Kids + Youth Summer Program Leader

* please be advised, you must be between the age of 15-30 at the start of employment to qualify*

The scope of this position is twofold:

Create and manage all aspects of our weekly Kids and Youth Community programs.

Complete a community analysis for strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) to fill any needed gaps in community programming for kids and youth.

Demonstrates a commitment to growing in Christ.

Agreement with the statements of faith, vision and values of Bethany Community Church.

Compassion for children and teens and a strong desire to serve them.

Experience in serving children and students.

A current vulnerable sector police background check.

The Kids + Youth Program Leader will be directly accountable to the Pastor of Family Life.

Working in conjunction with and under the supervision of the Pastor of Family Life, this position is for 40 hours per week and will include:

Take the lead in the planning, promotion, implementation, and evaluation of our weekly summer program for kids, youth and their families. This includes Children and Youth programs, and a community program. Based on the SWOT analysis, expected programs could be:

Programs to help newcomers who are children and youth integrate into Canada

Children and Youth programs to help parents out during summer school break

Programs directly focused on helping youth who have left high school to get trained and invested in their community

Community Mental Health programs specifically geared towards youth and children with disabilities and mental health struggles

Ensure all Public Health guidelines and best practices are adhered to

Create an inclusive space for kids and teens to feel a sense of belonging, safety and well-being

Provide direct care for students and children

Manage a team of volunteers

Process and track kids and youth registration and attendance for follow-up care

Create and manage feedback loops to ensure program goals and outcomes are being met

36 hours per week, duration of 11 weeks
* starting June 29, 2026. Paid hourly wage.

* this position is contingent upon receiving government funding*

Please send your cover letter and resume to Kathleen Peirce, Executive Director of Operations ( ). Only successful applicants will be contacted for an interview.