Recreation Program Coordinator

BGC Okanagan•Central Okanagan, BC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Recreation Program Coordinators plan and deliver high-quality recreation programs for children aged 7–13. They coordinate daily activities, adventure days, and excursions throughout the Okanagan, ensuring programs run safely, smoothly, and engagingly for participants. You’ll inspire confidence, spark new skills, and create lasting memories for the young people in your community.

Requirements

Diploma in a related human/social service field
Three (3) years of recent related experience including one (1) year supervisory or administrative experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Demonstrated teamwork, leadership, and supervisory skills.
First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain
Class 5 Drivers Licence and willingness to obtain Class 4
Successfully completion of the Agency screening process, including criminal record check
Legally entitled to work in Canada (Canadian citizens, permanent residents and refugees in Canada with legal status)

Responsibilities

Oversee the day-to-day operations of assigned recreation programs.
Develops, implements, coordinates, and evaluates plans and programs designed to ensure that the needs of children, youth, and families are met.
Ensures that program standards, guidelines and policies of BGCO are maintained and that all licensing requirements are met.
Assists with the recruitment of program staff and volunteers including conducting interviews, selection, hiring, and orientation.
Authority for the day-to-day direction, performance feedback of program staff and volunteers. Addresses staff workplace issues and assists in resolving workplace disputes.
Ensures that accurate program and client records are maintained, and that confidentiality is a priority.
Responsible for the co-ordination of quality and diverse programming. Works closely with the Manager on program development, procedures, and evaluations.
Liaises with community service providers and other professionals to coordinate service provision, facilitate referrals to the program and represent the organization and program in external events.
Manages program budgets.
Maintains related records and statistics and produces reports as required.
Ensures effective communication with staff and families.