Youth and Family Engagement Leader, Casual (leave coverage)

Job summary

The Youth and Family Engagement Leader facilitates advisory committees and provides opportunities for youth and families to inform program development. The role also involves promoting Foundry Quesnel at community events and performing administrative tasks to support policy and service delivery.

Job details

Date Posted: October 14, 2026 Position Title: Youth and Family Engagement Leader, Casual (leave coverage) Location: Foundry Quesnel (372 Anderson Dr, Quesnel, BC V2J 1G2) Term: Casual Hours: Hours may vary Shift: Shifts may vary Start Date: As soon as possible, or January 01, 2027 Salary: $23.00 per hour Reports To: Foundry Quesnel, Community Development Project Lead Benefits: * Competitive vacation and paid sick time * Free YMCA Gym Membership+ Y@Home * Training and Professional Development Opportunities * Be part of a charitable organization that positively impacts the community *Some benefits may vary based on employment terms Nature & Scope Young people and their families are key stakeholders who inform and guide the development of Foundry expansion sites, delivered by YMCA BC. The Youth and Family Engagement Leader facilitates both Youth and Family Advisory Committees, provides opportunities for broader engagement of youth and their families, and brings the collective voice to higher-level meetings to direct policies and procedures. Foundry BC is committed to transforming youth access to care and deeply values the voices of those with lived experience. This position will work alongside the Community Development Project Lead in promoting Foundry Quesnel and YMCA BC at various community events. Major Responsibilities- in this position, you will: * Deliver services with a high degree of self-awareness, demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality, and work within personal and role-specific limits and boundaries. * Ability to work independently and show initiative, as well as be part of an interdisciplinary team. * Establish rapport and build positive relationships with at-risk youth and their families, including youth with varying levels of mental wellness, substance use concerns, challenging behavior, and complex health and social needs. * Demonstrate knowledge of cultural safety and justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion practices. * Knowledge of systemic issues and risk factors facing minority groups including LGBTQIA2S+ and Indigenous youth and young adults. * Promote public awareness and support for the program by helping to develop and deliver public presentations and attend community events. * Perform administrative functions, including writing reports, producing documents and presentations, leading or supporting policy development, and ensuring adherence to policies. * Support the Community Development Project Lead with other duties as required * Working knowledge of basic computer programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). * Valid and unrestricted Class 5 BC Driver’s License with access to a safe and reliable vehicle is an asset. Qualification-you bring: * Secondary School Diploma or equivalent. Diploma in a related field (Social Services, Child and Youth Care, etc.) a significant asset * One year of work or volunteer experience working with young people and their families, in a related field * Demonstrated lived experience with mental health or substance use, or as a caregiver, and personal readiness to work in the sector * Successful candidate will be required to provide 3 satisfactory references * Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record check with a Vulnerable sector search issued no later than six (6) months preceding the start date. About YMCA BC: By igniting belonging and championing health equity, YMCA BC strengthens the foundations of community. With over 3,000 employees and volunteers, YMCA BC serves 150,000 individuals of all ages, backgrounds and abilities across hundreds of service locations, from the Sunshine Coast to Fort St. John. As a charity, YMCA BC promotes equitable access to healthier outcomes by providing vital programs and services to help address many of our communities' most pressing social issues, including health and wellness, affordable child care and camps, mental health, employment services and community health. We believe there is potential inside all of us and envision vibrant, healthy and inclusive communities for all. YMCA BC is firmly committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB). By taking an intersectional approach to our programs and services, the YMCA is committed to creating spaces and experiences where everyone feels safe, welcome, and like they belong. Learn more at ymcabc.ca. Application Process-ready to make a difference? We invite you to apply today and find your WHY! Internal Applicants: Please apply online to this position through the ADP Workforce Now Career Centre. (Myself/Talent/Career Centre) Application Deadline: Until filled * Please include any and all relevant certifications in your online application. You will receive an automated notification to confirm receipt of your application. * If short-listed for a position: We will contact, you to move forward to the next step. * If not selected for a specific posting: Continue applying for future positions matching your qualifications and interests. Note: Depending on the role, we may be required to prioritize internal applicants. At YMCA BC, we approach each hiring process individually, recognizing that people bring diverse experiences and strengths. If this opportunity speaks to you, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every listed qualification. Your unique background might be just what we’re looking for. And if this role isn’t the right fit, we hope you’ll continue exploring future opportunities with us that align with your skills and aspirations. YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People Services department. Thank you for your interest and application.

What you’ll do

The Youth and Family Engagement Leader facilitates advisory committees and provides opportunities for youth and families to inform program development. The role also involves promoting Foundry Quesnel at community events and performing administrative tasks to support policy and service delivery.

Requirements

Candidates must have a secondary school diploma, with a diploma in a related field being a significant asset. At least one year of experience working with young people and their families is required, along with demonstrated lived experience in mental health or substance use.

Benefits

• Competitive vacation
• Paid sick time
• Free YMCA gym membership
• Y@Home access
• Training and professional development opportunities

Listed skills

• Relationship Building · Preferred
• Conflict Resolution · Preferred
• case management · Preferred
• Administrative Support · Preferred
• interdisciplinary collaboration · Preferred
• Mental Health Support · Preferred
• Policy development · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Youth engagement
• Family engagement
• Relationship building
• Conflict resolution
• Report writing
• Public speaking
• Case management
• Cultural safety
• Equity, diversity, and inclusion
• Administrative support
• Confidentiality
• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Mental health support
• Substance use support
• Policy development
• Microsoft office
• Report Writing
• Rapport Building
• Family Engagement
• Policy Development
• Self-Awareness
• ADP Workforce Now
• Administrative Functions
• Valid Driver's License
• Microsoft Excel
• Mental Health
• Social Work
• Community Development
• Community Health
• Cultural Safety
• Disabilities
• Health Equity
• Health Risk Assessments
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Presentations
• Caregiving
• Proactivity
• People Services

Job areas

• Social Services
• Education
• Administrative
• Government & Public Sector
• Youth and Family Specialist
• Youth Counselor / Worker
• Social Work and Counselling Professionals
• Counselors, All Other

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