As a central hub in the Metro Vancouver area, the City of New Westminster delivers a broad spectrum of urban services to over 92,000 residents. Current Westminster is rich in history with a viable and thriving economy and has a population representative of the diversity of the region. The City is staffed by talented and dedicated employees who work together to achieve its strategic vision. We have earned a proud reputation for civic leadership, service delivery, and outstanding employee relations.Our Parks and Recreation Department is seeking an energetic, dynamic, and organized Assistant Program Coordinator to join the Youth Services team. This position reports to and works in collaboration with the Youth Services Coordinator. The primary responsibilities will include: overseeing the Youth Centre Portfolio, supervision of front line workers, providing site supervision and operation support. This portfolio focuses on high school aged youth, and using recreation as a tool to connect youth to the community.Candidates will have experience raising the profile of youth within the community, assessing youth needs and making recommendations, assisting in the planning, promotion, and implementation of community events, programs, and services that engage youth. As well, applicants will possess skills in establishing and maintaining effective communication and working relationships with youth and community.If many of the following characteristics and skills describe you, we want to meet you!Knowledge and experience implementing the principals, practices, and objectives of community development, youth work and community recreationConsiderable knowledge of best practices, rules, regulations,



policies and procedures governing child and youth careExperience in site supervisionAbility to work with youth in developing and implementing a wide-range of opportunities, programs and events that reflect the interests and needs of youth and community valuesConsiderable experience in staff and volunteer supervisionDemonstrates skill in event and program development and implementation for youthPossesses strong skills in conflict resolution and customer serviceExperience building and maintaining relationships with staff, youth, and community partnersExperience with program promotion, working with budgets and preparing reportsDemonstrates organizational and administrative skills and has the ability to perform general office duties such as program registration and processing paymentsAbility to work independently and perform tasks with minimal supervisionProficiency in the use of various software applications including Microsoft OfficeKnowledge of equity diversity and inclusion principlesRequirements:Completion of a Certificate or diploma in Child and Youth Care, Social Work, Recreation, or a related field supplemented by proven practical experience in applied leadership, supervision, and youth engagement, or an equivalent combination of education and experience deemed suitable by the employer.Valid Class 5 BC driver's license with proof of safe and responsible driving record. Class 4 BC driver's license is preferred.High 5 and Food Safe certifications are assets.Standard First Aid and CPR Level "C/AED".The successful applicant must be able to pass and maintain a clear Police Information Check including Vulnerable Sector Check.Must be available to work a flexible schedule and a variety of shifts based on operational requirements.

📌 Assistant Program Coordinator - Youth (New Westminster)
🏢 Newwestcity
📍 New Westminster