Create Stability. Build Opportunity. Change Lives.

Join Aunt Leah's Link Housing Program as a Link Program Coordinator and lead a team dedicated to helping young people transition from government care into safe, stable, and independent lives. Former youth in care face disproportionate barriers to housing stability, often navigating limited income, lack of tenancy experience, disrupted support networks, and the impacts of trauma, systemic oppression, and cultural disconnection.

In this leadership role, you will oversee the delivery and continuous development of housing supports that help young people secure and retain housing, prevent eviction, and build the skills and confidence needed for long-term independence. You’ll lead a passionate team, oversee complex government-funded programs, strengthen community and landlord partnerships, and ensure participants receive responsive, trauma-informed, and person-centered support.

If you are an experienced housing or social-service leader who combines strong program management with compassion, sound judgment, and a commitment to empowering marginalized youth, this is an opportunity to lead meaningful change and help ensure that every person impacted by foster care has the prospect to thrive.

Job Summary

The Program Coordinator leads the LINK Housing Program, ensuring youth receive responsive, trauma-informed housing support and case management. This position supervises a team providing rental assistance, housing navigation, and eviction prevention services; oversees housing subsidies and funding from Reaching Home, BC Housing, and other partners; and builds strong relationships with landlords, funders,



and community organizations to expand housing opportunities.

The Program Coordinator is responsible for program development, staff supervision, funding compliance, reporting, evaluation, and continuous improvement, ensuring services effectively support youth in achieving and maintaining long-term housing stability.

Reports To

Director of Housing & Education Programs

Compensation

$65,000-$73,413 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications

Qualifications

- Post-secondary education in a related field (Social Work, Child and Youth Care, Psychology, Non-Profit Management, or a relevant discipline) or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum 2-3 years of experience in program supervision, development, and implementation.
- Strong background in housing services, working with at-risk youth and families, and advocacy.
- Demonstrated experience supporting marginalized and/or multi-barrier persons.
- Experience managing government-funded programs and ensuring compliance with funding agreements.

Requirements

- Satisfactory Criminal Record Check (including vulnerable persons) and Local Police Information Check;
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI)
- Agrees to the Society's Code of Ethics
- Attends Staff development and participates in training as requested

Assets

- Access to a vehicle




- Proof of vehicle business liability insurance of $5 million
- Ability to produce a clear driver's abstract
- Motivational Interviewing training
- Strong verbal and written communication and stakeholder engagement skills with funders, landlords, community partners, staff, and participants.
- Leadership, team dynamics, strategic planning, decision-making, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and cultural competency skills.
- Creative problem-solving, crisis management, and trauma-informed practice.
- Knowledge of Housing First principles, housing legislation, and BC tenancy rules.
- Experience with housing/community engagement and tenancy education.
- Strong analytical, research, data collection, and reporting skills.
- Adaptability and the ability to manage competing priorities independently.
- Robust planning, organization, budgeting, report writing, and computer/technical skills

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Program & Case Management

- Oversee participant support plans, referrals, follow-up, and balanced staff caseloads focused on housing stability and transitions from homelessness.
- Manage Reaching Home and BC Housing funding programs, including HPP, CBCHB, and SRSP, ensuring eligibility and appropriate use of supports.
- Provide guidance during emergency and crisis situations and coordinate safety planning.
- Ensure staff follow policies, procedures, documentation, and privacy requirements.
- Oversee weekly drop-in sessions and participant engagement.
- Collaborate with internal programs to support smooth participant tran

📌 Link (Housing) Program Coordinator (New Westminster)
🏢 AUNT LEAH'S
📍 New Westminster