Program Leader, Recreation

2 weeks ago

Kelowna, Canada Boys & Girls Clubs of the Okanagan Full time $20

Program Leader, Recreation



Date Posted: November 25, 2024

Competition Number: 192-24/25

Location: Kelowna (Rutland & Martin Avenue Clubs), BC

BGC Okanagan is hiring Program Leader for our Recreation Program. The Program Leader is responsible for the development and implementation of the Recreation Program for Children and Youth ages 6 - 13 years which includes Physical Activity, Creative Arts, Leadership, Community Outings and Fun Step into a world where every day is an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children and their families

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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:

  • Develop, implement, and participate in quality and diverse recreational, social, and/or educational programming activities in cooperation with the Programming Team.
  • Orients new families and members to the program and club.
  • Oversees the day-to-day delivery of the assigned program.
  • Provide direct supervision of members, and ensures their health, safety, and wellness.
  • Engage in and encourage member participation in programming activities. Encourages regular member attendance.
  • Creates a safe and engaging environment in which the members can interact.
  • Ensure that equipment and the facility are clean, well-maintained, and safe at all times.
  • 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 with appropriate resources.
  • Use Club vans to transport members to various sites if required.
  • Provides group and/or individual behaviour management and support.Ensures Agency Policies and Procedures, Program Operating Standards, WCB standards, Community Care Licensing Regulations, Risk Management requirements and general safety standards are met and followed by all staff at all times.


Qualifications:

  • A diploma, certificate and/or relevant experience working with children in recreation, education or other social services.
  • Current First Aid and Foodsafe certificate or willingness to obtain
  • Class 4 Driver License or willingness to obtain an assetSuccessful completion of Agency screening including a Criminal Record Check

Hours: Casual hours available

Rate of Pay: $19.82 per hour plus benefits

Closing Date: Open until filled


As an equal opportunity employer, BGC Okanagan is committed to the prioritization of equitable and inclusive employment practices. Our goal is to be representative of the communities we serve, and we encourage applications from communities which are structurally marginalized based on race, disability, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, nationality, social or ethnic origin, gender identity and/or expression. If any candidate needs any accessibility support throughout the hiring process, we will accommodate such requests when made.

We appreciate and thank all applicants for their interest, however only short-listed candidates will be contacted .

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