Location: 1 Jim Flaherty St., Whitby, ON
Assignment: Full-time, Salaried
Pay Rate: $70,000 per annum. We also offer 100% employer paid benefits and CAA membership, a flexible work environment, and access to our superb sport, fitness, and recreational facilities.
Start Date: September 2026
Openings: 1
You Belong!
We exist to unlock potential through accessibility and to create a better, barrier-free life for all Canadians. We strive to achieve this by reimagining accessibility, redefining the way Canadians live, work and play, and by co-designing innovative solutions that address the needs of our community. To be successful, our organization values being person-centred, genuine, flexible, innovative, and collaborative.
As an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, we welcome and encourage applications from all persons, including but not limited to persons with disabilities, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation, and newcomers. We provide variations and accommodations at all stages of employment and are committed to improving our process to be more accessible and equitable.
We understand that no one will ever meet all the qualifications or feel completely confident in performing every duty listed, and that’s okay! We are committed to the ongoing learning and development of our employees and gladly provide on-the-job training and mentorship. Unless it says required (bolded for emphasis), please do not let any other qualification or duty discourage you from applying.
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The Position:
Reporting to the Director, Sport and Recreation, the Manager, Sport Performance will provide expertise in Long-Term Athlete Development (L.T.A.D), and the design and delivery of integrated sport performance systems, including athlete monitoring and performance optimization.
This role will be responsible for the development, implementation, and ongoing evaluation of sports specific programs across the Abilities Centre. Working collaboratively with Program Leads, the Manager, Sport Performance will lead the creation and execution of sports performance strategies for both individual athletes and teams across Able-Bodied, Para, and Special Olympic sports streams supporting inclusive, high quality, and progressive performance environments.
What You’ll Do:
Academy for Student Athlete Development (A.S.A.D)
- You will oversee all Technical Sport Streams, including supervision of coaches and trainers, development and alignment of sport specific program plans, as well as athlete performance tracking, reporting, and testing for both A.S.A.D locations in Whitby and London, Ontario
- You will oversee Strength and Conditioning for both A.S.A.D locations, including but not limited to:
- Designing and overseeing periodized strength and conditioning programs aligned with L.T.A.D stage and competition calendar
- Developing and implementing athlete monitoring systems, including performance KPIs and long-term athlete development tracking
- Supervising and supporting Strength and Conditioning staff
- You will standardize student athlete data collection and testing protocols and manage the reporting and communication with families at both A.S.A.D locations
- You will manage relationships with local sports clubs, and provincial and national sport organizations for both A.S.A.D locations
- You will create and manage the Integrated Support Team (I.S.T) curriculum and delivery, which includes but is not limited to nutrition, mental performance, recovery and injury management for both A.S.A.D locations
- You will work with the Senior Coordinators for each A.S.A.D location on the scheduling and delivery of day-to-day Strength and Conditioning, Technical Sport Streams, and I.S.T sessions
- You will act as an additional supervisor within the school day to assist with ratio for A.S.A.D Durham
- You will support program and revenue growth in collaboration with the rest of the A.S.A.D department
Sports Team Training
- You will lead the development and support the implementation of Sports Team Training as a core Abilities Centre service, establishing scalable, high-quality performance offerings for external teams and organizations, including but not limited to:
- Designing sport specific performance programs and frameworks, including facility-based training packages, strength and conditioning programs, and I.S.T service options
- Creating strength and conditioning programs in alignment with L.T.A.D, ensuring consistency and quality across age groups, sports, and performance levels
- Building internal capacity by creating and delivering education training and mentorship programs for Personal Training staff to effectively implement Sports Team Training sessions, in collaboration with the Senior Coordinator, Fitness and Wellness
- Establishing performance monitoring and testing protocols, including using the Helinski University Research (H.U.R) system, in collaboration with the Senior Manager, Member Experience
- Creating a marketing strategy in collaboration with the Marketing and Communications department and Senior Manager, Member Experience
Parasport
- You will support the development and implementation of a Parasport Strategy in collaboration with the Senior Coordinator, Sport and Recreation
- You will create relationships with national, provincial, and local Parasport groups, and support the Senior Coordinator, Sport and Recreation in stewarding those relationships to grow the Parasport strategy and programming
- You will support high performance pathways for Para-athletes aligned with provincial and national standard, and design and implement I.S.T packages to enhance Parasport offerings
Cross-Departmental Collaboration and Support
- You will work with the Program Leads in implementing trainer evaluations to determine areas of improvement and to ensure programs are meeting objectives
- You will support the Program Leads and the Research Department in implementing program evaluations to gather participant, parent, and coach feedback, to determine areas of improvement and to ensure programs are meeting program objectives
- You will foster a work environment that values and encourages teamwork, inclusion, and accountability
- You will cultivate a genuine, person-centred environment through exceptional customer service
- You will establish rapport and maintain effective relationships with staff, volunteers, funders, and community partners
What You Bring:
Education and Knowledge.
- You have post-secondary education in Kinesiology, Sport, Physical Education, Physiology, Biomechanics, or related field
- You have experience in program administration, delivery, and evaluation
- You have experience working with high performance and/or student athletes; personal experience as a high-performance athlete is an asset
- You have experience working with provincial or national sport organizations in athlete and/or high-performance system development
- You have experience working with Able-Bodied, Para, and Special Olympic athletes
- You have experience implementing athlete monitoring systems and can interpret and communicate performance data
- You have a strong knowledge of the Long-Term Athlete Development (L.T.A.D) and its application to student athletes
- You are proficient in Microsoft 365 and have knowledge of ACTIVENet or similar recreation management software
- You are required to have a current and relevant professional certification credentialed by an independent accreditation agency
- Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (C.S.C.S) is considered an asset.
Empathy and Collaboration.
- You exhibit a high level of emotional intelligence and cultural sensitivity
- You are dedicated to a participant experience that exceeds expectations, and inspire confidence, resilience, and self-esteem in staff, volunteers, students, and partners through respect, acceptance, and focus on strengths and achievements
- You have exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills with a proven ability to establish rapport with people of diverse backgrounds
- You can make connections with peers, leaders, and stakeholders, and can work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams
- You are an effective team player and leader with a positive attitude whose interactions demonstrate accountability, authenticity, and collaboration
- You have a positive attitude, interact well with clients, participants, and fellow employees, and foster an environment that values and encourages teamwork and empowerment
Communication and Organization.
- You have exceptional oral and written communication skills and are comfortable presenting to large group in a variety of settings with varied audiences
- You have effective planning, organizing, and time management skills to manage multiple demands.
- You are self-motivated and results-oriented, and you demonstrate initiative and contribute to a work environment that values and encourages innovation
Administrative Requirements.
- It is required that you have a current, clear vulnerable sector check (V.S.C)
- It is required that you have a current, valid First Aid and C.P.R C / A.E.D.
- You have access to reliable transportation for travel, possess a valid driver’s license, and are flexible regarding work schedule.
How to Apply:
- Please visit our website www.abilitiescentre.org/employment
- Deadline to apply is Friday, August 7, 2026
