2. Coordinate a variety of programs for the youth of Squamish including social service
programs related to current youth issues, activities that attract youth, and special
events and projects that encourage both participation and organization by the
youth of the community.
3. Gather information relevant to the client’s problems, needs and risks by interviewing
and observing behaviour. Reviews the information gathered to identify problems,
needs and risks.
4. Develop and implement short-term, issue-specific intervention plans within program
guidelines in consultation with the youth and Program Coordinator.
5. Evaluate the effectiveness of the intervention plan and discuss related concerns
with the Program Coordinator in order to resolve identified problems and move
towards defined objectives.
6. Plan, prepare, and conduct group or individual support sessions using techniques
such as active listening, conflict resolution, basic group counselling, and basic
psycho-educational group methods to resolve the identified problems and move
towards defined objectives.
7. Provide skill building in areas such as life skills and social skills, parenting skills, anger
management or self-management techniques. Model appropriate behaviour.
8. Liaise with and/or advocate for youth with other community service providers,
professionals and school personnel as required.
9. Assist in the development and implementation of programs to train youth in a
variety of areas including social rights and responsibilities, employment possibilities
and other such areas as may be relevant for the youth of the community.
10. Assist in the identification of funding sources with the Program Manager/Director
and/or Resource Development Officer to permit the continuation and expansion of
youth services.
11. Provide “Incident Reports” to the Program Manager/Director on any major
incidents, (i.e. RCMP incidents, youth intervention or protection actions, potential
negative media or legal action, etc.) This report must be filed within a reasonable
time of the incident. Incidents involving potential liability of the agency must be
reported immediately to the Program Manager/Director.
12. Outline services provided by the program and/or organization. Provide information
on and referral to other community service providers, resources, and professionals
as required.
13. Maintain related records and statistics and provide reports to the Program
Coordinator as required.
14. Lead, encourage, and support youth in their decision-making on issues, programs,
and events.
15. Perform Youth Centre facility janitorial duties on occasion, and order supplies and
repairs where necessary.
16. Ensure the adherence of Youth Resource Centre facility regulations as well as
health and safety policies and procedures.
17. Perform other related duties as required.
Requirements:
1. Criminal Record Review.
2. Signed confidentiality form.
3. Approved reference check.
