Youth Programs Site Lead - Development & Evaluation

TCHC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 27,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

TCHC is seeking a Site Lead for the Program Development & Evaluation team in Toronto to guide a youth program for ages 6-12. You will supervise staff, manage site operations, and ensure engaging, quality programming in a welcoming, inclusive environment.

Responsibilities include planning weekly activities, coordinating events, coordinating with vendors, and maintaining clear communications with parents and the Program Coordinator. This temporary role runs until December 31, 2026.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Post-Secondary education in Community Development, Social Work, Child and Youth work or related field is considered an asset.
• Experience supervising and coaching staff in recreational settings is required.
• Experience working with parents and other stakeholders.
• Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) cleared.
• First Aid qualifications or willingness to obtain before start date.
• High 5 Training is an asset.
• Experience overseeing community-based programs in high-needs/priority neighbourhoods; experience with BIPOC communities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; proficient with Word/Excel/Google Suite; comfortable learning new software.

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for program site operations, staff supervision, participants, and programming implementation.
• Conduct daily program audits and adjust plans to meet staff and participant needs.
• Assign tasks to staff, monitor completion, and provide coaching as needed.
• Oversee petty cash and purchasing of supplies.
• Coordinate community events with facilitators and guest speakers.
• Prepare progress reports and action plans for Programme Coordinator.
• Ensure schedules are planned two weeks in advance and approved.
• Plan excursions requiring transportation and manage offsite activities.
• Liaise with site vendors and ensure proper setup in HOMES system.
• Create community engagement initiatives and map local resources for campers.
• Respond to parent communications and deliver site newsletters.
• Provide direct programming when staff are short; support coaching in sports activities.
• Lead weekly staff meetings and debriefs to ensure resource availability.
• Develop resources to assist staff and perform other assigned duties.

Skills

Staff supervision

Verbal & written communication

Fast-paced work

Problem solving

Microsoft Word/Excel/Google Suite

Education

Post-secondary education (or pursuing) in Community Development/Social Work/Child & Youth work/related field

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Google Suite

Job description

TCHC is seeking a Site Lead for the Program Development & Evaluation team in Toronto to guide a youth program for ages 6-12. You will supervise staff, manage site operations, and ensure engaging, quality programming in a welcoming, inclusive environment.

Responsibilities include planning weekly activities, coordinating events, coordinating with vendors, and maintaining clear communications with parents and the Program Coordinator. This temporary role runs until December 31, 2026.