Youth Services Worker- Temporary, Full-Time (Canada Summer Jobs)

Lower Mainland Purpose Society for Youth and Families (Purpose Society)

Position: Youth Services Worker- Temporary, Full-Time (Canada Summer Jobs)

Work Site: 502 Columbia Street, New Westminster, BC (New Westminster Youth Hub)

Wage: $19/hour

Hours: 35 hours per week for 8 weeks

 

Who We Are

The Lower Mainland Purpose Society is a community-based multi-service organization dedicated to delivering comprehensive programs for children, youth, and families. We focus on enhancing well-being, strengthening family functioning, and promoting personal responsibility through a client-centered approach. Our services are provided in a safe, respectful environment that values diversity and community connection.

 

The Opportunity

Purpose Society is seeking a Youth Services Worker to support youth with education and employment-related goals. This role focuses on helping young people build practical skills for school, work, and long-term planning.

This position is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs program and is intended for youth interested in gaining experience in community-based youth services.

The role involves both direct support to youth and behind-the-scenes coordination to ensure resources, workshops, and supports are accessible and up to date.

This is a hands-on role that includes both direct engagement with youth and program support.

 

What You’ll Do

• Support youth with resume building, job search, and exploring education or training options
• Assist youth in navigating online job boards, applications, and digital employment tools
• Help plan and facilitate small group workshops on employment readiness, workplace expectations, budgeting, and time management
• Maintain up-to-date resource lists related to employment, education, and youth services
• Support program organization, including updating resource boards and preparing handouts
• Assist with basic data collection, including attendance tracking and participant feedback
• Support outreach efforts by helping prepare materials and communication for partner organizations
• Help maintain a welcoming, organized, and accessible space during drop-in hours
• Participate in supervision, mentoring, and team meetings

 

What We Are Looking For

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build rapport and support youth in a respectful, non-judgmental way
• Organized and able to manage multiple tasks
• Able to take initiative while working within a team environment
• Basic computer skills (email, documents, online platforms)
• Strong connection to the community is an asset

This role is best suited for individuals with the maturity and emotional readiness to work in a frontline youth services environment, including supporting youth who may share complex or sensitive experiences

 

What You’ll Gain:

• Experience supporting youth with employment and education pathways
• Skills in communication, facilitation, and relationship-building
• Experience using digital tools for job search and program support
• Exposure to ethical and responsible use of technology, including privacy and online safety
• Understanding of community resources and service systems
• Mentorship and supervision from experienced youth workers

 

Eligibility (Canada Summer Jobs):

To be eligible, applicants must:

• Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment
• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person
• Be legally entitled to work in Canada

 

Equity and Inclusion:

Purpose Society is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment. We strongly encourage applications from youth facing barriers to employment, including Indigenous, Black, racialized, 2SLGBTQI+, and youth with disabilities.

 

Required:

• 3 Professional references
• Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Check
• Current First Aid/CPR certification; additional training in crisis intervention or suicide prevention is an asset
• Non-violent Crisis Intervention certification is an asset
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings

 

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume (CV) to: hr@purposesociety.org

Thank you to all who apply. Only those shortlisted will be contacted.