Youth Program Coordinator

Are you passionate about helping young people launch their careers? Do you thrive in a role where you can build relationships and coach others? If so, this opportunity is for you!

Weâ re looking for a Youth Program Coordinator to work with a nationally recognized leader in youth empowerment and community development located in Nanaimo, British Columbia.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic, high-impact non- profit setting focused on mentoring young adults, fostering strong employer partnerships, and creating career development opportunities. This is a highly collaborative role with room for growth. The Youth Employment Coordinator will be responsible for supporting participants in a job matching program for young adults, ensuring they gain meaningful employment experiences.

Youth Program Coordinator responsibilities:

• Support young adults in the program by connecting them with meaningful work opportunities that match their skills and career goals.

• Develop and maintain relationships with employers and community partners to create a strong network of job opportunities.

• Coach and mentor participants, assisting with resumes, interviews, and workplace skills development.

• Facilitate engaging workshops to equip participants with the tools they need to succeed.

• Mediate and support participants with any interpersonal or professional challenges they encounter.

• Organize logistics such as participant travel and housing setup to ensure a smooth program experience.

• Be a proactive problem-solver, identifying ways to improve the program and enhance participant experiences.

The successful candidate has:

• A Bachelorâ s degree in a related field (social work, education, psychology, nonprofit management, etc.) or equivalent experience.

• Experience working with youth in mentorship, coaching, or employment programs.

• Strong relationship-building skills to connect with participants, employers, and community partners.

• A passion for helping young people succeed and a belief in their potential.

• Comfort with facilitating workshops, group sessions, or trainings.

• Organizational and problem-solving skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities.

• Ability to work evenings and weekends to accommodate participant support need and workshops as well as regularly scheduled emergency on call shifts.

• Bilingualism (French/English) is a plus! (but this is not required)

Compensation and benefits:

• Salary range: $45,000â $50,000

• 15 days per year personal sick time (non transferable from year to year)

• 15 vacation days per year

• Paid time off during the end of year office closer (Dec 25th to Jan 1st)

• All staff receive paid days off for provincial stat days in which any staff member lives (ex: St-Jean is for all staff not only employees based in Québec)

• Health Spending Account

• Healthcare plan

• Long term disability insurance

• Opportunity to make a tangible impact on youth and communities in the Nanaimo area.

• Professional development opportunities.

• Be part of a meaningful movement for youth empowerment.

Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada. Only candidates selected to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted.