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CITY OF COLWOOD

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE:
YOUTH ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR

DEPARTMENT:
COMMUNICATIONS & ENGAGEMENT

POSITION TYPE:
FULL TIME UNION AUXILLIARY

PAY GRADE:
PAY GRADE 9 (under review)
**LAST UPDATED: OCTOBER 18, 2023 (under review)

NATURE AND SCOPE OF WORK
Reporting to the Manager of Communications & Engagement and working closely with the West Shore
Parks & Recreation Youth Recreation Programmer and local social service providers, the Youth
Engagement Coordinator will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing youth programs to
increase youth engagement in Colwood and foster the well being and success of youth in our community.

One of the primary tasks of the position will be to oversee the compiling and maintenance of a centralized,
client-centred waitlist for youth social services on the West Shore, supporting service providers to match
youth with available services, activities, or groups with the goal of supporting positive mental health and
wellness in a timely way.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Establishing connections with youth social service providers on the West Shore, specifically the

West Shore Parks & Recreation Youth Programmer and the Safe Space program;

Liaising with service providers, youth and families, including those in imminent risk, to support

timely referrals to available and appropriate services;

Assisting with the programming and delivery of West Shore Parks & Recreation Safe Spaces

Youth Programs;

Working in partnership and collaboration with other Youth Service providers to support a

community of practice;

Understanding youth issues within Colwood as described in the Middle Years Report of the

Building Safer Communities Strategy (May 2023);

Develops tactics to engage youth to gather feedback and data to support ongoing

improvements to youth services in Colwood and on the West Shore (through focus groups or
through other engagement tools);

Assist with the development of content for marketing and promotional purposes;
Presents program updates to City staff leadership and Colwood Council; and
Performs other social and community engagement related duties as required.

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MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

University or college degree in Child and Youth Care, Social Work, or a related area.
A minimum of two years' experience working with youth, preferably in an outreach capacity, or

- an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Level 1 First Aid and/or Mental Health First Aid certification(s) is a strong asset
A valid Class 5 BC Driver's License and access to use of a personal vehicle is an asset

vulnerable sector

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Extensive knowledge and understanding of youth services, community resources, and

opportunities for youth.

Experience working with youth in a community setting and knowledge/awareness of atrisk

populations and diverse lifestyles and cultures.

Demonstrated conflict resolution, advocacy, crisis intervention, and mediation skills.
Demonstrated leadership, problemsolving and customer service skills.
Program development, coordination and the ability to gather, interpret and implement

- performance measures.

Ability to monitor and work conscientiously within a budget, as well as maintain records and

- compile reports.

Proven ability to generate new ideas and organize special events within a budget.
Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with a variety of partner agencies;

- social and family problems;

Ability to engage youth in activities;
Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and group facilitation skills.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to work independently with a problemsolving lens.
Demonstrated ability to work well as a part of a team and to bring energy and passion to the work.
Outlook and virtual platforms such as Zoom and Teams) and operate standard office equipment.
The ability to be flexible is key with this role as evening and weekend work may be required.
Adaptability: Willingness to be flexible in a changing environment.
Relationship Building: Establishes and maintains respectful and cooperative working

- relationships

Effective Communication:

Communicates effectively with others.

Problem Solving: Recognizes and acts to resolve problems.
Organization: Organizes the work so that others will understand it and will be able to

achieve the City's goals.

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to achieve corporate goals.