LEAD ACTIVITY WORKER
South Pembina Club & Aniibiminan (Dalhousie) Club

Full-Time | 35 Hours/Week | Mondays-Fridays 1:30pm-9:00pm |$35,490 annually
Apply by November 2, 2026

Make a Difference Every Day

Do you enjoy working with children and youth? Are you creative, active, and passionate about helping young people build confidence and reach their full potential? At BGC Winnipeg, you will create safe, welcoming spaces where children and youth can connect, learn new skills, and build positive relationships.

For over 50 years, BGC Winnipeg has provided free programs and services that help young people overcome barriers, discover their strengths, and experience a sense of belonging.

What You Will Do

· Plan and lead engaging activities and programs for children and youth ages 6-18

· Build positive relationships with children and youth

· Facilitate arts, recreation, sports, life skills and leadership activities

· Support a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment

· Prepare snacks and meals for participants

· Purchase and organize program supplies

· Drive participants on field trips and outings

· Mentor Activity Workers and volunteers

· Respond appropriately to incidents and sensitive situations

Who You Are

You are an enthusiastic and dependable leader who enjoys working with children and youth and creating positive experiences that build confidence, skills, and a sense of belonging. Ideally you have experience working in the Fort Richmond community and are passionate about creating inclusive, welcoming spaces for young people. You enjoy arts and creative programming while also being comfortable leading sports and recreational activities. With strong communication, relationship-building, and group facilitation skills, you are adaptable, organized, safety-focused, and committed to helping youth reach their full potential.

Required Skills & Qualifications

BGC Winnipeg recognizes that lived experience, cultural knowledge, and community connections can be just as valuable as formal education





· Experience working with children and youth ages 6-18 within a cross-cultural setting

· Knowledge of youth issues and community resources

· Robust relationship-building and mentoring skills

· Ability to plan and lead engaging activities and programs

· Effective group facilitation and behaviour management skills

· Sound judgment and problem-solving abilities

· Strong organizational and time management skills

· Has a strong commitment to social justice, EDIA, truth and reconciliation, and creating safe inclusive spaces for young people

· Experience mentoring staff or volunteers

· Knowledge of other languages is considered an asset

· Class 5F Manitoba Driver’s License

· Willingness to obtain a Class 4 License within six months of hire

What We Offer

· Extended Health, Dental and Vision Benefits

· RRSP Matching Program

· Paid Time Off and Health Days

· Meaningful work that impacts young people’s lives

· Supportive team environment

· Paid training and opportunities for growth and development

Additional Requirements

A current (within past 6 months) Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) and Child Abuse Registry Check are required as conditions of employment and before commencing work.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected] and include Lead Activity Worker in the subject line. Application deadline: November 2, 2026. We thank all who apply, however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

BGC Winnipeg is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities that we serve. We strongly encourage First Nations, Metis, Inuit, visible minorities, 2SLGBTQIA+, persons with lived experience, and persons with disabilities to apply. Accommodations are available for candidates taking part in any part of the selection process.

Pay: $35,490.00 per year

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Licence/Certification:

- Class 5F License (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Lead Youth Activity Worker (Fort Richmond)
🏢 BGC Winnipeg (Boys and Girls Club of Winnipeg)
📍 Fort Richmond