The YMCA of Northeastern Ontario has been serving our local communities for over 180 years and we are committed to supporting our local families, children, adults, youth and seniors in our various programs and services today. At the YMCA, our values and purpose drive everything that we do. As a charity, we’ve championed values of empathy, health, trustworthy, inclusiveness, respect and responsibility. Helping people develop a healthy spirit, mind and body and inspiring a sense of social responsibility is the cornerstone of our legacy of caring.

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This job posting is for an existing vacancy and is intended to fill a current position within our organization. We are currently looking for a Program Manager, Health & Wellness to join our team of committed professionals. This Full-time position within the Association is housed at the YMCA of Northeastern Ontario’s Durham location in Sudbury. Under the leadership of the Vice President, Operations, Health & Wellness, the Program Manager, Health & Wellness provides operational leadership for a diverse portfolio of recreation and community programs, including Child & Youth Programs, Teen & Family Programs, Sports & Recreation, Aquatics, and funded programs such as the Youth Centre and After School Programs. The Program Manager is accountable for the planning, development, delivery, review, and continuous improvement of high-quality, safe, and inclusive programs and services that meet the needs of members and the community. Through effective program management, staff leadership, and operational oversight, the Program Manager ensures program excellence, participation growth, and a positive member and participant experience across all areas of responsibility. START DATE: September 1, 2026 LOCATION: Durham Street, Sudbury ON RATE OF PAY: $60,000-$65,000 year HOURS: 40 per week What You'll Do: Develop, plan and implement new procedures, systems and methods to promote program growth, safety, member satisfaction and member retention through program participation and facility excellence Present a safe aquatic environment by ensuring aquatic staff follow Ontario Pool Regulations Be forward thinking and innovative in sports initiatives and delivery of quality programs Lead program reviews, gathering input from members, staff, volunteers and other stakeholders, and provide recommendations to respond to data collected Role model service standards and provide leadership through direct service delivery, with a focus on program quality and participant engagement Develop and maintain effective gym, facility scheduling and equipment to best serve members of all ages; establish policies, procedures and guidelines for staff to ensure quality member experience Provide leadership for program development, implementation, quality control and monitoring Assist the Vice President with reporting, tracking, analyzing data for trends, and developing and implementing measurement tools and tracking systems Supervise, train and support assigned staff and volunteers Monitor, support and evaluate staff and volunteer performance Provide strong leadership, identify development opportunities, training and performance improvement strategies for the Child/Youth, Sports and Recreation and Aquatics staff teams Mentor, lead and coach direct reports, ensuring supervision, coaching & development opportunities occur for the teams Provide leadership and accountability for the implementation of The Y Way within the department, ensuring exceptional member and participant experience through high standards of service, safety, inclusion, and operational excellence. Foster welcoming and positive environments through high standards of facility cleanliness and maintenance, staff and volunteer development, relationship-building, and the delivery of accessible, responsive programs and services that meet the evolving needs of members and the community Participate in and promote the YMCA's charitable goals and annual campaigns, working with the philanthropy department to implement and manage program sponsorship initiatives Build relationships with members and guests, and promote the YMCA as a charitable organization What You'll Bring: College diploma or University degree in Physical Education, Recreation, Business or related field *for education completed outside of Canada, applicants are recommended to submit an educational evaluation (WES, ICAS) with their application Minimum of three to four (3-4) years of experience and expertise in leading child, youth, family and aquatics programming in combination with experience in progressive leadership roles Current Standard First Aid and CPR C National Lifeguard Certification (NLS) in good standing Experience developing and growing programs Understanding and knowledge of Aquatic standards, operations and safety regulations Superior computer knowledge and ability to learn new programs Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong time management and organizational skills Proven ability to develop, influence and coach others Excellent interpersonal skills Bilingualism in both official languages considered an asset Current and satisfactory Police Record with Vulnerable Sector Check What We Offer As a charity and community-based organization, we know how important connection and wellness is, and we offer a workplace that invests in people. We provide: Free YMCA membership for you + your family Discounts on camps, child care, and recreation programs Paid vacation + personal/sick days Comprehensive health & dental, including vision + wellness supports (chiro, massage, mental health, naturopathy & more!) Employee & Family Assistance Program with counselling, coaching, legal + financial supports Life, disability, and accident insurance coverage YMCA Federation Pension Plan Team events + staff recognition Learning & development opportunities HOW TO APPLY If you would like to work in a family friendly environment, please apply, by website only, with a cover letter and resume by August 18, 2026 to the attention of the Personnel Committee. Please ensure that your cover letter and resume both specify the job title of the position that you are applying for. All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, you must advise the Human Resources Department. Please note that successful candidates will be required to submit a current and satisfactory Police Record with Vulnerable Sector Check for review prior to starting employment. Police records are reviewed on an individual basis, and any offences are considered in relation to the nature of the position and its responsibilities, particularly in working with children and vulnerable populations. A positive record does not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment. Please note that candidates invited for an interview will be required to submit three professional references. YMCA of Northeastern Ontario is an equal opportunity employer that is dedicated to maintaining a fair and equitable work environment. All of our employees and job applicants will be promoted or employed solely on the basis of their abilities and qualifications. Educational credentials completed outside of Canada require an Educational Evaluation along with your credentials. If you do not have an evaluation document, please visit https://www.wes.org/ca/. or https://www.icascanada.ca. Applications submitted without an evaluation document may not be considered.