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Recreation Programmer

Ted Kuhn Towers

Regular Part-Time

Posting Date:	Location:	Wage:	Hours of Work:	Closing Date:
August 10, 2026	Surrey, BC	$29.08 Per Hour	21 per week	August 24, 2026

 

Options Community Services is a non-profit organization dedicated to delivering social services across the Southern Fraser region (Surrey, Delta, White Rock and Langley) from early childhood to seniors. Our comprehensive range of programs and services relies on collaborative relationships with individuals, businesses, community groups and government bodies to create focused, effective and responsive resources for the community.

At Ted Kuhn Towers, we are committed to enriching the lives of our residents through meaningful connection, activity, and a strong sense of belonging. As a Recreation Programmer, you will play a key role in designing and delivering a diverse range of activities, outings, and events that promote the physical, mental, and social well-being of our residents. If you're driven by the desire to make a lasting, positive impact and thrive in a person-centered, strengths-based environment, we invite you to join our dynamic team!

Reporting to the Senior Property Manager and working closely with the Program Manager, the successful candidate will develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate recreation and wellness programs that reflect the interests, abilities, and needs of residents. This involves conducting informal recreation and wellness assessments, training and overseeing the staff and volunteers who assist with activities and events, safely accompanying residents on community outings using public transit, and keeping recreation spaces, equipment, and supplies safe, organized, and well maintained. The role also includes engaging community service providers and partners, connecting residents with recreation, education, cultural, volunteer, and wellness opportunities, and supporting residents in overcoming barriers to participation. Regularly evaluating program impact, gathering participant feedback, and ensuring all activities adhere to safety guidelines and protocols will be central to the role.

The ideal candidate for this position will have a diploma or degree in therapeutic recreation, recreation, community development, social services, human services, mental health, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A current Level 1 First Aid certificate and a Class 5 Driver’s License are required. Experience as a Mental Health Worker and experience running fitness programs are assets. 

Core competencies include effective interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills, and a demonstrated ability to work effectively with the client group and as part of a staff team. The candidate should bring knowledge of event planning practices and techniques, the ability to develop program-related reference and resource materials, proficiency in computer skills, and a problem-solving approach. Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently, set priorities and meet deadlines are essential, as is the ability to identify sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality. The position also requires physical ability, sensitivity to cultural and lifestyle diversity, a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and the flexibility to work shifts including evenings and weekends.

This role requires the incumbent to undergo a Police Information Check (PIC), and a Vulnerable Sector Check by the Ministry of Justice.

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your RESUME and COVER LETTER by clicking the “APPLY” button.

We thank all applicants for their interest in working with OCS. Due to the volume of applicants, only those qualified and shortlisted will be contacted.

The land which we are on is the unceded territories of the Coast Salish peoples including Kwantlen, Katzie, Matsqui, Musqueam, Semiahmoo, Tsawwassen, Kwikwetlem and the Sto:lo Nations.