Program manager Jobs in Gibsons, BC

Date Posted: October 17th 2025

Position Title: Supervisor, Early Years (Sunshine Coast)

Location: 3 Early Years programs in Sechelt, West Sechelt and Gibsons

Term:Permanent, Full-Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Shift:Monday to Friday, varied shifts

Start Date:As soon as possible

Salary: $60,000-62,500 annually (Plus, an additional $6/hour for Licensed ECE’s as per the ECE Wage Enhancement Initiative)

Reports To:Manager, Early Years

Benefits:

• Competitive vacation and paid sick time
• Free YMCA Gym Membership+ Y@Home
• Generous employer-matched pension plan
• Eligibility for Extended Medical and Dental Benefits
• Training and Professional Development Opportunities
• Extensive Employee assistance program
• Reduced childcare rates and priority placement for YMCA Staff
• Be part of a charitable organization that positively impacts the community

*Some benefits may vary based on region and employment terms

Nature & Scope

We are seeking a dynamic Supervisor, Early Childhood and Family Development to join our team. Reporting to the Manager, Early Childhood & Family Development, the Supervisor will provide leadership, guidance, and ongoing support to staff and volunteers working with children and families in licensed group childcare programs. The Supervisor will work as part of the YMCA Early Childhood and Family Development leadership team to ensure the delivery of quality programs and initiatives that contribute to individual, family, and community well-being.

Major Responsibilities- in this position, you will:

• Provide day-to-day leadership and support to 3 YMCA Child Care Programs with a focus on building a strong team
• Coach, develop, and support staff and volunteer teams to achieve excellence in service delivery
• Build and maintain positive relationships with families, and key stakeholders including licensing officers, community agencies, and other service providers
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality programs and services that meet Provincial Licensing Legislation and YMCA requirements and standards
• Provide leadership and direction to staff teams to ensure that the YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum and best practices are consistently maintained in the programs to support children’s development and learning
• Responsible for overseeing specific spending accounts, and supporting the Manager with following the program budget
• Manage and meet association commitments and targets with regard to the YMCA Strong Kids fundraising campaign, YMCA initiatives and other special projects
• Be an engaged and integral part of a cohesive management team, working to achieve the mission of the YMCA of Greater Vancouver
• Establish an environment that fosters cultural safety and inclusivity for staff, children, and families.
• Implementation of YMCA’s National Playing to Learn Curriculum
• Employee Engagement; create productive, collaborative, and successful staff teams
• Coach, Mentor, and Develop Team Leaders and Early Childhood Educators

Qualification-you bring:

• BC Early Childhood Educator certificate - IT and SN preferred
• 3 years of leadership experience
• Leadership of multiple staff teams in satellite locations
• Proven experience with stakeholder and partner engagement
• Excellent Communication skills both oral and written.
• Minimum five (5) years experience working with children and families in licensed group childcare programs
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and other applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook)
• Strong knowledge and experience of emergent curriculum such as YMCA Playing to Learn with evidence of successful implementation and ongoing consistency within programs
• Strong knowledge of child growth and development, family relations and family-centered practices
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible, adaptable and work in a high-demand environment
• Ability to make sound judgments and decisions; effective prioritizing and problem-solving skills
• Emergency First Aid and CPR-C & AED certificate required (to be obtained within 30 days after the start date)
• Successful candidate will be required to provide 3 satisfactory references
• Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record check with a Vulnerable sector search issued no later than six (6) months preceding the start date.

About YMCA BC:

By igniting belonging and championing health equity, YMCA BC strengthens the foundations of community. With over 3,000 employees and volunteers, YMCA BC serves 150,000 individuals of all ages, backgrounds and abilities across hundreds of service locations, from the Sunshine Coast to Fort St. John.

As a charity, YMCA BC promotes equitable access to healthier outcomes by providing vital programs and services to help address many of our communities' most pressing social issues, including health and wellness, affordable child care and camps, mental health, employment services and community health.

We believe there is potential inside all of us and envision vibrant, healthy and inclusive communities for all.

YMCA BC is firmly committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB). By taking an intersectional approach to our programs and services, the YMCA is committed to creating spaces and experiences where everyone feels safe, welcome, and like they belong. Learn more at .

Application Process-ready to make a difference?

We invite you to apply today and find your WHY!

Internal Applicants: Please apply online to this position through the ADP Workforce Now Career Centre. (Myself/Talent/Career Centre)

Application Deadline: Until Filled

Please include any and all relevant certifications in your online application.

You will receive an automated notification to confirm receipt of your application.

• If short-listed for a position: We will contact, you to move forward to the next step.
• If not selected for a specific posting: Continue applying for future positions matching your qualifications and interests.

Note: Depending on the role, we may be required to prioritize internal applicants. At YMCA BC, we approach each hiring process individually, recognizing that people bring diverse experiences and strengths. If this opportunity speaks to you, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every listed qualification. Your unique background might be just what we’re looking for. And if this role isn’t the right fit, we hope you’ll continue exploring future opportunities with us that align with your skills and aspirations.

YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People Services department.

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