Manager, Family Programs (Temporary)

Manager Family Programs (Temporary)

Date Posted: June 1 2026

Competition Number: 57-26/27

Location: Kelowna BC (Travel throughout the Okanagan region is required)

Join BGC Okanagan as a Temporary Family Programs Manager!

The Family Programs Manager provides leadership and oversight for the day-to-day operations of multiple family and community-based programs. This role is responsible for program planning and delivery staff supervision and development budget management community engagement and the effective administration of program resources. The Manager ensures programs operate in alignment with organizational policies funding requirements regulatory standards and strategic priorities. Working collaboratively with staff community partners and senior leadership the Family Programs Manager fosters a positive team culture promotes high-quality service delivery and supports responsive inclusive programming that meets the evolving needs of children youth and families.

This position requires travel throughout the Okanagan region including travel between BGC Okanagan Club locations in Armstrong Kelowna Penticton and Oliver.

This is a temporary 12-month position to provide maternity leave coverage from August 2026 through August 2027.

Heres what we offer when you join our team:

• A positive supportive team culture where your contributions are valued
• Ongoing paid professional development to enhance your skills and advance your career
• Childcare discounts to help your family thrive
• Paid sick leave and vacation to help you recharge when needed
• A comprehensive benefits plan

So what are you waiting for Come join a team that trusts values and appreciates YOU. Your adventure begins here becauseOpportunity Changes Everything!

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for multiple family programs ensuring high-quality safe and responsive services for children youth and families.
• Ensures Agency Policies and Procedures Program Operating Standards 4 Core Programming Areas WCB standards CARF Risk Management requirements and general safety standards are always met and followed by all staff.
• Lead and support program staff through coaching performance management professional development and employee engagement initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community partners stakeholders and local agencies to enhance and expand services.
• Involved in writing grants and funding proposals to support program delivery
• Support program planning development implementation and evaluation to ensure programs meet community needs and align with organizational goals.
• Monitor program quality compliance risk management and operational standards ensuring adherence to agency policies and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to organizational leadership strategic planning and continuous improvement as a member of the Operational Leadership Team.
• Oversee assigned program budgets monitor revenues and expenses and support financial sustainability through effective resource management.
• Promote family engagement and community awareness through effective communication collaboration and outreach initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Degree or diploma in a related human service social services or an equivalent combination of education and experience working collaboratively with community agencies and local governments to support children youth and families.
• Experience and/or knowledge of family support programs counselling practices and psychological principles.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership team-building and collaborative working skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word Excel PowerPoint and Publisher.
• Experience in program development implementation and evaluation is considered an asset.
• Successful completion of all agency screening requirements including a Criminal Record Check.
• Class 5 drivers licence and reliable vehicle

Hours: 35 hours per week: Monday to Friday may include occasional evenings and weekends

Rate of Pay: $65081.00 per annum

Closing Date: July 25 2026

As an equal opportunity employer BGC Okanagan is committed to the prioritization of equitable and inclusive employment practices. Our goal is to be representative of the communities we serve and we encourage applications from communities which are structurally marginalized based on race disability age sex religion sexual orientation nationality social or ethnic origin gender identity and/or expression. If any candidate needs any accessibility support throughout the hiring process we will accommodate such requests when made. You will only be considered for a position with BGC Okanagan if youre legally entitled to work in Canada. Eligible applicants include: Canadian citizens permanent residents and refugees in Canada with legal status.

We appreciate and thank all applicants for their interest however only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Required Experience:

Manager