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 ApplyOpen Until FilledAbout 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 WorkRegular Full Time35 hours weeklyDependent upon program needs, position may be required to travel between Vancouver and Surrey sites.This position will include in person and on-call work (1 week per month) to support teams who work in the afternoons and evenings.Evening work hours will be required at times.Travel to programming sites within the community may be required.Position SummaryWage Grid 18 - $35.73 to $37.28 per hourPCRS seeks an experienced Team Lead for our Pathways to Education Program. The successful applicant will be part of a team, providing leadership,



mentorship to Youth Outreach Workers and youth participating in the program.The Pathways to Education Team Lead will work with the staff team and community to ensure the successful planning, implementation, evaluation and ongoing development of the Pathways to Education Program. Team Lead provides mentorship, support, and supervision to a team of Youth Outreach Workers. The Team Lead will demonstrate strong organizational and leadership skills. This position will be responsible for strengthening and expanding of internal and external community partnerships, and the growth and sustainability of the program.The position will require a willingness to work within complex partnerships in the community that support the specific academic and psychosocial needs of participating youth. The successful candidate will be skilled and experienced connecting with diverse communities, including Indigenous, newcomers, and LGBTQ2+ youth to ensure they feel safe, supported and connected. They will encourage and promote a trauma informed, strong-based, and participant-focused approach.ResponsibilitiesHires, onboards, supervises, and mentors staffProvides direction, coordinates service deliveryMonitors, reports and assesses service performance related to meeting contract outcomesWorks with Manager to ensure overall operations, finances, quality assurance and service delivery align with contract expectationsIn partnership with the Manager, explores and pursues opportunities for partnerships, and develops proposals for service expansion, renewal,



and developmentUnderstands and applies PCRS's policies and proceduresLeads and develops an engaged, collaborative, and effective staff teamMaintains and develops effective relationships with internal PCRS programs, partner service delivery organizations, and community groups where applicableRepresents PCRS at community and official functionsCollaborates with other professionals for service goal development and referralsCompetencies & KnowledgeAbility to respond to crisis scenarios using agency protocols and ethics.Effective team collaboration skills.Experience creating and working within a culturally inclusive environment for staff, partners, and participants.Strong verbal, interpersonal, presentation, and written communication skills.Excellent time management skills and the ability to handle multiple, often conflicting priorities.What 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 Perks 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.

📌 Team Lead Iii (Surrey)
🏢 Pacific Community Resources Society (PCRS)
📍 Surrey