Date Posted: June 16, 2026

Position Title: School Age Team Leader

Location: YMCA Smithers School Age Care (3659 Third Ave, Smithers BC V0J2N3)

Term: Permanent, Full-Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Shift: Monday - Friday rotating shifts between the hours of 7:00am - 9:30am and 1:00pm - 5:30pm. Flexible to operational needs on Full Day programs

Start Date: August 25, 2025

Salary: $24.82 per hour

Reports To: Supervisor

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 employment terms

Nature & Scope

Work is moderately complex and generally performed with limited direction. Requires initiative and independent judgment in completing work. Problem resolution requires the application of standard procedures or the adaptation of established methods. There are no budget responsibilities.

Our YMCA Kids Club before and after school care programs provide a safe, fun environment that encourages children to try new things. We are looking for passionate, energetic, flexible, caring and responsible individuals to work with school age children before and/or after school. YMCA Team Leaders are dedicated to leading team of Kids Club Activity Leaders and volunteers.

Responsibilities:

• Supervises and supports employees and volunteers to achieve excellence in service delivery.
• Provides orientation and training to new employees and volunteers.
• Provides ongoing coaching and feedback to employees and volunteers.
• Assists with the development and implementation of program plans and materials, ensuring compliance with Association/legislative requirements and YMCA Canada’s National School Age Curriculum; A Place to Connect.
• Completes administrative requirements within required timelines and in accordance with Association/legislative requirements.
• Develops and maintains relationships with stakeholders to meet program requirements.
• Communicates with program participants and/or stakeholders to ensure service delivery standards are being met.
• Participatesin and supports Association-wide initiatives and fundraising events.
• Acts as an advocate for and ambassador of the Association.
• Ensures staff/child ratios are met at all times.
• Ensures compliance with all YMCA Policies & Procedures and Child Care Facilities Licensing Requirements.
• Notifies Manager of equipment and facility deficiencies and maintenance requirements.
• Participates in team leader meetings and ongoing professional development.
• Purchase materials and supplies within spending limitations.
• Acts as a communications link between direct reports and management team.

Qualification**-you bring:**

• Must be at least 19 years of age

• Experience working with children 5 – 12

• Emergency First Aid and CRC – C & AED

• 20 hours of training in Child Development, Child Guidance and/or Nutrition an asset

• 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 bc.ymca.ca.

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: Ongoing

• 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 need to provide preference to internal applicants first. We treat each competition independently and encourage you to keep applying should your experience and qualification be a match for the role.

Does this role sound like a great fit, but you don’t meet every requirement? At YMCA BC, we understand that qualifications and experiences vary. If this opportunity interests you, we encourage you to apply—even if your background doesn’t perfectly match every qualification.

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.

Thank you for your interest and application.