Youth Centre Leader

• We are located in beautiful North Vancouver, just up the hill from Deep Cove, close to forest trails, beaches and amenities; parking is free and transit is close by;
• This is a casual position, shifts are accepted and worked as needed;
• Vacation is paid as a % of wages earned;
• Hourly Wage: $19.50 per hour.

• Applicants who are 19 years old or older and those who display the level of maturity and responsibility that is crucial when working with youth.
• Post-secondary education in Child and Youth Work (or 1 year of experience working with Children or Youth).
• High literacy in current Youth culture(s) and understanding of the unique dynamics that exist with youth and the community.
• The comfort and willingness to reach out to youth without formal introductions.
• Experience working with diverse populations and the 2SLGBTQIA+ Community.
• Understands and is comfortable taking an appropriate level of initiative and has a strong understanding of and respect for confidentiality.
• Strong evidence to be tactful and conduct oneself with sensitivity.
• Exceptional verbal / written communication skills.
• Open to giving and receiving feedback.
• Flexibility and the ability to work in a team environment and with a strong service oriented approach to program & service delivery with and for youth.
• Demonstrated understanding and commitment to integrating the Parkgate Youth services Mission and Values into practice through service and relationships.
• Strong evidence of being able to work effectively with staff at all levels and to maintain good working relationships across the organization.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure the ongoing delivery of routine activities, for example the preparation of the sign-in. sheet and return of Youth Centre keys at the end of each shift.

• Clear Criminal Records Check for Vulnerable Persons.
• A current First Aid Certification (with CPR), Foodsafe and High Five training are regarded as assets but not necessary.
• The ability and ongoing interest in working Friday and Saturday evenings.

• Showcase excellent interpersonal skills with a strong ability to engage with a wide variety of personality types;
• Facilitate and lead activities connecting youth and sharing information with them about events and programs at Parkgate Society;
• Participate in activities and oversee the smooth running of the drop-in program while also maintaining accurate and up-to-date written reports as requested;
• Maintain team communication through emails, check ins, staff debriefs and meetings;
• Provide support to fellow members of the Drop-in Team at the Youth Centre and assist with the general delivery of drop-in services;
• Provide direction to Parkgate Youth Outreach Services and provide resources pertinent to youth in need of support;
• Be willing to participate in Out-trips, Camps, Community Events and Parkgate Pre-Teen Dances;
• Flexibility is needed to be able to work (1-5) evenings per week and some Saturdays;
• Other duties as assigned, i.e. prepare snacks for drop-in, general cleaning, and tidying of the youth drop-in space.

Parkgate Community Services Society is a registered, not-for-profit charitable organization providing programs and services to our friends and neighbours at Parkgate Community Centre and satellite locations east of the Seymour River. We provide services to youth and seniors and we operate an extensive child care and family services program. With more than one hundred people on staff over the course of the year, we are a diverse and welcoming team committed to making this a great place to live, work and play. We pride ourselves on being community-driven, community-inspired and community-supported.