Program Leader

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Okanagan


Date: 6 hours ago
City: Kelowna, BC
Salary: CA$20.41 per hour
Contract type: Full time

Program Leader


Date Posted: October 6, 2025

Competition Number: 149-25/26

Location: Kelowna, BC

South Rutland Elementary

    Looking for a job that’s fun, flexible, and meaningful?
    Join BGC Okanagan as a Part-Time Program Leader supporting our School Aged Program in Rutland, Kelowna - the best place for kids to be when the bell rings!

    For over 60 years, we’ve created safe, engaging spaces where children can play, learn, and grow after school. Now’s your chance to be part of that impact!

    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:

    • Develop, implement, and participate in quality and diverse recreational, social, and/or educational programming.
    • Orients new families and members to the program and club.
    • Provide direct supervision of members, and ensure their health, safety, and wellness.
    • Mentors, guides and leads Activity Leaders within the program and activities.
    • Build relationships with the children, youth, and families within their designated programs. Establishes open communication with parents/caregivers.
    • Use Club vans to pick up members from school and transport to various sites if required.
    • Prepare nutritious snacks and meals for members
    • Provides group and/or individual behavior 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


    Qualifications:

    • Education in childcare and/or experience planning, implementing and evaluating childcare programs.
    • First Aid Certificate and Food Safe or willingness to obtain
    • Class 5 Driver’s License and/or willingness to obtain Class 4 DL as soon as possible for some roles
    • Must be at least 19 years of age as per licensing requirements
    • Successful completion of Agency screening including a Criminal Record Check

    Hours: 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm (during the school year)

    Rate of Pay: $20.41 per hour

    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. You will only be considered for a position with BGC Okanagan if you’re legally entitled to work in Canada. Eligible applicants include: Canadian citizens, permanent residents and refugees in Canada with legal status.

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

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