Posted 12 days ago
Senior Program Leader
@ BGC Okanagan
Vernon, British Columbia
Overview
BGC Okanagan is hiring a part-time Senior Program Leader for its After School Program at the Ellison Elementary Club in Vernon, BC. The role runs the program day to day, supervises staff and volunteers, and acts as the Licensed Manager under child care licensing regulations. The posting states 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 12pm to 6pm (extended during school breaks), at $23.98 per hour.
Pay:
$23.98 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily operations of an assigned after school program
- Supervise, mentor and lead activity leaders and volunteers
- Act as Licensed Manager under child care licensing regulations
- Provide behaviour management and support to children
- Create the program activity calendar for members and families
Requirements summary:
- Diploma or 20 hours of coursework in child development, guidance, health, safety or nutrition
- One year of recent experience working with children or youth
- Valid First Aid and Food Safe certificates
- Class 4 driver's licence or willingness to obtain
- At least 19 years of age
- Clear criminal record check through agency screening
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Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-25
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-26
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-26
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Social & community services |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 30 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | School |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | First Aid, Food Safe, Class 4 Driver's Licence |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | child development, guidance, health and safety, nutrition |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Employee discount, Childcare |
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BGC Okanagan
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Full company description
BGC Okanagan is a leading provider of programs to children and youth that support the healthy physical, educational and social development at 41 service Clubs located throughout the Okanagan valley. Each centre creates a safe, supportive environment where children and youth experience new opportunities, overcome barriers, build positive relationships and develop confidence and skills for life. Our programs focus on an individual’s strengths and capabilities, and all programs embrace the principles of equality and inclusion. We help young people grow healthy, happy and safely from birth to adulthood, and are a resource and support for parents throughout their family’s involvement with us. Vision All children and youth discover and achieve their dreams and grow up to be healthy, successful and active participants in society. Mission To provide a safe, supportive place where children and youth can experience new opportunities, overcome barriers, build positive relationships and develop confidence and skills for life.
- LinkedIn followers
- 868
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 113
- Reported office locations
- 1434 Graham St, Kelowna, British Columbia V1Y 3A8, CA
- 3300 37th Ave, Vernon, British Columbia V1T 2Y5, CA
- 1295 Manitoba St, Penticton, British Columbia V2A 4Z9, CA
- 9111 Peach Orchard Rd, Summerland, British Columbia V0H, CA
- 3385 Pleasant Valley Rd, Armstrong, British Columbia V0E1B1, CA
- 9870 Bottom Wood Lake Rd, Lake Country, British Columbia V4V 1T1, CA
- Business categories
- Training
- Education
- Non Profit
- Charity
- Other recorded names
- BGC Okanagan
- Specialties
- Childcare
- Recreation
- Youth Work
- Family Support
- After school care
- Youth Programs
- and Preschool
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 10,000
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
BGC Okanagan is a leading provider of programs to children and youth that support the healthy physical, educational and social development at 41 service Clubs located throughout the Okanagan valley. Each centre creates a safe, supportive environment where children and youth experience new opportunities, overcome barriers, build positive relationships and develop confidence and skills for life. Our programs focus on…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Non-profit Organizations |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | Kelowna, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 1959 |
| Specialties | ChildcareRecreationYouth WorkFamily SupportAfter school careYouth Programsand Preschool |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 44 |
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Senior Program Leader
Date: October 26, 2026
Competition Number: 213-26/27
Location: Ellison BGC – Vernon, BC
Join BGC Okanagan as a Senior Program Leader!
BGC Okanagan is seeking a part-time Senior Program Leader to join our After School Program at the Ellison Elementary Club in Vernon, BC. In this leadership role, you will oversee the day-to-day delivery of the program while supervising, mentoring, and supporting staff and children. You will help create a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.
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
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:
- 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 assist 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, 12pm-6pm(extended during school breaks)
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.
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