Position: PLANS and EME Co-Facilitator Work site: 422 Sixth Street,

**Position:**PLANS and EME Co-Facilitator

**Work site:**422 Sixth Street, New Westminster V3L 3B2

**Hours per week:**12 hours/week based on need

**Wage:**Reflective of education and experience

**Reports To:Coordinator–**ECD Family Programs

Who We Are

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

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate facilitator to deliver two family programs:EME(English Made Easy) andPLANS(Physical Literacy, Arts, Nature, and Science).

EME supports English language development with families, while PLANS is, a seasonal outdoor program (fall and spring), that builds children’s independence, confidence, and resilience through creative group experiences- rain or shine. This combined role offers a unique opportunity to support local and newcomer families by fostering parenting confidence, strengthening community connections, and supporting language learning in a warm, relationship-based environment.

What You’ll Do

• Provide outreach services to promote program and recruit participants.

• Engage within divergent perspectives including newcomers, immigrant, refugees, Indigenous peoples and Canadian born with understanding and sensitivity.

• Teach English as a second language to adults and children.

• Create, promote, and deliver quality cultural programming for parents/caregivers.

• Plan and implement lessons and play activities for children aged birth – six years of age.

• Create a positive and supportive play/learning environment.

• Shop and provide nutritious snacks for the children.

• Connect and foster relationships with Professionals in the community.

• Utilize the Penelope Case Management Software to capture client data.

• Contribute evaluation and reporting data collection to ECD Family Programs Coordinator.

• Work on and off-site as programming dictates (PLANS involves moderate physical activity in outdoor settings, fall and spring).

• Participate in workshops and professional trainings.

• Perform other related duties as required.

What We Are Looking For

• BA in a relevant field or ECE License to practice preferred.

• Knowledge of child growth and development from birth – six years.

• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to build relationships with a diverse range of people.

• Ability to work in a team environment.

• Good verbal and written communication skills.

• Use of a vehicle is required.

Why Work With Us

Join our mission-driven organization and help create positive change in people’s lives. By working with us, you’ll be part of a dedicated team that:

• Provides essential services to vulnerable populations

• Fosters personal growth and healthy decision-making

• Contributes to community well-being in the Lower Mainland

Required:

• 3 Professional references from supervisors

• Criminal record check

• Valid First Aid Certificate (OFA1 or equivalent) and Crisis Intervention certificate

How to Apply

Interested candidates should contact our HR Coordinator by end of day Friday March 27, 2026:

Email: hr@purposesociety.org