PLEA Community Services is currently seeking a Temporary Full-Time Workshop Facilitator for our Children of the Street team located in Port Coquitlam, BC. This temporary fixed-term contract is proposed to start as soon as possible, and end on June 30, 2026. This position requires BCGEU membership.

The Workshop Facilitator develops and conducts school-based prevention and early intervention workshops. The employee will educate children, youth and the public on issues related to sexual exploitation such as online exploitation, sextortion, and peer-to-peer exploitation.

Hours of Work: The usual hours of work in this position are Monday to Friday, based on a flextime scheduling arrangement, including days, evenings and weekends, of 35 working hours per week.

Education/Experience Requirements:

• A two-year diploma in a related field.
• One (1) year of recent, related experience.

Closing date for Internal Applications: Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at 4:30PM. If the position is not filled internally, it will remain open until filled.

Who We Are:

PLEA is an accredited, charitable community services organization that has operated throughout BC for more than 40 years. We deliver community-based services and specialized supported homes to children, youth, adults and families facing significant challenges in their lives. We continually adapt our programs to suit each individual’s diverse strengths, needs and circumstances. As a result, we have a strong reputation for helping those we serve to overcome the challenges they face and lead fulfilling lives.

What You Will Do:

• In consultation with school personnel and community organizations, develop, implement, conduct and evaluate school-based prevention and early intervention workshops, such as information sessions, classroom presentations, group discussions and educational opportunities for youth.
• Support schools, service providers, community groups and the general public by providing information, educational resources and promotional materials relating to sexual exploitation.
• Provide information to youth and parents on community resources and recommend appropriate services as required.
• Contribute to the creation, development and performance of workshop materials, conducting in-service educational sessions, skits, role-plays and facilitation.
• Assist in the planning of and participate in the Youth Art Engagement Project, a 9-week program that explores topics relating to exploitation and provides youth with the opportunity to create social justice art pieces.
• Promote public awareness of and support of the program by performing duties such as producing promotional materials and attending community events.
• Maintain related records, administer participant evaluations, collect workshop statistics and provide reports to the supervisor as required**.**
• Protect and uphold confidentiality.
• Perform other related duties as required.

What You Will Bring:

• Effective interpersonal communication, facilitation and conflict management skills, including demonstrated ability to prepare accurate and comprehensive written reports.
• Strong facilitation, presentation and public speaking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to teach others and work collaboratively with parents, partners and stakeholders that provide support to youth.
• Demonstrated ability to present concepts to youth of a sensitive nature.
• Demonstrated ability to support youth and parents who may be reluctant to engage.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate and work through difficult group dynamics effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively on a team with other program staff, community professionals and other partners; use good judgement; have sound understanding of boundaries and protocols for disclosing reported information; and manage conflicts constructively.
• Effective organization, time and general management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative, make sound decisions and be held accountable for results.
• Demonstrated ability to be sensitive and understanding of individuals’ social realities including issues of race, culture, religion, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, poverty and lifestyle.
• Demonstrated knowledge of issues and trends related to the program.
• Knowledge of theory, principles and best practices with respect to providing services to youth who are high risk and their families/caregivers.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and database systems.

PLEA Benefits and Perks:

• Eligibility to enroll in health/welfare benefits on the first day of the month following the completion of the probation period, including access to the annual physical activity fund (for fitness-related items or activities) and the annual education fund (to take part in career-related courses or training events).
• Access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP): confidential and voluntary counselling support services and wellness resources for employees and their immediate family members.
• Discounted gym membership at Club 16 Trevor Linden and She's Fit.
• Perkopolis membership: an exclusive discount program for a variety of products and services (clothes, furniture, dining, auto, events, etc.)
• Agency-Sponsored Social Events (i.e., summer barbecue, annual holiday party, and team days).

PLEA offers the Municipal Pension Plan to eligible employees as per the plan’s criteria.

Minimum Requirements:

• Satisfactory Criminal Record Clearance.
• Must have access to a personal vehicle for work-related travel. This position requires travel primarily in the Lower Mainland and the Fraser Valley, and occasionally in other locations throughout BC.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 or 7N B.C. Driver's License and suitable driver's abstract/claims history.
• Documentation that the applicant is legally authorized to work on an ongoing basis in Canada.

Note: PLEA conducts primary source verification of applicant's credentials including education, training, work history, and licensure.