Senior Program Area Leader (Temporary)

Boys and Girls Club Okanagan; Lake Country; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Positive team culture

Paid professional development

Childcare discounts

Paid sick leave and vacation

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Boys and Girls Club Okanagan is seeking a part-time Senior Program Area Leader for our School Aged Child Care Program at Davidson Road Elementary, Lake Country, BC. You will plan and deliver recreational, social, and educational activities reflecting our best practices and philosophy.

As Licensed Manager you will supervise staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster relationships with families and staff, while maintaining high safety standards and program quality.

Qualifications

• Diploma or certificate in recreation, education, social services, or related field.
• Completion of at least 20 hours of coursework in child development, guidance, health and safety, or nutrition.
• Minimum of one year of related experience.
• Valid First Aid Certificate.
• Class 4 Driver’s Licence (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the program and develop/evaluate plans for children, youth, and families.
• Serve as Licensed Manager per Child Care Licensing Regulations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Supervise and mentor program staff and volunteers; provide direction and feedback.
• Directly supervise members to ensure health, safety, and wellbeing.
• Create and distribute program calendars for members and families.
• Complete administrative tasks, including attendance data entry.
• Orient new families to the program and the Club.
• Build relationships with families and connect those needing additional support to resources.

Education

Diploma or certificate in recreation/education/social services

20 hours coursework in child development/health/safety

1 year related experience

First Aid Certificate

Class 4 Driver’s Licence

Job description

Senior Program Area Leader

Date: September 1, 2026

Competition Number: 157-26/27

Employment Type: Part-Time, Temporary until June 27, 2027

Location: Davidson Road Elementary- Lake Country, BC

Join BGC Okanagan as a Senior Program Area Leader!

BGC Okanagan is seeking a part-time Senior Program Area Leader for our School Aged Child Care Program at Davidson Road Elementary in Lake Country, BC. As the Senior Program Area Leader, you will plan and deliver a range of recreational, social, and educational activities that reflect and maintain the Agency’s best practices and philosophy.

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
• Childcare discounts to help your family thrive
• Paid sick leave and vacation to help you recharge when needed
• A comprehensive benefits plan

So, what are you waiting for? Come join a team that trusts, values, and appreciates YOU. Your adventure begins here – because Opportunity Changes Everything!

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the assigned program, including developing, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating plans that meet the needs of children, youth, and families.
• Serve as the Licensed Manager inaccordance with Child Care Licensing Regulations, ensuring full compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Supervise, mentor, guide, and lead program staff, when applicable, to support high-quality service delivery.
• Provide daily direction and performance feedback to program staff and volunteers.
• Directly supervise program members, ensuring their health, safety, and overall well-being.
• Create and distribute program activity calendars for members and families.
• Complete general administrative tasks, including data entry for attendance and calendars.
• Orient new families and members to the program and the Club.
• Build relationships with the children, youth, and families within their designated programs. Establishes open communication with parents/caregivers. Identifies families who require additional support and connects them with appropriate resources.
• Provides group and/or individual behavior management and support.
• Conduct monthly and weekly audits and inspections, including reviewing participant files, play space checklists, and other required documentation.
• Ensure all Agency Policies and Procedures, Program Operating Standards, WCB standards, Community Care Licensing Regulations, Risk Management requirements, and general safety standards are consistently met and followed by all staff.
• Maintain adequate supplies and equipment to support effective program operations.

Qualifications:

• Diploma or certificate in recreation, education, social services, or a related field, and/or relevant experience working with children or youth
• Completion of at least 20 hours of coursework in areas such as child development, guidance, health and safety, or nutrition (required for licensed programs)
• A minimum of one (1) year of recent, related experience
• Valid First Aid Certificate
• Class 4 Driver’s Licence (or willingness to obtain)

Additional Information:

• This position is open to all applicants
• This position requires union membership
• This is a temporary position from September 8, 2026 to June 27, 2027, or upon the return of the incumbent.

Hours: 25 hours per, Monday to Friday, 1pm – 6pm
Rate of Pay: $22.60 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.