family Services team to support the delivery of familycentered wellness program s as well as in H ouse activities and workshops. This is a 14 month contract from Ju ly 2025 to September 2026.

Key responsibilities include :

Program Management

• Work in collaboration with the Family Services team to develop schedule and coordinate wellness program s activities and workshops .
• Overs ee family programs and work closely with the Family Support Manager.
• Create opportunities that will increase the wellbeing and enjoyment of parents and children staying in the House .
• Support facilitators by setting up / taking down program space ordering supplies / materials and confirming participants .
• Actively collaborate with Family Services team to increase program engagement .
• Be available to onsite facilitators and present during programs and activities .
• Work with volunteers family meal groups and development teams to create consistency in our service delivery to families.
• Maintain connections and communications with contract therapists and facilitators .
• Other duties as assigned.

Reporting and Administration

• Manage monthly Family Services calendar
• Monthly scheduling for the Programs team
• Oversite of communications including updating information board and inhouse app
• Complete weekly / monthly reports including Participant Tracker Events Overview Standard Operating Practices Weekly Update .
• Work with other Family Services M anagers to track and report quarterly stats
• Update post and maintain records of programs schedule and signup sheets .
• Maintain inventory of program supplies and materials .
• Meet weekly with Senior Director Family Services .

In House Special Events & Celebrations

• Lead the RMH BC Celebration Committee to develop and facilitate seasonal inhouse events and celebrations.
• Support special events in the House .

Leadership

• Manage direct reports including the Family Services Coordinator and practicum students.
• Oversee food services and meet with Chef weekly .
• Weekly meeting with Food Services Coordinator Programs Coordinator and Chef
• Ensure volunteers are well supported during their shifts and are provided with a meaningful experience while at the House

Job Specific Competencies and Skills

• Alignment with the mission and values of Ronald McDonald House BC and Yukon .
• Ability to represent the House with a polished positive and professional demeanor and attitude at all times .
• Eager and enthusiastic to support the wellness and selfcare of families.
• Commitment to work collaboratively in a team environment with staff volunteers families donors and the public in the best interest of families.
• Ability to work independently to manage multiple tasks and meet dead lines .
• Collaborative approach to problem solving .
• Adaptable and willingness to support change and innovation.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule that includes evenings and weekends to meet the needs of the organization in supporting families.

Experience and Educational Requirements

• Post secondary degree or diploma in Recreation Therapy or Recreation Management preferred
• Previous nonprofit experience an asset.
• Event management experience is an asset.
• Experience developing and facilitating programs.
• Experience working with children youth and families.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.

Please note : all successful candidates will be required to undergo a vulnerable sector criminal record check.

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Employment Type : Contract

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 60000 - 75000

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