Recreation leader Jobs

Recreation Leader - Summer Job Role - South Okanagan
YMCA of Southern Interior BC —Penticton, BC
- $18.25 an hour
- Monday to Friday
- CPR Certification
- Working with children
- First Aid Certification
Quick apply
CSJ Recreation Program Leader
YMCA BC —Tumbler Ridge, BC
- $23.14 an hour
- Full-time
- Working with children
- First Aid Certification
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
Quick apply
10d
Leader, Recreation Service Delivery
City of Calgary —Calgary, AB
- $133,008–$166,260 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
8d
Recreation Leader 1
City of Burnaby —Burnaby, BC
- $31.58 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- First Aid Certification
- AED Certification
3d
recreation program leader
Gracie Barra Vancouver —Vancouver, BC
- $26 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Communication skills
- Dental care
- Life insurance
Recreation Leader
YMCA BC —Fort St. John, BC
- $18.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Childcare
- Customer service
- Communication skills
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14d
sports and recreation leader
Swell Tofino —Tofino, BC
- $31 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- English
- First Aid Certification
8d
recreation program leader
Century Star International Wild Adventure Club —Whitecourt, AB
- $22 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- No university degree
- Flexible schedule
10d
recreation leader
Maison Mimosa Inc —Thetford Mines, QC
- $19–$25 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- No university degree
13h
recreation leader
The Calgary Society of Community Opportunities —Calgary, AB
- $16.93–$20.26 an hour
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- English
- First Aid Certification
- Dental care
- Vision care
2d
Recreation Leader - Youth Services
City of Port Coquitlam —Port Coquitlam, BC
- From $27.49 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- High school diploma or GED
- First Aid Certification
6h
Recreation Program Leader
City of Kawartha Lakes —Lindsay, ON
- $20.93 an hour
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Office
- Working with children
13d
Activities Leader
EF Education First —Toronto, ON
- Part-time
- Bilingual
- Communication skills
recreation program leader
Cinema 5 Skatepark —Thunder Bay, ON
- $17.60 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- English
- First Aid Certification
3d
recreation program leader
Century Star International Wild Adventure Club —Whitecourt, AB
- Up to $22 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- English
- High school diploma or GED
Quick apply
13d
recreation program leader
Township of Conmee —Kakabeka Falls, ON
- $17.60 an hour
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- English
- First Aid Certification
Recreation Leader Summer Day Camp
CFMWS —Greenwood, NS
- $18.29–$19.93 an hour
- Bilingual
- CPR Certification
- English
- Language training provided
- Employee assistance program
9d
Children Recreation Leader
BGC Winnipeg (Boys and Girls Club of Winnipeg) —Winnipeg, MB
- From $35,490 a year
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- In-person
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
Quick apply
17h
leisure program leader
CLUB DE SOCCER LÉVIS-EST —Lévis, QC
- $55,000 a year
- Part-time
- English
- First Aid Certification
day camp leader
NSCECE —Halifax, NS
- $17.50 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- English
- First Aid Certification
10d
Program Area Leader – Recreation (Canada Summer Jobs)
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Okanagan —Vernon, BC
- $19.82 an hour
- Full-time
- Working with children
- First Aid Certification
- No university degree
Recreation Leader (Summer Camp)
CFMWS —Winnipeg, MB
- $18.39–$19.33 an hour
- Temporary
- Bilingual
- CPR Certification
- English
- Language training provided
- Employee assistance program
1d
day camp leader
NSCECE —Port Hawkesbury, NS
- $17.50 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- First Aid Certification
Recreation Program Leader
Glastonbury Community League —Edmonton, AB
- $16.25–$17.00 an hour
- Seasonal
- CPR Certification
- Working with children
- First Aid Certification
Quick apply
After School Program Leader
Rise Arts Company —Coquitlam, BC
- $20–$28 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- In-person
Quick apply

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Recreation Leader - Summer Job Role - South Okanagan

YMCA of Southern Interior BC
Penticton, BC

Quick apply

Job details

Permanent

Skills

CPR Certification
Working with children
First Aid Certification
Class 4 Licence
Communication skills

Full job description

Love working with kids and making summer memories? Recreation Leaders bring energy, connection, and impact. We’re looking for playful, dependable, big-hearted humans who want to have fun, grow their skills, and make a real difference in kids’ lives, one camp day at a time.

This incredible role is a temporary position for 9 weeks with 35-40 hours per week and the potential to continue into a permanent, part-time position. Flexible shifts are available during the week, Monday to Friday, from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm.

Applicants must meet Canada Summer Jobs eligibility requirements, including being between 15–30 years of age, legally entitled to work in Canada, and having a valid Social Insurance Number.

Are you ready to make a difference in children's lives and be part of an amazing team? Apply now to join us as a YMCA Rec Leader for Day Camp programs!

If the following sounds like a good day at work, this job might be for you!

Plan and lead safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate day camp activities for children ages 5–12, adapting as needed to camper needs and daily conditions.
Supervise campers to ensure their safety, well-being, and inclusion at all times.
Build positive relationships with children through encouragement, guidance, and role modelling.
Support children with diverse needs using a strengths-based and inclusive approach.
Observe, document, and support behaviour care plans in collaboration with the Program Supervisor.
Communicate effectively with children, parents/guardians, team members, and supervisors.
Participate in pre-summer training and ongoing coaching and feedback.
Assist with camp outings, special events, and community-based activities.
Maintain clean, organized program spaces and manage equipment and supplies.

We’d love to hear from people with:

Must be 19 years of age (as per provincial licensing standards) with Responsible Adult certification (20 hours of professional development in the area of: Health, Safety, and Nutrition; Child Development; or Guiding and Caring)
Experience working with children and youth with exceptionalities an asset.
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Passion to help children achieve their full potential through purposeful programming and implementation.
Valid First Aid Certificate with CPR level B or C (is an asset)
Valid class 4 operator's license (is an asset)
Eligibility that meets the Canada Summer Job Program requirements (https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/funding/canada-summer-jobs/youth/plan.html)

Competencies:

Commitment to Mission, Vision and Values: Demonstrates and promotes a personal understanding of and appreciation for the mission, vision, and values of the YMCA of Southern Interior BC.
Service Orientated: Deliberately identifies and creates opportunities to enhance each and every individual's YMCA experience. Creates action plans to resolve any service gap areas.
Relationship Building and Collaboration: Builds positive interactions, listens attentively and communicates effectively to create an open communication environment. Share information, best practices, and resources with colleagues.

The YMCA’s Commitment to Trust, Safety and Equality:

As part of a trusted charitable organization, you can expect to receive excellent services and safety training throughout your YMCA career. As the first step in your journey, you will be required to:

Provide 3 references of a professional nature (e.g. Employer, Supervisor or Colleague)
Provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check Check/Vulnerable Sector Search issued no later than six (6) months preceding your start date. The YMCA will provide applicable instructions and paperwork.

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 color and ethnicity, Indigenous persons (First Nations, Metis, and Inuit), and people of all sexual orientations and genders.

Application Deadline: May 29, 2026

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Responsible Adult
Child Protection Training
Criminal Record Check
YMCA Orientation

Preferred

Class 4 Driver's License
Emergency First Aid (CPR)

Behaviors

Preferred

Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Preferred

Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

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