Job Posting: Children's Services Coordinator (Maternity Leave Contract)

Location: BGC Toronto Kiwanis Club - 101 Spruce Street, Toronto

Contract Duration: 12-18 months (Maternity Leave Replacement)

Start Date: September 22, 2026

Salary: $45,000 plus paid advantages, two weeks of paid vacation, ten sick/personal days

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, primarily Monday-Friday, with limited weekend and evening shifts to support program events. All work is in-person.

Posting Period

August 21, 2026, to September 2, 2026

Closing Date

September 4, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.

About the Role The Children's Services Coordinator, under the direction of the Manager of Programs & Services, will be the first point of contact for inquiries about After School Program Services. You will ensure smooth administrative workflows and help achieve the operational goals of Children's and Youth Services. This role involves planning, implementing, evaluating, and administering programs for children aged 6-13, while maintaining strong community and member relations.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the development, planning, implementation, evaluation, and administration of programs for children aged 6-13, including after-school, school breaks, and holiday camps

Coordinate with the Manager of Programs & Services on short and long-term plans for Children's Services

Support the Manager by recommending changes to policies, procedures, and programs

Hire, train, supervise, and support part-time and contract staff

Maintain program registration and statistical information for funding reports





Provide support to children and families in Club programs

Implement behaviour management techniques as needed

Stay involved in the professional field to interpret trends and support agency changes

Develop and maintain strong member and community relations

Serve on community committees as assigned

Provide leadership in staff training, including identifying needs, developing resources, implementing, and evaluating training

Manage performance of staff working with children in various programs

Ensure compliance with agency purpose and all applicable legislation and regulations (including High Five)

Submit monthly reports as required

Adhere to the Children's Services budget

Act as a positive role model, instilling agency values in children, youth, and staff

Serve as the initial point of contact for inquiries about Children's Services

Monitor phone calls and emails, responding appropriately and promptly

Ensure all systems and administrative workflows support department goals

Schedule tours, coordinate intakes, referrals, screening, and member billing

Participate in fundraising and public relations initiatives

Other duties as assigned

Requirements

College diploma in Social Services,



Child & Youth Work, Recreation, or a related field (required)

University degree in Social Services or a related field (preferred)

CPR, First Aid, and High Five Principles of Healthy Child Development certification

Minimum 2 years' experience leading social recreational programs for children/youth, including experience with racialized and marginalized young people

Ability to work with children and youth ages 6-13

Solid understanding of behaviour management techniques and child development

Basic knowledge of relevant legislation

Proven ability to plan, organize, and implement age-appropriate activities and programs

Good knowledge of Toronto and surrounding communities

Strong morals and ethics, commitment to confidentiality/privacy

Ability to work independently and make decisions in pressing/emergency situations

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Valid Ontario Driver's License is an asset

Work Conditions

Interact with young people aged 6-24, volunteers, coworkers, and community

Exposure to possible diseases and infection

Additional hours may be required

Travel to downtown Toronto required

Manual dexterity required for computer use

Lifting/moving up to 50 lbs may be required

Ability to attend and conduct presentations as needed

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

BGC Toronto Kiwanis is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse communities we serve.

📌 Children's Services Coordinator (Winnipeg)
🏢 BGC Toronto Kiwanis formerly Toronto Kiwanis Boys and Girls Club
📍 Winnipeg