Youth Services Worker

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

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: ***email_hidden***

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