Program Implementer for Indigenous Programs - Jays Care Foundation

Are you passionate about growing the game of baseball across Canada? Do you have experience or interest in recreational baseball or youth programs, or experience with the coordination and execution of volunteer-led initiatives and large-scale events for youth? We’re looking for people with a deep passion for baseball and its power to positively impact youth. If that sounds like you, we want you on our team!

About Jays Care Foundation

Jays Care Foundation, the charitable arm of the Toronto Blue Jays, harnesses the power of baseball to create positive impacts for youth across Canada. Baseball is at the heart of everything we do. It’s more than a sport; it’s a tool for youth development, building character, resilience, and belonging. Through award-winning baseball-for-development programs, we partner with communities nationwide to help children and youth facing barriers unlock their potential. 

About the Role

Jays Care Seasonal positions are designed to provide an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to gain valuable work experience in the rewarding charitable sport sector. Jays Care Foundation is looking for passionate, motivated, and enthusiastic individuals to assist in various Jays Care Foundation Program positions. Candidates can expect to travel to various communities and partake in major initiatives, projects, and programs that have a national reach and large impacts on communities we work with. This opportunity will provide a dynamic, fast paced, and unique learning experience for individuals with ambition, drive, and immense potential.

Please note that these are seasonal positions aligned with our high season, spanning from approximately February-August 2026. These positions are full-time contracts.

About the Role
The Program Implementer for Indigenous Programs plays a key role in supporting baseball programming in partnership with First Nation, Métis, and Inuit communities and urban Indigenous organizations. This position focuses on creating inclusive, culturally relevant baseball experiences that strengthen physical and mental health outcomes for youth while fostering intergenerational connections and community healing.

As a Program Implementor you will:

• Support of select Indigenous Rookie League programs across Canada, ensuring they reflect community priorities and cultural values.

• Conduct ongoing research of best practices of supporting Indigenous youth through sport and recreation 

• Provide expert baseball leadership—from grassroots skill-building to competitive play—adapting drills, and ensuring programming is accessible and engaging for all participants.
• Build strong relationships with Indigenous communities, Tribal Councils, and Health Authorities to co-create leagues that meet local goals.
• Support the design and delivery of high-quality training workshops and resources for youth and adult coaches, focusing on baseball fundamentals, leadership, and character development.
• Travel extensively to partner communities to provide hands-on support for league launches, coach development, and program growth.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Support Jays care programming and events including program design, equipment distribution, and community-based implementation.
• Facilitate engaging baseball workshops and coach training sessions that build confidence and capacity at the community level.
• Collaborate with Jays Care staff and community partners to ensure programs are inclusive, culturally safe, and aligned with Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action related to sport.
• Innovate and adapt baseball programming to meet diverse needs, from grassroots participation to competitive play.

In addition, the seasonal coordinators can expect to be assigned to support a wide range of Jays Care Foundation projects and programs beyond their role including, but not limited to: 

• In-stadium events 

• Community events 

• Fundraising events 

What We’re Looking For 

• Baseball experience and knowledge is preferred but not required—other coaching experience or work with youth is highly valued.  

• Proven ability to lead youth-facing programs, with a passion for using baseball and sport as tools for development. 

• Experience working with underserved communities, with an understanding of cultural protocols, is an asset.  

• Strong communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills. 
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.  

• Willingness to travel. 

• Valid ‘G’ Driver’s License required. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s Degree or College Diploma in Recreation, Education, Sport Management, Business, Kinesiology, or related field. 

• Strong written and oral communication skills 

• Good demonstration of problem-solving skills and ability to work in a group 

• Significant competence in PowerPoint, Excel and different online communication platforms (Zoom, Microsoft Teams) 

• Fluency in French is an asset 

SALARY: The anticipated base compensation for this role is $22.00 per hour.

POSITION STATUS: New

WORK LOCATION: In-office; required to work at Rogers Centre five days a week, or in the field, based on role requirements.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Tuesday February, 17, 2026. 

Why Join Us? 

At Jays Care, you’ll be part of a passionate team committed to growing the game of baseball across Canada while helping kids develop life skills that last a lifetime. You’ll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact in communities nationwide while working for an award-winning organization that values innovation, inclusion, and collaboration. 

Ready to step up to the plate? Apply today with your resume and cover letter at www.jayscare.com. 

Jays Care has a strong commitment to diversity, accessibility and inclusion. Everyone who applies for a job will be considered. We encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply and join us in shaping the future of our club. Together, we will build a team that reflects the richness of the game and the communities that we represent.

Throughout the recruitment process, we are dedicated to working with candidates who have accessibility needs to ensure they have the necessary support to perform at their best. Questions regarding accessibility throughout the recruitment process can be directed to jayscarefoundation@bluejays.com.