Youth Career Coach & Opportunity Specialist

Comservice; Maple Ridge; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

MapleRidge/Pitt Meadows Community Services is seeking a temp full-time Education and Employment Specialist to help youth achieve education and employment goals through a strengths-based, person-centered approach. You will provide personalized career guidance, skills development, and barrier reduction while collaborating with clients, employers, and community partners to create inclusive opportunities.

Responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing Employment Action Plans,

Qualifications

• Diploma in a related human/social service field.
• Minimum one (1) year recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Experience in career development, client outreach, group facilitation, individual employment/career counseling, and portfolio development.
• Experience supporting youth with mental health and substance use challenges.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify client strengths, interests, abilities, and aspirations.
• Support youth in achieving employment and post-secondary education goals, including transitions to training, college, university, trades, and adult learning programs.
• Use motivational interviewing and strengths-based techniques to empower clients and build self-confidence.
• Co-create Employment Action Plans reflecting goals, strengths, and lived experiences.
• Regularly review and adjust plans based on client progress and feedback.
• Assist youth with navigating applications, registration, course planning, funding, and program transitions.
• Collaborate with post-secondary institutions, training providers, and education partners to reduce barriers and support retention.
• Advocate for academic and training accommodations related to mental health or life circumstances.
• Facilitate workshops and one-on-one sessions on pre-employment skills, job search, resume writing, and interview preparation.

Skills

Assessments

Career guidance

Motivational interviewing

Action planning

Employer partnerships

EDI outreach

Education

Diploma in human/social service field

Job description

MapleRidge/Pitt Meadows Community Services is seeking a temp full-time Education and Employment Specialist to help youth achieve education and employment goals through a strengths-based, person-centered approach. You will provide personalized career guidance, skills development, and barrier reduction while collaborating with clients, employers, and community partners to create inclusive opportunities.

Responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing Employment Action Plans,