The YMCA of Southern Interior BC (SIBC) is a charitable association dedicated to strengthening the foundations of community. Y programs provide experiences to over 30,000 individuals annually in the areas of health, fitness & recreation, childcare, day camping, employment and community health.
Join our Employment and Education Services team at the Y and help to transform the lives of young people and families in the Central Okanagan.
If the following sounds like meaningful work, then this job might be for you!
- To provide strategic leadership in the development and delivery of employment and life/school based services to Central Okanagan
- To ensure all Federal/Provincial requirements and standards, YMCA Policies and Procedures, and legal requirements are met
- To track program results, complete and submit progress reports, and complete program evaluations
- Monitor overall program budgets as required
- To work in partnership and maintain positive working relationships with key stakeholders including YMCA staff and volunteers, Employment Service providers, community agencies, and public partners
- To coach, develop and support staff to achieve excellence in service orientation
- To participate in the hiring, orientation, and performance development of all direct reports
- To assist in the hiring, orientation, and performance development of other staff as required
- To provide strategic leadership in the development and delivery of employment and education programs
- To perform other related duties as required and be flexible to a changing work environment
- Achieve program excellence in the pursuit of strategic objectives and long-term goals
- Adopt a culture of Philanthropy that includes relationship building and service to others
We'd love to hear with people with:
- Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma in a related field (e.g. Employment Services/Career Development, Social Work, Youth & Adult life skills building)
- Minimum 5 years’ experience working with youth and adults in employment programs
- Direct management and supervisory experience leading staff in a employment service or community program setting.
- Experience with developing community-based programming and working in collaboration with other community agencies and service providers
- Strong business writing skills, including experience with reporting and business plans
- Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolutions skills
- Demonstrated ability to make sound judgements and decisions; effective prioritizing and problem solving skills
- Ability to be flexible, adaptable and multi-task in a high demand environment
- Ability to work independently, take initiative and manage time effectively in a fast paced changing environment
- Administrative experience, background in customer service, computers and general office procedures
- Vehicle required
Competencies:
- Commitment to Mission, Vision and Values: Demonstrates and promotes a personal understanding of and appreciation for the mission, vision, and values of the YMCA of Southern Interior BC.
- Service Orientated: Deliberately identifies and creates opportunities to enhance each and every individual's YMCA experience. Creates action plans to resolve any service gap areas.
- Relationship Building and Collaboration: Builds positive interactions, listens attentively, and communicates effectively to create an open communication environment. Share information, best practices, and resources with colleagues.
The YMCA’s Commitment to Trust, Safety, and Equality:
As part of a trusted charitable organization, you can expect to receive excellent services and safety training throughout your YMCA career. As the first step in your journey, you will be required to:
- Provide 3 references of a professional nature (Ex. employer, supervisor, colleague, teacher, coach, etc.)
- Provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Sector Search issued no later than six (6) months preceding your start date. The YMCA will provide applicable instructions and paperwork.
The YMCA of Southern Interior BC is an equity employer and encourages applications from all individuals who may contribute to the diversity of our workplace. This includes persons with diverse abilities, persons of colour and ethnicity, Indigenous persons (First Nations, Metis, and Inuit), and people of all sexual orientations and genders.
Application deadline: June 29, 2026
