Program Coordinator, Youth Drop-In (TERM)

Program Coordinator, Youth Drop-In (TERM)

Date Posted: May 1, 2026

Competition Number: 25-26/27

Location: West Kelowna, BC (Westside Youth Centre)  

BGC Okanagan is hiring a temporary, full-time Program Coordinator for our Youth Drop-In Program at the Westside Youth Centre.

The Youth Drop-In Program supports young people by providing a fun, safe environment, meeting basic needs, and offering engaging activities. This temporary position runs from June 1, 2026, to July 6, 2027, or until the return of the incumbent.

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 youth and families are met.


• Ensures that program standards, guidelines and policies of BGCO are maintained and that all 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.


• Manages program budgets.


• Ensures effective communication with staff and participants.

Qualifications:

• Three (3) years recent related experience including one (1) year supervisory or administrative experience or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.


• Diploma in a related human/ social service field.


• First Aid certification and Food Safe certification or willingness to obtain


• Class 4 Driver's Licence


• Successful completion of the Agency screening process, including criminal record check

Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 1:00pm-8:00pm

Wage: $26.19 per hour

Closing Date: May 15, 2026

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.