Bladerunners Program Facilitator

Powell River Educational Services Society; Powell River; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community educational service provider in Powell River is seeking a temporary Employment Workshop Facilitator. The role involves facilitating workshops, providing life coaching to at-risk youth, and coordinating work placements. Applicants should have relevant education or experience in human services. This position lasts for 16 weeks and entails managing various workshop activities and ensuring successful outcomes for participants.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate 3-week life skills and employment workshop.
• Provide one-on-one life/employment coaching to youth at risk.
• Coordinate work placements, in collaboration with Work BC staff.
• Provide support and track progress.

Job description

Location: Powell River/qathet Regional District

Schedule: Monday to Thursday (with the possibility of an occasional Friday, dependent on program needs)

Salary Or Wage: $25.05 per hour

Start Date: Sep 22, 2025

Job Type: Temporary

List of Requirements

Education and Experience

• Diploma in human services field or post-secondary education combined with related and proven experience in employment training field; a combination of related education and experience will be considered
• Certification or demonstrated experience as: facilitator, job placement or employment Counsellor, or life skills coach
• The ability to create lesson plans and activities that address a variety of learning styles
• A background working with and instructing unemployed young adult learners an asset
• Knowledge of current resume and cover-letter content and formats
• Knowledge of social media (LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter)
• Knowledge of job readiness requirements in Powell River labour market
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and to contribute effectively within a team
• Excellent capacity to learn quickly and adapt to changing demands

Other

• A satisfactory criminal record check, including a vulnerable sector check, is mandatory at time of job offer

List of Duties

Facilitation

• Facilitate 3-week life skills and employment workshop
• Provide one-on-one life/employment coaching to youth at risk
• Coordinate work placements, in collaboration with Work BC staff
• Provide support and track progress
• Adjust workshop curriculum and activities in response to emerging safety, technological, and client needs
• Work with staff and BladeRunners provincial liaisons to complete BladeRunners program administrative details
• Ensure attendance/registration procedures are in place, invoicing is completed and participant allowances are paid, where appropriate
• Ensure clients meet all aspects of the BladeRunners outcome, including obtaining certificates, attending training courses, and finishing the 3 weeks successfully.
• Consult with Work BC staff andEmployment Services Manager, on client progress, action plans, and other employment-related goals, including training and job search
• Provide individual support to participants, be available for participants before and after group sessions as required
• Maintain strict confidentiality related to clients, colleagues and agency

Preparation and Intake

• Prepare and update life skills and employment workshops
• Work with the Work BC staff to assess client eligibility and suitability for program
• Ensure food supports, workshop supplies and external training sessions are arranged and in place before the program begins
• Review and evaluate program components and conduct evaluations, including client follow-up and outcomes
• Collaborate with Work BC staff to track client progress and support successful outcomes
• This is a temporary position – 16 weeks
• Submit a self-designed resume and cover letter
• Job closes on August 26, 2025 at 11:59PM

How to Apply

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