Foundry Kamloops Community Engagement Coordinator

at  Interior Community Services

JOB NUMBER: 2024-30

PROGRAM: Foundry Kamloops
LOCATION: Kamloops, BC
STATUS: Full-time
COMPENSATION: $29.17 - $33.49 per hour (Grid 12 as per collective agreement)
HOURS of WORK: 37.5 hours per week
SCHEDULE: Monday to Friday, Day time hours, flex schedule with occasional evening and weekend work

POSITION OVERVIEW

As the Foundry Community Engagement Coordinator, you will have the exciting opportunity to play a key role in helping develop and establish Foundry Kamloops, working alongside the Foundry Kamloops Manager. Once Foundry Kamloops is launched you will continue to be instrumental in coordinating and facilitating various programs and initiatives, working closely with volunteers, youth, caregivers, and community partners. You will help create a safe and supportive environment where young people can access the services they need. Key Responsibilities include:

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Person-centered, flexible approach to work
• Ability to build rapport and work with diverse populations including youth and young adults facing multiple systemic barriers.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication and active listening skills.
• Ability to network and maintain connections within larger and directly surrounding communities
• Strong knowledge of government and community-based youth, mental health, and physical health programs and related community support resources.
• Collaboration skills to work effectively with other program staff, relevant service providers, and community members.
• Knowledge of social support strategies and integrated case management.
• Ability to work independently and as a productive member of a collaborative team.
• Technological aptitude to self-teach and effectively use software and hardware for program administration, group facilitation, social media activities, etc.
• Strong crisis management skills and ability to uphold health and safety standards while responding to emergencies.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Diploma in a relevant inter-disciplinary field including Social Sciences, Arts, Communications, or other.
• 2+ years of experience in a relevant sector i.e.: Social Services, Health, Community Engagement, etc.
• 1+ year of experience in volunteer coordination.
• Or a combination of relevant education and experience.

REQUIREMENTS

• Valid BC Class 5 driver’s license
• Access to a reliable vehicle with Business Use insurance. (reimbursement available for premium increase)
• Safe Driving Record
• Flexible availability to work occasional evenings or weekends
• Covid-19 vaccination (minimum 2 doses).
• Physical requirements of the job include setting up and taking down booths at events, organizing program spaces, and carrying boxes up to 40 lbs. in weight.
• Consent to Criminal Record Check. (Reimbursement with a receipt upon hire)
• This position requires Union membership.
• Following training is required and provided to the successful candidate free of charge. Existing certification is an asset: Emergency First Aid with CPR, Mandt (2 days), SafeTalk, Safe Food Handling, Naloxone, Anti-Bullying and Harassment, Privacy and Information Sharing

Please refer the Job description for details