Workshop Facilitator (Temporary Full-Time)

PLEA Community Services Society of BC • Port Coquitlam, BC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

PLEA Community Services is currently seeking a Temporary Full-Time Workshop Facilitator for our Children of the Street team located in Port Coquitlam, BC. This temporary fixed-term contract is proposed to start October 5, 2026, and end on December 18, 2026. This position requires BCGEU membership. The Workshop Facilitator develops and conducts school-based prevention and early intervention workshops. The employee will educate children, youth and the public on issues related to sexual exploitation such as online exploitation, sextortion, and peer-to-peer exploitation.

Requirements

• A two-year diploma in a related field.
• One (1) year of recent, related experience.
• Demonstrated equivalencies will be considered. The equivalencies for the Workshop Facilitator are: 1 year of college education + 3 years of work experience; or 0 years of college education + 5 years of work experience.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Clearance.
• Must have access to a personal vehicle for work-related travel. This position requires travel primarily in the Lower Mainland and the Fraser Valley, and occasionally in other locations throughout BC.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 or 7N B.C. Driver's License and suitable driver's abstract/claims history.
• Documentation that the applicant is legally authorized to work on an ongoing basis in Canada.

Nice To Haves

• Effective interpersonal communication, facilitation and conflict management skills, including demonstrated ability to prepare accurate and comprehensive written reports.
• Strong facilitation, presentation and public speaking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to teach others and work collaboratively with parents, partners and stakeholders that provide support to youth.
• Demonstrated ability to present concepts to youth of a sensitive nature.
• Demonstrated ability to support youth and parents who may be reluctant to engage.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate and work through difficult group dynamics effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively on a team with other program staff, community professionals and other partners; use good judgement; have sound understanding of boundaries and protocols for disclosing reported information; and manage conflicts constructively.
• Effective organization, time and general management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative, make sound decisions and be held accountable for results.
• Demonstrated ability to be sensitive and understanding of individuals’ social realities including issues of race, culture, religion, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, poverty and lifestyle.
• Demonstrated knowledge of issues and trends related to the program.
• Knowledge of theory, principles and best practices with respect to providing services to youth who are high risk and their families/caregivers.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and database systems.

Responsibilities

• In consultation with school personnel and community organizations, develop, implement, conduct and evaluate school-based prevention and early intervention workshops, such as information sessions, classroom presentations, group discussions and educational opportunities for youth.
• Support schools, service providers, community groups and the general public by providing information, educational resources and promotional materials relating to sexual exploitation.
• Provide information to youth and parents on community resources and recommend appropriate services as required.
• Contribute to the creation, development and performance of workshop materials, conducting in-service educational sessions, skits, role-plays and facilitation.
• Assist in the planning of and participate in the Youth Art Engagement Project, a 9-week program that explores topics relating to exploitation and provides youth with the opportunity to create social justice art pieces.
• Promote public awareness of and support of the program by performing duties such as producing promotional materials and attending community events.
• Maintain related records, administer participant evaluations, collect workshop statistics and provide reports to the supervisor as required.
• Protect and uphold confidentiality.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Eligibility to enroll in health/welfare benefits on the first day of the month following the completion of the probation period, including access to the annual physical activity fund (for fitness-related items or activities) and the annual education fund (to take part in career-related courses or training events).
• Access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP): confidential and voluntary counselling support services and wellness resources for employees and their immediate family members.
• Discounted gym membership at Club 16 Trevor Linden and She's Fit.
• Perkopolis membership: an exclusive discount program for a variety of products and services (clothes, furniture, dining, auto, events, etc.).
• Agency-Sponsored Social Events (i.e., summer barbecue, annual holiday party, and team days).
• Municipal Pension Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree