Youth Program Leader

Douglas College; Coquitlam, New Westminster; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Youth Program Leader to provide leadership and support for youth programs. The role includes developing lesson plans and ensuring a safe environment for participants. This position is ideal for candidates with post-secondary education and experience in youth programming. A flexible schedule, excellent health benefits, and professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Health and Dental Benefits

Defined-Benefit Pension Plan

Access to Fitness Centres and Classes

Qualifications

• Experience in leading youth programs is an asset.
• Satisfactory completion of a Criminal Record check is required.
• Work in a safe and respectful environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and delivery of youth programs.
• Support organizing and coordinating camp activities.
• Develop and implement camp lesson plans.

Skills

Experience with youth programming

CPR and First Aid training

Ability to conduct operational tasks

Education

Post-secondary education or equivalent experience

Tools

High Five certification

Coaching Canada Association certification

Job description

Salary Range: $18.00 to $25.00 per hour. Salary is based on education, experience and certifications.

The Opportunity

The Sports Institute at Douglas College is accepting ongoing applications for our Fall (September 13 to December 7), Winter (January 10 to March 8), Spring (March 16 – March 27) and Summer (June 22 to August 31) programs. The Youth Program Leader provides leadership, program delivery and supports the overall operational functions of the Sport Institute youth programs, activities and events. Reporting to the Manager, Athletics and Recreation Operations, this position receives daily direction and supervision from the Program Coordinator, Sports Institute.

WHO WE ARE

Do what you love. Be good at it. That’s how Douglas College defines a great career. It’s a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC’s Top Employers. We love what we do. And we’re looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada’s best degree-granting colleges even better.

Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.

WHAT WE OFFER

We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.

• Transit-accessible campuses
• Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions
• Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions
• Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions
• Professional Development opportunities
• Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes

The Sports Institute at Douglas College is accepting ongoing applications for our Fall (September 13 to December 7), Winter (January 10 to March 8), Spring (March 16 – March 27) and Summer (June 22 to August 31) programs. The Youth Program Leader provides leadership, program delivery and supports the overall operational functions of the Sport Institute youth programs, activities and events. Reporting to the Manager, Athletics and Recreation Operations, this position receives daily direction and supervision from the Program Coordinator, Sports Institute.

Collaborates with the Youth Program Coordinator to:

• Support the organizing, coordinating and delivery of programs, activities and events;
• Lead program activities;
• Conduct operational and administrative responsibilities as directed;
• Develop and implement camp lesson plans;
• Support program, activity, and event set up/take down;
• Adhere and uphold to College policies, procedures and department processes;
• Ensure a safe and respectful environment for participants and staff;
• Report incidents and accidents through established policies, procedures and processes in consultation with the Manager, Athletics and Recreation Operations and Director, Athletics and Recreation.

To be successful in this role you will need:

• Post-secondary education, or combination of work/education experience;
• Experience with youth programming is an asset;
• CPR and First Aid training ( AED training is an asset);
• Related industry training, certification, i.e. High Five, Coaching Canada Association, Early Childhood Development, Child and Youth Care, etc. is preferred;
• Satisfactory completion of a Criminal Record check including a vulnerable sector check. A criminal record will not automatically result in your application for employment being denied.

Additional Information

The Sports Institute at Douglas College is accepting ongoing applications for our Fall (September 13 to December 7), Winter (January 10 to March 8), Spring (March 16 – March 27) and Summer (June 22 to August 31) programs. The Youth Program Leader provides leadership, program delivery and supports the overall operational functions of the Sport Institute youth programs, activities and events. Reporting to the Manager, Athletics and Recreation Operations, this position receives daily direction and supervision from the Program Coordinator, Sports Institute.

Recruitment and selection for these positions will be ongoing throughout the 25/26 year. Applicants need only to apply once to be considered for their preference of programs.

Camps will be held at both New Westminster and Coquitlam campuses, as well as several satellite locations such as Town Centre and Queens Park. Full-time, part-time and on-call positions will be available for all camp offerings and include half and full days. Work hours depend on availability but typically occur between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm Monday through Friday.

Camps requiring specific instructors include:

Posting Number

Posting Number 02594SA

Position Title

Anticipated Start Date

Anticipated Start Date 09/13/2025

End Date

End Date 08/29/2025

Needs a Criminal Records Check

Needs a Criminal Records Check Yes

How To Apply

Open Date

Open Date 08/07/2025

Close Date

Close Date 06/13/2025

Open Until Filled Yes

Minimum Number of References

Equity Statement

Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable learning and working environment. In support of this journey, we welcome all people to apply, including people from groups that are experiencing inequity, including, but not limited, to Indigenous Peoples, racialized or persons of colour, persons with mental or physical disabilities, persons who identify as women, and/or persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and persons of all faith identities, age, marital status, and parental status.

Criminal Record Checks will be required for all successful candidates.

At Douglas College, we believe in a personal touch and the importance of genuine interactions. Every application is carefully reviewed by a member of our team without the use of AI tools.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Please indicate which season of camps you are applying for
  • Fall (September 13 to December 7)
  • Winter (January 10 to March 8)
  • Spring Break (March 16 to March 27)
  • Summer (June 22 to August 31)
• * 1. Are you a current or recent Douglas College student?
  • Yes
  • No
• * 2. Are you a current Douglas College employee (or have worked for the College within the last 6 months)?
  • Yes
  • No

(Open Ended Question)

• * 3. Are you legally eligible to work in Canada?
  • Yes
  • No
• * 4. If you have a valid work or study permit, please indicate the expiry date. (enter n/a if not applicable).

  (Open Ended Question)

• * 8. Which campus location are you available to work at?
  • New Westminster
  • Coquitlam Campus
  • New Westminster and Coquitlam Campuses
  • None of the above
• * 9. Do you have a current, satisfactory Criminal Record Check (including the vulnerable sector check)
  • Yes
  • No
• * 10. Do you have current First Aid Certification? If yes, please specify the type. If no, please enter n/a.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * 11. Do you have any coaching/teaching certifications? If yes, please specify the type. If no, please enter n/a.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * 12. Do you have previous experience leading and/or assisting with youth programs/camps?
  • Leading
  • Assisting
  • Leading & Assisting
  • None of the above

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
Optional Documents
• References with Contact Information
• Transcripts and/or Credentials
• Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Sector Verification