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Youth Program Leader

Youth Program Leader

Douglas College • New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada
30+ days ago
Salary
CA$18.00 hourly
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description
JOB OPPORTUNITY

Position Information

Location New Westminster/Coquitlam Campus Salary Range
Salary Range: $18.00 to $25.00 per hour. Salary is based on education, experience and certifications.
The Opportunity
The Sports Institute at Douglas College is accepting ongoing applications for ourWinter (January 10 to March 8), Spring (March 16 - March 27) and Summer (June 22 to August 28) programs. The Youth Program Leader provides leadership, program delivery and supports the overall operational functions of the Sport Institute youth programs, activities and events. Reporting to the Manager, Athletics and Recreation Operations, this position receives daily direction and supervision from the Program Coordinator, Sports Institute.
WHO WE ARE
Do what you love. Be good at it. That's how Douglas College defines a great career. It's a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC's Top Employers. We love what we do. And we're looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada's best degree-granting colleges even better.


Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.
WHAT WE OFFER
We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.

    • Transit-accessible campuses
    • Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions
    • Competitive salaries
    • Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions
    • Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions
    • Professional Development opportunities
    • Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes

For more benefits information, click here !
WHAT IT TAKES
The Sports Institute at Douglas College is accepting ongoing applications for our Winter(January 10 to March 8), Spring (March 16 - March 27) and Summer (June 22 to August 28) programs. The Youth Program Leader provides leadership, program delivery and supports the overall operational functions of the Sport Institute youth programs, activities and events. Reporting to the Manager, Athletics and Recreation Operations, this position receives daily direction and supervision from the Program Coordinator, Sports Institute.

Collaborates with the Youth Program Coordinator to:

    • Support the organizing, coordinating and delivery of programs, activities and events;
    • Lead program activities;
    • Conduct operational and administrative responsibilities as directed;
    • Develop and implement camp lesson plans;
    • Support program, activity, and event set up/take down;
    • Adhere and uphold to College policies, procedures and department processes;
    • Ensure a safe and respectful environment for participants and staff;
    • Report incidents and accidents through established policies, procedures and processes in consultation with the Manager, Athletics and Recreation Operations and Director, Athletics and Recreation.

To be successful in this role you will need:

    • Post-secondary education, or combination of work/education experience;
    • Experience with youth programming is an asset;
    • CPR and First Aid training ( AED training is an asset);
    • Related industry training, certification, i.e. High Five, Coaching Canada Association, Early Childhood Development, Child and Youth Care, etc. is preferred;
    • Satisfactory completion of a Criminal Record check including a vulnerable sector check. A criminal record will not automatically result in your application for employment being denied.
Additional Information
The Sports Institute at Douglas College is accepting ongoing applications for ourWinter (January 10 to March 8), Spring (March 16 - March 27) and Summer (June 22 to August 28) programs. The Youth Program Leader provides leadership, program delivery and supports the overall operational functions of the Sport Institute youth programs, activities and events. Reporting to the Manager, Athletics and Recreation Operations, this position receives daily direction and supervision from the Program Coordinator, Sports Institute.

Recruitment and selection for these positions will be ongoing throughout the 25/26 year. Applicants need only to apply once to be considered for their preference of programs.

Camps will be held at both New Westminster and Coquitlam campuses, as well as several satellite locations such as Town Centre and Queens Park. Full-time, part-time and on-call positions will be available for all camp offerings and include half and full days. Work hours depend on availability but typically occur between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm Monday through Friday.

Camps requiring specific instructors include:

    • Sports (Badminton, Soccer, Table Tennis, Basketball, Baseball, Softball etc.,)
    • Computers (Coding, Design, Digi-Art, JavaScript, Video Game, etc.,)
    • Classroom (Creative Writing, Student Leadership)
    • Fine Arts (Acting, Cartooning, Drama, Improv, Dance, etc.,)

Posting Number 02594SA Position Title Youth Program Leader Anticipated Start Date 01/10/2026 End Date 08/28/2026 Needs a Criminal Records Check Yes

How To Apply

Open Date 08/07/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Maximum Number of References Minimum Number of References Equity Statement
Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable learning and working environment. In support of this journey, we welcome all people to apply, including people from groups that are experiencing inequity, including, but not limited, to Indigenous Peoples, racialized or persons of colour, persons with mental or physical disabilities, persons who identify as women, and/or persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and persons of all faith identities, age, marital status, and parental status.
Important Note
Criminal Record Checks will be required for all successful candidates.

At Douglas College, we believe in a personal touch and the importance of genuine interactions. Every application is carefully reviewed by a member of our team without the use of AI tools.
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