Exercise & Recreation Lead Full-Time
Job Location:
Summerland - Canada
Hourly Salary:
Posted:
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
Job Summary
- Compensation:$19.14-$22.97 per hour based on level of certification
- Paid vacation wellness and family responsibility days
- Extended health and dental benefits
- Annual Y pension of 5% (after 2 years)
- Reporting to: Community Programs Manager
- Location:Giants Head YMCA - Summerland
- Schedule:Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 40 hours per week
The Exercise and Recreation Lead plays an important role in improving community health and wellness through accessible and inclusive programming. By creating opportunities for physical activity social connection recreation and lifelong learning you will help people build confidence improve well-being and strengthen their sense of belonging.
This position supports the YMCAs commitment to preventative health community engagement and equitable access to services. Every program you deliver contributes to stronger healthier and more connected communities across the South Okanagan.
You will plan coordinate and deliver engaging health fitness recreation and community wellness programs that meet the diverse needs of participants.
- Plan and deliver fitness and wellness programs including specialized programming for older adults and senior populations.
- Design and facilitate inclusive recreation opportunities for children youth families and seniors.
- Adapt activities and programs to accommodate diverse abilities ages skill levels and participant needs.
- Lead community wellness initiatives such as social gatherings youth nights special events and fundraising activities.
- Plan coordinate and lead themed day camps for children and youth incorporating sports recreation health and lifestyle-focused activities.
- Build positive relationships with participants families schools community organizations and YMCA colleagues.
- Collaborate with staff and community partners to support program innovation outreach and community engagement.
- Monitor participation trends and gather participant feedback to continuously improve program quality and impact.
- Complete program administration including attendance tracking reporting maintaining participant records and utilizing point-of-sale and registration systems.
- Maintain a safe welcoming and supportive environment that reflects YMCA values of inclusion respect and belonging.
- Post-secondary education or training in a health fitness recreation or related field such as Kinesiology Recreation Personal Training or Group Fitness Instruction.
- Registration with an applicable professional governing body is considered an asset.
- Knowledge of exercise science nutrition chronic disease management healthy aging and program adaptations for diverse populations.
- Experience working with children youth families seniors or community groups in recreation fitness camp educational or community-based environments.
- Passion for public health preventative wellness and creating positive community outcomes.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage participants from diverse backgrounds.
- Basic digital proficiency including email scheduling software attendance tracking systems and point-of-sale platforms.
- Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.
- Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C with AED certification.
- You believe everyone deserves access to programs that support health wellness and community connection.
- You are energetic approachable and passionate about helping others achieve their goals.
- You create welcoming spaces where people feel valued included and empowered.
- You are adaptable and creative in responding to the unique needs of participants and communities.
- You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy building strong relationships with community partners and stakeholders.
- You are committed to lifelong learning and continuous improvement.
- Make a meaningful impact in the lives of children youth families and seniors.
- Help shape innovative community wellness spaces across the South Okanagan.
- Be part of an organization dedicated to strengthening communities through health belonging and social connection.
- Work alongside passionate colleagues who share a commitment to inclusion and community impact.
- Contribute to programs that create lasting positive effects on individual and community well-being.
- Three professional references.
- A satisfactory Criminal Record Check Check/Vulnerable Sector Search.
The YMCA will provide applicable instructions and paperwork. - Ability to occasionally support special events community initiatives and seasonal programming as needed.
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 Métis and Inuit) and people of all sexual orientations and genders.
Application Deadline: August 14 2026
About Company
On the surface, H2O is Kelowna's world-class waterpark and fitness facility. But those who dive in discover a welcoming centre of community focused on preventative health and child development.
