Position Summary

Reporting to the Youth Connections Team Leader, the Youth Transition Coordinator is responsible for providing holistic, relationship-based prevention support to youth and young adults in Member Communities as they prepare for adulthood and greater independence. As an integral member of a multidisciplinary team, the Youth Transition Coordinator collaborates with young people to develop individualized Transition Plans, build practical life skills, strengthen self-advocacy, connect to culture and community, and address goals related to education, employment, housing readiness, health and wellness, financial literacy, and independent living. The role combines one-to-one support with workshops, groups, events, cultural learning opportunities, and community-based programming.

As a member of the SCFSS organization, the Youth Transition Coordinator is committed to the collective response to the Call to Action through the four Strategic Directions and supports a pathway of change to exercise nłeʔkepmx and syilx inherent rights. In particular, the Youth Transition Coordinator champions core elements of the strategic goal of ‘Protection to Prevention’.

OVERVIEW OF DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

- Develop and maintain individualized Transition Plans that support youth in achieving independence and personal goals.
- Provide mentorship, advocacy, and ongoing support to youth transitioning into adulthood.
- Support life-skills development in areas such as budgeting, household management, employment readiness, communication, and healthy relationships.
- Connect youth with education, employment, housing, health, wellness, and community resources.
- Facilitate workshops, events, and activities that promote life skills, leadership, wellness, and personal growth.
- Foster meaningful relationships with youth and support the development of strong personal and community support networks.




- Promote cultural connection by facilitating access to nłeʔkepmx and syilx teachings, traditions, Elders, and community activities.
- Collaborate with internal teams, community partners, and service providers to coordinate supports and services.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential documentation, records, reports, and case notes.
- Monitor youth progress, celebrate achievements, and support transition, graduation, and closure planning.
- Participate in team meetings, collaborative case planning, and ongoing professional development.
- Ensure services are delivered in accordance with organizational policies, FOIPPA, OH&S; requirements, trauma-informed practice, and applicable legislation.
- Promote The Society's Protection to Prevention approach by empowering youth, strengthening natural supports, and fostering long-term wellness and self-determination.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

- Diploma, certificate, or degree in Social Work, Social Services, Child and Youth Care, Human Services, Community Support, Indigenous Studies, Health Care Assistance, Education, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training, lived experience, and employment experience.
- Minimum two (2) years' experience supporting youth, young adults, families, or vulnerable populations in community, social service, education, health care, cultural, housing, employment, or child welfare settings.

- Applicants with a Health Care Assistant (HCA), Registered Care Aide (RCA), Community Support Worker,



or equivalent credential and relevant experience are encouraged to apply.
- Solid advocacy skills, with the ability to handle complex and emotionally challenging situations
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, diplomacy and objectivity when communicating and interacting with young people, families, colleagues, leaders, and community
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and various databases, search engines and Outlook/email
- Demonstrated knowledge and professional and personal practice of nłeʔkepmx and syilx traditional values, cultural practice, and protocols is an asset

JOB REQUIREMENTS

- Clear Criminal Record Check and Ministry of Child and Family Development Prior Contact Check required before commencement of employment
- Valid Class 5 BC driver’s license and acceptable driver’s abstract required

MINIMUM REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

- Indigenous Knowledge: applied knowledge of nłeʔkepmx and syilx traditional values, protocols, culture and language; sensitivity to the historical and systemic impacts on Indigenous families and communities from intergenerational trauma

- Critical Thinking: analytical, methodical, fact-based decision-making, with a capacity for creative problem solving, and considering diverse perspectives
- Business and Strategic Acumen: proficient in business and strategic concepts in application to SCFSS
- Communication: facilitation and presentation skills, professional business writing, and ability to communicate clearly and confidently with diverse audiences
- Motivation: self-motivated, capable of effectively motivating others and, high productivity
- Time Management: highly organized, ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, delegate responsibilities and coordinate multiple tasks to achieve goals
- Conflict Resolution: anticipates, diffuses, and resolves conflicts while fostering a positive work environment

📌 Youth Transition Coordinator (Canada)
🏢 Scw'exmx Child & Family Services Society
📍 Canada