JOB OPPORTUNITY

Position Information

Location

See Work Arrangements

Salary Range

$30.91 to $33.46 per hour. Salary is based on education and experience.

The Opportunity

Representing Douglas College at the WorkBC Centre in Cloverdale/Surrey, you work directly with clients to assess service suitability and develop action plans that lead to sustainable employment. While this role focuses on youth, you support clients of all backgrounds, including those with multiple barriers. You refer clients to appropriate WorkBC services such as skills training, workshops and other interventions.

RESPONSIBILITIES**:**

Individual Support:

• Conduct needs assessment to identify strengths and employment barriers;
• Determine eligibility for financial supports and services;
• Tailor services to individual client needs;
• Develop realistic achievable action plan that leads to sustainable employment or further education and training;
• Provide coaching and support toward employment or further education;
• Maintain regular contact to monitor progress and provide motivation;
• Conduct follow-ups and support job sustainment;
• Refer clients to community supports as needed.

Administration:

• Track client progress and maintain accurate records in ICM;
• Manage distribution and tracking of financial supports;
• Complete and submit required reports;
• Monitor performance targets and review with the Centre Manager.

Team Collaboration:

• Participate in team meetings and case conferencing;

• Foster a respectful, collaborative work environment;

• Provide coverage in the Employment Resource Area and for colleagues’ as needed.

WHO WE ARE

Do what you love. Be good at it. That’s how Douglas College defines a great career. It’s a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC’s Top Employers. We love what we do. And we’re looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada’s best degree-granting colleges even better.

Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.

WHAT WE OFFER

We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.

• Transit-accessible campuses
• Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions
• Competitive salaries
• Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions
• Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions
• Professional Development opportunities
• Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes

For more benefits information, click here**!**

WHAT IT TAKES

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THISROLEYOUWILLNEED**:**

• Post-Secondary degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience;

• Experience delivering employment services for youth, diverse populations and persons with complex barriers to employment;

• Certified Career Development Practitioner is preferred;

• Strong understanding of employment barriers and supports for youth and vulnerable populations;

• Proven ability to conduct and interpret client needs assessments;

• Knowledge of local labour market trends and WorkBC Systems;

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills;

• Proficient in MS Office, database systems, and virtual meeting tools; and

• Satisfactory vulnerable sector Criminal record check.

Additional Information

This is a full-time contract position (40 hours per week) based at the Cloverdale Work BC Location and may be required to travel occasionally within the lower mainland. Shifts are typically Mondays-Fridays from 8:30am-5:00pm, with occasional shifts on Saturdays from 10am-2pm.

Posting Number

02549SA

Position Title

Youth Career Coach

Anticipated Start Date

08/05/2025

End Date

08/04/2026

Needs a Criminal Records Check

Yes

How To Apply

Open Date

07/14/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Minimum Number of References

Equity Statement

Douglas College is committed to being a workplace that is free of discrimination, that values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the communities we serve.

Important Note

Interested applicants must submit their application and all required documents online on the Douglas College Career Site [www.douglascollegecareers.ca]. Please ensure your resume clearly explains how you meet the required knowledge, skills and abilities of the position for which you are applying.

All candidates selected for interview will need to bring original certificates and diplomas of educational credentials noted on their resume.

At Douglas College, we believe in a personal touch and the importance of genuine interactions. Every application is carefully reviewed by a member of our team without the use of AI tools.