Senior Program Leader - Gyms & Seniors (West Region)

Toronto Community Housing; Toronto; Presencial; CAD 23.000 - 32.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Toronto Community Housing Corporation (TCHC) seeks a Senior Program Leader to plan and deliver community-based gym and senior programs across Toronto. This role focuses on developing inclusive activities that engage residents and build strong neighbourhoods.

Responsibilities include coordinating schedules, supervising staff, ensuring safety, and reporting outcomes. The position runs up to 25 hours weekly until December 31, 2026, with some weekend/evening work and no hybrid work arrangement.

Formación

• Experience planning, implementing, and evaluating community-based programs.
• Proven ability to organize events and activities for diverse groups.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Willingness to obtain Emergency First Aid certification if not already held.

Responsabilidades

• Identify residents’ needs for cultural, educational, recreational and social activities in conjunction with the Program Coordinator.
• Develop and implement social and recreational activities meeting community needs.
• Promote TCHC lead programs and activities continually.
• Evaluate programs with on-site staff on an ongoing basis.
• Manage community space during program hours and report deficiencies.
• Ensure recreation program safety and compliance.
• Liaise with front-line staff to coordinate programming.
• Supervise on-site program staff and provide ongoing support.
• Conduct inventory and inform Program Lead of supplies needed.
• Participate in staff meetings and city-wide events as directed.

Conocimientos

Community program planning

Event facilitation

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

First Aid Training

Descripción del empleo

About Toronto Community Housing Corporation

Toronto Community Housing Corporation (“TCHC”) is the largest social housing provider in Canada and the second largest in North America. We are wholly owned by the City of Toronto and operate in a non-profit manner. TCHC provides homes to over 41,000 low and moderate-income households in 88 of Toronto's neighbourhoods, with 93,000 tenants from many different backgrounds with a diversity in age, education, language, mental and physical ability, religion, ethnicity and race. We are an essential part of the City of Toronto's fabric and social system.

Our over 2,000 employees work to achieve our vision of quality homes in vibrant communities where people are proud to live and work.

Vacancy Type

Temporary/Seasonal

Salary/Hourly Range

$20.04

Work Details (Days/Hours)

Monday – Friday up to 25 hours per week (Some weekends and evenings required)

Hybrid Eligible

No

Affiliation

CUPE Local 79

Contract Length

Until December 31, 2026 (Possible extension)

Division And Department

Operations

Location

495 Wilson Av. (Program will be delivered through select Toronto Community Housing locations within the West region).

Number Of Vacancies

1

Existing/New Job

Existing

Grade

Senior Program Leader

Vacancy Status

Existing Vacancy

Candidate List Or Eligibility List

Candidate List

Make a difference

We are currently searching for dedicated and passionate individuals to join our family at Toronto Community Housing! As a Senior Program Leader, you’ll utilize your expertise and knowledge to contribute to the ongoing efforts of Toronto Community Housing to improve the neighborhoods and lives of residents of Toronto.

Staff At TCHC Gym And Seniors’ Program Will Participate In Dynamic Training, Receive On‑ground Coaching And Are Celebrated For Their Hard Work And Meaningful Impact On The Lives Of Residents Living In Toronto Community Housing. We Are Hiring Senior Program Leaders To Support The Following Programs.

Gym Programs

The gym program will include a variety of sport and recreation‑based activities. The number one goal for the Senior Program Leader working in this programs is to ensure that their site runs a reliable, safe, fun and inclusive program. They do this by ensuring that program activities are conducted according to the weekly or monthly schedule, facilitating and leading a wide range of program activities for residents, and professionally managing any and all challenges that arise.

Seniors Programs

The number one goal for the Senior Program Leader working in these programs is to ensure that their site runs a reliable, safe, fun and inclusive program. The program will include a variety of activities that will promote healthy attitudes towards aging, educational enrichment, opportunities for leadership skill development, strengthened sense of community and social responsibility. They do this by ensuring that program activities are conducted according to the weekly or monthly schedule, mobilizing and utilizing the strengths and talents of all ages to meet the needs and interests of communities across Toronto, using recreation‑based activities, and professionally managing any and all challenges that arise.

The successful candidate will be required to attend paid training.

Employment Timelines

The contract terms for this position will be until December 31, 2026, working up to 25 hours per week. During this time there would be some weekend and evening work that you may be required to assist with. Prior notice will be given if/when such work is being required from staff.

What You’ll Do

• In conjunction with the Program Coordinator, you will identify residents’ needs for cultural, educational, recreational and social activities.
• Support the development and implementation of a variety of social and recreational activities meeting the needs of the community.
• Promote all TCHC lead programs and activities on an ongoing basis.
• Evaluate programs on an ongoing basis in conjunction with on‑site staff.
• Responsible for community space during program hours, inclusive of reporting deficiencies to manager and securing space once program is complete.
• Ensure the recreation program operates safely.
• Liaise (if applicable) with front‑line staff assigned to the portfolio to ensure cooperative programming.
• Supervise and provide ongoing support and direction to all on‑site program staff
• Conduct ongoing inventory and inform the Program Lead of supplies needed during the program.
• Participate in staff meetings, local and city wide events as directed by the manager
• Maintain a co‑operative relationship with other program and agencies within the community.
• Wear the official TCHC staff uniform and nametag while on duty.
• Ensure that final program report is completed at the end of the program and that all forms and supplies are handed in.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need

• Demonstrated knowledge, experience and/or academic background in working in a community based setting.
• Experience with program planning, implementation, and evaluation of community based programs.
• Demonstrated experience in community outreach.
• Proven administrative skills.
• Proven organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in organizing, promoting and/or facilitation of special events.
• First Aid qualifications (minimum of Emergency First Aid) is an asset, or must be willing to obtain certificate prior to commencement of work assignment.

PLESE NOTE

In order to be eligible as a Senior Program Leader, applicants need to be at least 18 years or above. Applicants 18 years of age and over, must present a valid and suitable Police Reference Check (Vulnerable Sector Check) prior to commencing employment.

The Senior Program Leader job role is not hybrid eligible and as such the successful candidate would be required to work off a TCHC work location.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and strive to create a diverse workplace that reflects the cultural mosaic of our great city and the communities we serve. We recognize the value that comes from different viewpoints, unique experiences and diverse perspectives of our employees, who bring fresh, new ideas to our business. Diversity plays a key role in our ability to deliver on our mission to provide clean, safe, well‑maintained, affordable homes for tenants.

TCHC is committed to diversity and inclusion within its community and encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, racialised persons/persons of colour, persons with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, and others who can help us provide vibrant communities and make our city a great place to live. In an effort to ensure access to information for people with disabilities, we have noticed that some screen readers do not function properly with our job portal. If you are a person with a disability and are experiencing issues with our job portal and would like access to our job postings in an alternative format, please email your request to our People and Culture Division at [e-mail].

Accessibility for applicants

Toronto Community Housing is committed to equity in employment. Our goal is a diverse, inclusive, and barrier‑free workplace that reflects the communities we serve.

We will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities at all stages of the hiring process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and Toronto Community Housing’s Accessibility Policy.

If you are a person with a disability and need the job posting in an alternative format or any other accessible accommodations during the hiring process, please email your request to our People & Culture department at [e-mail] or call our accessible accommodations line at (416) 981 - 4119. Please refer to the job requisition number when you contact us.

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