Position Title: Business Advisor (Internal)Location: Robert Lee YMCA (955 Burrard St, Vancouver, BC V6E 0B1) and Remote (with regular travel required to work sites across the Lower Mainland)Term: Permanent, Part-Time Hours: 17.5 hours per week Shift: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm Start Date: April 27, 2026End Date: March 31, 2027Salary:$27,540.20 annually Reports To: Manager, Self Employment Program*Some benefits may vary based on employment terms Competitive vacation and paid sick time Free YMCA Gym Membership+ Training and Professional Development Opportunities Be part of a charitable organization that positively impacts the community The Business Advisor will support WorkBC clients as they transition towards business launch, providing ongoing 1:1 support over the first 12 months of their start-up period.

Working in a team comprising of other Advisors, manager and administrative support, the Business Advisor will be responsible for managing a caseload of clients at different stages of the program, while coaching individuals towards successful outcomes. Major Responsibilities Coach and mentor participants to create an individualized business plan Create, prepare and facilitate small business workshops Facilitate group training/education and networking meetings Research and provide relevant resources customized for each participant Manage participant files/information (electronic and/or hard copy)Maintain detailed case notes Conduct participant follow-up, documentation and reporting Recruit, screen,



and assess participants for program suitability and eligibility Conduct community outreach and marketing to engage and recruit participants as needed Fundraise and support YMCA’s initiatives as needed Other duties as required Qualification3-5 years small business experience Bachelor’s Degree in business, education and/or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience Coaching, counselling and/or mentoring education and/or experience with demonstrated capacity to serve clients with diverse needs. Outstanding facilitation experience, with the knowledge, techniques and personality to easily engage participants Knowledge of business trends and community resources Knowledge of WorkBC program policies an asset Strong business writing skills, including experience with business plans and financial projections Excellent communications skills, including verbal and written English Proven competence with administration and reporting Successful candidate will be required to provide 3 satisfactory references Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record check with a Vulnerable sector search issued no later than six (6) months preceding the start date.YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible workplace where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported.

We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process.

Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People Services department.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Business Advisor (Internal) - C$27,540.2 A Year - Part Time (Vancouver)
🏢 YMCA BC
📍 Vancouver