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Program Coordinator, VAWISS

Job in Kamloops, BC, Canada
Listing for: YMCA of Greater Vancouver
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-18
Job specializations:
  • Non-Profit & Social Impact
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 72000 - 75000 CAD Yearly CAD 72000.00 75000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Date Posted: January 26, 2026

Position Title: Program Coordinator, Violence Against Women Intervention and Support Services (VAWISS)

Location: Kamloops Transition House (400 Battle St, Kamloops, BC V2C 2L7)

Term: Permanent, Full-Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Shift: Monday
- Friday, with 13 weeks per year providing on-call support (24 hrs)

Start Date: As soon as possible

Salary: $72,000- $75,000 annually

Reports To: Manager, VAWISS

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

    The Program Coordinator is a key member of the VAWISS Leadership Team and plays a central role in ensuring the effective delivery, coordination, and continuous improvement of PEACE Child & Youth Counseling, STV Outreach, and Housing Outreach programs. The position provides day‑to‑day leadership to staff and volunteers, supporting trauma‑informed, high‑quality service delivery that aligns with YMCA BC policies, government contract requirements, and the needs of individuals and families accessing services.

    Working closely with the Manager, the Coordinator supports operational planning, monitors program delivery, evaluates outcomes, and implements improvements that enhance service impact. The role contributes to staff development through coaching, onboarding, participation in performance management processes, and providing guidance related to program standards and expectations. The Coordinator also assists with budgeting, financial administration, data collection and reporting, and ensures compliance with documentation and privacy.

    A significant component of this position involves crisis response and front‑line support, including debriefing, managing critical incidents, and working collaboratively with emergency services when required. The Coordinator may be scheduled for direct service shifts—primarily within the Transition House—to ensure continuity of care, provide operational coverage, and support clients and staff during high‑need situations.

    The role further contributes to community engagement by developing and maintaining strong relationships with local partners, agencies, and stakeholders. Through collaboration and outreach, the Coordinator helps strengthen service integration, community awareness, and access to VAWISS programs.

    Major Responsibilities- in this position, you will:

  • Provide day‑to‑day leadership and oversight for PEACE Child & Youth Counseling, STV Outreach, and Housing Outreach Services, ensuring programs deliver high‑quality, trauma‑informed support that aligns with YMCA BC policies, VAWISS standards, and government contract requirements.
  • Monitor and evaluate program delivery on an ongoing basis, identify service gaps, and implement improvements that enhance participant outcomes and overall program effectiveness.
  • Support the Manager with operational planning and administrative functions, ensuring consistent service delivery, accurate data collection, timely reporting to funders, and adherence to documentation, privacy, and confidentiality standards.
  • Contribute to human resources activities, including staff coaching, day‑to‑day support, recruitment assistance, onboarding, and participation in performance management processes for front‑line staff.
  • Assist with financial and resource planning to support program sustainability, including processing invoices, tracking expenditures, and contributing to fundraising or resource development efforts as needed.
  • Build and maintain collaborative relationships with community partners, agencies, and stakeholders to strengthen service coordination, increase program visibility, and support advocacy for individuals accessing VAWISS services.
  • Ability to participate in a 13-week on-call rotation each year; week-long coverage is 24 hrs/day, including weekends and statutory holidays. On

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