Senior Program Leader - Temporary

Boys and Girls Club Okanagan; West Kelowna; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Childcare discounts

Paid sick leave

Vacation

Benefits plan

Job summary

BGC Okanagan is seeking a temporary, part-time Senior Program Leader for the After School Program at Shannon Lake Elementary in West Kelowna, BC. The role oversees day-to-day operations, supervises staff and volunteers, and ensures compliance with licensing regulations.

The position runs September 2026 to June 2027 with potential additional hours during school breaks. Requires a diploma/certificate in relevant field, 1 year experience, First Aid and Food Safe, and a Criminal Record Check.

Qualifications

• Diploma or certificate in child development, guidance, health and safety, or nutrition (required for licensed programs).
• One year of recent, related experience with children or youth in recreation, education, or social services.
• Valid First Aid and Food Safe Certificates.
• Class 4 Driver's Licence or willingness to obtain.
• Be at least 19 years of age as per Licensing Regulations.
• Successful completion of Agency screening including a Criminal Record Check.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the assigned program and develop, implement, coordinate, and evaluate plans to meet the needs of children, youth and families.
• Act as Licensed Manager to ensure activities adhere to Child Care Licensing Regulations.
• Supervise, mentor, guide and lead staff within the program.
• Provide day-to-day direction and performance feedback, address workplace issues, and participate in staff discipline when needed.
• Create the program activity calendar and distribute to members and families.
• Provide group or individual behaviour management and support.
• Participate in recruiting program staff and volunteers, including interviews, hiring and training as per policy.
• Maintain accurate program and member records with confidentiality.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Program development

Communication

Education

Diploma / certificate in child development or related field

Job description

Senior Program Leader - Temporary

Date: July 29, 2026

Competition Number: 117-26/27

Location: Shannon Lake Elementary - West Kelowna, BC

Term: September 2026 to June 2027, with the possibility of additional hours during school breaks.

BGC Okanagan is hiring a temporary, part-time Senior Program Leader for After School Program at the Shannon Lake Elementary club in West Kelowna, BC. In this leadership role, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of the assigned program while supervising, mentoring, and supporting both staff and children.

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

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of an assigned program. Develops, implements, coordinates, and evaluates plans and programs designed to ensure that the needs of children, youth, and families are met.
• Will be the Licensed Manager as per Licensing Regulations to ensure all activities adhere to Child Care Licensing Regulations.
• Supervise, mentor, guide and leads activity leaders, if there are multiple staff within the program.
• Provides day-to-day direction, performance feedback, as well as participates in discipline of staff and volunteers within the program. Addresses staff workplace issues and assists in resolving workplace disputes.
• Create program activity calendar to be distributed to members and families.
• Provides group and/or individual behaviour management and support.
• Participate in the recruitment of program staff and volunteers, including conducting interviews, selection, hiring, orientation, training and discipline up to termination in accordance with agency policy.
• Ensures that accurate program and member records are maintained and that confidentiality is a priority.

Qualifications:

• A diploma, certificate, or completion of at least 20 hours of coursework in areas such as child development, guidance, health and safety, or nutrition (required for licensed programs)
• One (1) year of recent, related experience working with children or youth in recreation, education, or social services
• Valid First Aid and Food Safe Certificates
• Class 4 Driver's Licence or willingness to obtain
• Be at least 19 years of age as per Licensing Regulations

• Successful completion of Agency screening including a Criminal Record Check

Hours: 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 12:00pm-6:00pm

Rate of Pay: $23.98 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.