Fraser Valley Spoke Manager – Maternity Leave Coverage

Position Overview The Pacific Autism Family Network (PAFN) is seeking a friendly, compassionate, and community-minded individual to provide maternity leave coverage for the Fraser Valley Spoke Manager.

The Fraser Valley Spoke provides a welcoming, inclusive, and low-barrier space for autistic and neurodivergent individuals and their families. The role focuses on connecting people with resources, navigating services and funding, facilitating social opportunities, supporting employment goals, and building community connections.

Key Responsibilities

· Family Navigation: Help individuals and families navigate autism-related questions, assessments, funding, services, and community resources throughout Chilliwack and the Fraser Valley, regardless of diagnosis status or where they are in their journey.

· Program Facilitation: Coordinate and lead four monthly social and play groups for autistic and neurodivergent individuals of different ages and their families, including planning activities that accommodate varying interests and support needs.

· Employment Support: Assist neurodivergent individuals with resumes, cover letters, job searching, interview preparation, and employment opportunities, including support for EmploymentWorks participants.

· Community Engagement: Build relationships with local service providers, schools,



businesses, and community organizations, and participate in initiatives that promote inclusion and neurodiversity.

· Spoke Operations: Maintain a welcoming, organized, and functional office space; manage supplies, respond to inquiries, coordinate appointments, and maintain appropriate documentation.

· Communication and Reporting: Attend biweekly virtual staff meetings with the Richmond Hub, provide updates on Fraser Valley activities, and communicate ongoing needs and developments.

Qualifications and Attributes The ideal candidate is approachable, organized, flexible, and comfortable working independently. Solid communication and relationship-building skills, creativity, and a genuine commitment to inclusion are essential.

Experience supporting autistic or neurodivergent individuals, facilitating groups, providing community services, or supporting employment would be an asset. A willingness to learn about BC's funding systems and community resources is important.

Our Goal To ensure autistic and neurodivergent individuals and their families feel welcomed, supported, connected, and a sense of belonging within their community.

Pay: $28.00-$30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25.0 – 30.0 per week

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 PAFN Fraser Valley Spoke Manager - Maternity Leave position (Chilliwack)
🏢 Pacific Autism Family Centre Foundation
📍 Chilliwack