Program Leader - Red Deer
4617 62 Street, Red Deer, Alberta, Canada, T2C 5K2
contract . April 8, 2026
Description
Job description:
Employment Environment
Working at Between Friends brings so much fun into your professional life! We are an organization that respects the need for a work-life balance! We are passionate about our employees' well-being. As an agency, we focus on bringing inclusive and accessible recreation and social programming to the people who mean the most to us, our members! We work to break down barriers and adapt to individual and communal needs. Between Friends creates opportunities for people with disabilities to connect, grow, and belong through social, recreational, and developmental activities.
Job Overview
Our W.E.S.O.A.R! (Weekend, Evening, Social Opportunities, Activities and Recreation) programs offer a variety of activities including, but not limited to, movies, bowling, swimming, music, hobbies, and so much more. W.E.S.O.A.R! Programs are offered at both static and non-static locations, ensuring you can find one that matches your interests and is convenient for you.As a Program Leader for our W.E.S.O.A.R! programs you will be responsible for the delivery of safe and inclusive social, recreation, and development opportunities in the community. With the support of Volunteers, you will provide exceptional care and supervision of program participants to ensure an outstanding experience and satisfaction in their activities. This position reports to the Program Coordinator, Red Deer.
Job Duties & Responsibilities :
- Follow all policies and procedures of Between Friends.
- Maintain confidentiality of participants’ personal information
- Attend all mandatory training opportunities and staff meetings as set by the Program Manager (1 training pre-program, 1 mid-session training)
- Ensure the safety and wellbeing of 8-10 participants during community programming by delivering engaging, inclusive activities that meet high standards of quality and safety.
- Responsible for program planning, budget and receipt tracking, and scheduling (program dependent).
- Provide accessible programming by adapting activities as needed to accommodate participant needs.
- Responsible for the medical safety of participants by administering medication and completing the appropriate documentation, as per the policy of Between Friends. Training will be provided.
- Provide support, leadership, and guidance to volunteers including 1-2 evaluations per session to offer feedback.
- Deescalate situations and apply appropriate skills to support all stakeholders during emergencies. Training will be provided.
- Identify and communicate with the appropriate person for specific concerns or updates.
- Maintain consistent communication with caregivers to support a positive experience for all participants.
- Report any issues regarding participant attendance or unusual behavior to the Program Coordinator.
- Share all feedback, including major concerns, staff issues, budget questions, and positive updates, with the Program Coordinator, Red Deer.
Time Requirements
- Program Leaders required to commit to at least one complete program session. W.E.S.O.A.R! Programs run for 8 to 12 weeks and are available during Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall sessions.
- One program has a weekly commitment of 3-5 hours (possibility of running multiple programs for successful candidates seeking more hours)
- Each program has administrative duties required outside of program time, these hours are paid and average to be about 1 hour per week
- A full day of training will be held on a Saturday before programs begin. Additionally, Leader Meetings will take place throughout the session on Monday evenings.
- Programs run Fridays and Saturdays.
Job Requirements
- Must be 18 years old
- Must pass a Screening Process including 2 personal reference checks and an Enhanced Canadian Criminal Record Check
- Must be able to provide proof of current Standard First Aid and CPR Level C
- Leaders must have their own cell phone for use during program hours, as required
- Ability to provide support to participants requiring lifts and transfers, medication administration, and personal care support. Training will be provided.
- Previous experience in the following would be considered an asset:
- Working with people with disabilities.
- Developing and implementing programming.
- Experience in managing crisis situations in a team setting.
At Between Friends, we value diversity and recognize that individuals come with a unique set of experiences that can contribute to our mission of providing quality social, recreation, and development opportunities so that people with disabilities can connect, grow, and belong. We believe that adding new ideas and diversity of thought to our teams is essential to our success.
Apply Today: If you’re ready to bring organization, creativity, and compassion to a team that is making a real difference, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us create communities where everyone can connect, grow, and belong.
Posting Close Date: This posting will be open until April 30, 2026. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Privacy and Hiring Process: We may use artificial intelligence (AI)–based tools to assist with parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications or resumes. These tools support, but do not replace human judgment, and all final hiring decisions are made by people. Personal information is collected, used, and disclosed in accordance with Alberta’s Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA).
If you require any accommodations during the recruiting process, please contact Khatie Ginn - Kginn@betweenfriends.ab.ca
Job Types: Part-time, Casual
Work Location: In person
Compensation
$16.00 - $18.00 per hour
