Pacific Community Resources Society is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from people of all gender identities and expressions, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and visible minorities.Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact our HR department at [email protected]. Personal information will be kept confidential.Last Date To ApplyAugust 28, 2026About PCRSPacific Community Resources Society (PCRS) is a large not-for-profit agency that serves some of the most vulnerable people in our communities from Vancouver to Hope. We work with youth and vulnerable adults in the areas of education, employment, housing, substance use and mental health, and youth and family support services. We are CARF Accredited and a Certified Living Wage Employer.About The ProgramThe Pathways to Education ProgramTM is a national program, operating in 20 communities across Canada and provides a comprehensive set of academic, social, financial, and individual supports to youth. The primary goal of the Pathways to Education program is to enhance the educational success of youth living in the Downtown Eastside/Strathcona communities in Vancouver and Guildford/Whalley communities in Surrey.Hours & Conditions of WorkTerm Full Time (temporary)35 hours weeklyWorking Hours - Flexibility is required as there may be a need for earlier or later hours depending upon circumstances to offer support to young people at key times.Travel between multiple sites in the designated community.Position SummaryWage Grid 13The Youth Outreach Worker is responsible for providing individualized case management and group programming facilitation to support youth succeed both academically and socially. This position involves developing relationships with youth as well as liaising with family members, school personnel, and community staff to support the educational needs of youth. In addition, Youth Outreach Workers will support the after-school tutoring and mentoring programming based in the community.The successful candidate will be dynamic, skilled, and experienced in connecting with diverse communities, including Indigenous, newcomer, and LGBTQ youth to ensure they feel safe, supported, and connected.ResponsibilitiesDevelops plans in collaboration with youth and appropriate adults (parents/guardians, teachers & other school staff, community partners) to address the educational needs/goals of individual youthMonitors and supports youth progress, engagement and participation in the program and liaises with program staffEngages with families and facilitates their involvement in the educational goals and plans for youth in the programProvides advocacy and support to assist youth access information and support servicesWorks with youth to identify goals, strengths, issues, and students concerns, while supporting their participation in tutoring, mentoring, school, and community activitiesSupports youth to fully engage in tutoring and mentoring programsProvides support and mentorship to volunteers to engage with youth with effective tutoring and mentoring techniquesDevelops diverse resources that address specific learning styles, abilities,



and needsCompetencies & KnowledgeSpecific training and/or experience with youth with special needs or current language learnersKnowledge of community and social servicesUnderstanding of impact of racism and oppressionUnderstanding of impact of settlement journeyExperience or knowledge of working with the public school system, grades 8-12What We OfferEquitable & Transparent Base Pay – we are a Certified Living Wage EmployerGenerous paid vacation, personal and sick time; additional paid time off for life eventsAdditional paid holidays (ex. Easter Monday, Boxing Day)Health Benefits Coverage with 100% employer-paid premiums - including extended health and prescriptions, dental, vision and paramedical careDisability and Life Insurance CoverageEmployee & Family Assistance Program including preventative health & counsellingMembership in the Municipal Pension Plan with generous employer contributionsFlexible schedules and earned day off programFull-day agency orientation and extensive training, with regular ongoing performance evaluationsIn-house digital and classroom learning opportunities; staff funding for professional developmentOpportunities to use your voice & participate in committees on policy, wellness, safety, JEDI and moreEligibility varies depending on employment terms and role requirements – details for this specific opportunity will be provided on request.

📌 Youth Outreach Worker (Leave Coverage Term) (Surrey)
🏢 Pacific Community Resources Society (PCRS)
📍 Surrey