Program Coordinator

Kinark Child and Family Services has a rich 50-year history serving children and youth through a wide range of evidence-based mental health services that include individual, family, and group counselling. We are on a mission to help children and youth with complex needs achieve better life outcomes with a broader vision of a healthy future for Ontario’s children and youth. We have a passionate team of over 700 staff serving close to 9,000 children and youth each year in our three program streams - Community-based Child and Youth Mental Health, Autism, and Forensic Mental Health.

Our people are the heartbeat of our organization where ‘Holding children, youth, and families at the centre of all that we do’ is only one of the values that guides our work.

In support of our journey towards being an employer of choice in our sectors, our staff is engaged for feedback to identify and support improvements, big and small, to enhance the employee experience.

If you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of children and youth with complex needs and want to be part of the mission we are on… Come join our team!

For more information about Kinark, our values, our strategic priorities, and our service programs, please visit ourwebsite at .

What we offer:

• Competitive salary, comprehensive health and dental benefits, and other employment perks *
• Flexible work arrangement supporting employee work life balance
• Employer Matching Defined Contribution Pension Plan up to 6% *
• Employee Wellness Program
• Extensive Educational and Training Opportunities and Supports
• Supportive work environment with regular Supervision and Feedback
• Renowned Accredited Clinical Programs

*Dependent on hours worked, length of service and/or collective agreement (where relevant)

We currently have an opportunity for:

Position Title

Program Lists

Location

Reg/Temp

Temporary

Start Date

April 27, 2026

Temporary End Date

October 30, 2026

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Relief

No

Other Employee Classification (if applicable)

Total # of hours per week

40

# of Positions

2

Close Date

December 10, 2025

Job Summary:

The Kinark Outdoor Center (KOC) facilitates a range of outdoor education, therapeutic recreation and experiential adventure programs designed to meet the specific needs of its diverse client population. Visiting groups include: children’s mental health centers, community living agencies, elementary and secondary schools, colleges, universities, and various organizations serving youth and adults with special needs. KOC also offers 5-day summer camp programs for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder throughout July & August.

Reporting to the Operations Manager the Program Coordinator will primarily be responsible for the design, creation, and facilitation of the Kinark Outdoor Centre “Camp at Home” virtual program series. Additionally, the Program Coordinator will assist in the planning for the resumption of in-person services at the Kinark Outdoor Centre. When in-person services resume at the Kinark Outdoor Centre the Program Coordinator will also be responsible for coordinating all aspects of family visits to the centre, including pre-visit communication, goal setting, scheduling, safety orientations, and supporting Outdoor Educators in delivery of the program.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Know and understand ALL emergency procedures associated with KOC program.
• Know, enforce, and follow all safety guidelines associated with KOC program. This includes but is not limited to being responsible for all clients’ safety.
• Create and ensure a safe and positive environment for program participation.
• Develop and facilitate Virtual Programming.
• Communicate with families and clients prior to participation in programming.
• Aid in the administration and implementation of autism specific programs.
• Assist in the development and delivery of training for Outdoor Educators in collaboration with the Operations Manager.
• Assist Outdoor Educators in facilitation of KOC programs and support them in the performance of their duties.
• Act as an emergency contact person for KOC.
• Engage in the ongoing assessment process of both clients and programs and make program adaptations, as necessary.
• Assist with on-site program developments.
• Assist in facility preparation and equipment maintenance.
• Ensure all agency record keeping requirements are fully maintained.
• Act as leader, mentor to staff and program participants.

Qualifications:

• Degree or Diploma in Outdoor Education, Physical Education, Special Education, Therapeutic Recreation, Child and Youth Worker, or a related field. Equivalent experience will be considered in the absence of post-secondary education.
• At least 6 months experience at the KOC.
• At least 2 months experience developing or facilitating Virtual programming.
• Current Standard First Aid/Wilderness First Aid and CPR C are required.
• Previous leadership experience an asset.
• Experience working in an office environment, including answering phones and communication via email.
• Experience with Microsoft Office
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, time-management and communication skills.
• Experience working in a child care setting (such as: residential care, camp, school system) with special needs children ages 8 to 18 years old.
• Work experience in swimming, canoeing, kayaking, crafts, drama, environmental programming and group games.
• Current National Lifeguard Service
• Must have the physical ability to lead and participate in camp activities which include, but are not limited to, hiking, canoeing, swimming, team building initiatives, building campfires, physical games, and activities.
• Must have the ability to restrain and physically support children when needed for safety in general KOC activities. Training will be provided.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check (including a Vulnerable Sector Screening) and Pre-Employment Medical.
• Candidates Bilingual in English and French will be given special consideration.

** Please note that Equivalent combination of education & experience will be considered.

Kinark Child and Family Services conditions of employment include but are not limited to successful Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening or Criminal Broad Record Check, based on position, and completed Pre-Employment Medical certificate.

Candidates must have the skills and knowledge needed to work with an increasingly diverse client and staff population as well as a proven commitment to anti-oppression, equity, and inclusion as relevant for the role applied to.

Kinark Child and Family Services values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace, including age, ancestry, disability, gender expression, gender identity, race, religion and sexual orientation, that make each of us unique, and recognize that people experience oppression based on these characteristics and identities. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify People and Culture at .

While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment recruitment purposes only, and not for any other purpose.