53 Youth Programs jobs in Canada

Job Description

Status: Permanent, Full-time

Range: $33.99 to $35.58

Location: Rivers Reach, Maple Ridge, BC

Schedule: 23:00-07:00 Sunday to Thursday

Job Summary
The Program Coordinator is responsible for assisting in the day to day operations and maintenance of the program, by developing, implementing and evaluating programs, staff & client management, strategic plans, goals, objectives and policies. The position will perform such tasks as referral and vacancy management, administrative tasks, providing supervision to a staff group and ensuring program maintenance and safety. In addition to this the position the Program Coordinator is responsible for supporting the direct delivery of support services to clients by ensuring that staff deliver program and support services, and enable clients to enter, maintain and exit programs when appropriate.

Required Qualifications

• BA or Diploma in Mental Health or related field and two years experience or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Three years in a mental health setting, including one of those years being supervisory experience and one year of program development and evaluation.
• Class 5 driver's license and access to a vehicle
• Ability to provide/obtain the following upon hire:
  • Emergency First Aid Certificate and CPR
  • Criminal Records Clearance through the Ministry of Justice
  • WHMIS Certificate
  • TB Clearance (done within past 6 months)

Knowledge and Abilities

• The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of mental illness and treatment modalities, and has kept current with new developments in mental health.Proven leadership skills with the ability to delegate and resolve conflict.

• Knowledge of the principles underlying crisis management and intervention.

• Knowledge of culturally sensitivities.

• Knowledge of concurrent disorders.

• Knowledge of psychosocial rehabilitation principles.

• Knowledge of housing issues and community resources.

• Ability to work with people with a mental illness.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

• Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others.

• Ability to operate related equipment.

• Ability to organize and prioritize.

• Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients.

• Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients.

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

• Is physically and mentally able to perform the duties.

• Computer and administration skills are required

About Coast

Coast Mental Health (Coast) is one of the largest mental health non-profit societies in Canada and operates a large array of innovative housing and community-based rehabilitation services for people with a mental illness living in and around Vancouver. Coast operates in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia providing approximately 1000 people with supportive housing and 4000 clients living in the community with a wide variety of programs and services.

Coast fosters a client-driven, recovery-oriented environment that promotes restoring health, personal growth and a return to society for individuals with a mental illness through advocacy and providing direct programs and services. Coast is deeply invested in cultural safety, reconciliation, and anti-racism. Our employees receive training on cultural humility, trauma-informed practice, and inclusive leadership. We strive to reflect the communities we serve and value lived experience alongside professional qualifications.

Why Coast

• We recognize safety as a top priority for the organization.
• We believe in our people and recognize hard work.
• We operate client-centered care under the principles of psychosocial rehabilitation.
• We offer a variety of work placement opportunities within the organization.
• We strive to be the best that we can be.
• We hold Exemplary Standing with Accreditation Canada.
• We have been recognized with numerous awards for our innovative programming.
• We care about our employees, and believe in living our values and culture throughout the organization

Some of the Benefits we Offer

• 100% employer-paid benefits for employees and their families.
• Vision Care, Dental Care, Prescription Drugs, Naturopath, Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Group Life, Massage therapy, Physiotherapy, and Unlimited Out-of-Province and Out-of-Country Emergencies.
• General sick-leave accruals.
• Long-term disability programs. Short-term disability programs available to exempt positions only.
• 5 days of paid leave for Indigenous Employees for Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual events per year.
• 8 weeks of paid leave for gender affirming care for medical procedures for transgender and gender diverse employees, cumulative total.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program, which includes personal counselling, Life Coaching, Financial Coaching, Legal Referral and Advisory Services, and Health Coaching. In addition, Coast provides a cognitive behavioural therapy program (CBT abilities program) and Headversity for managing a variety of life issues and includes self-paced therapeutic support.
• Municipal Pension Plan with guaranteed lifetime monthly pension when you retire. More information can be found at:

***For any unionized positions, current/internal Coast employees must apply within seven (7) days of the posting date with their internal UKG account (using their Coast email address), in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Current/internal Coast employees who apply to a unionized position using an external account (or email), or after the seven (7) day deadline will be considered an external candidate. In this case, seniority will not be considered.***

Coast Mental Health is committed to creating a culture of diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion or disability.

Job Description

Salary: $66,656 - $70,716

We are seeking a full-time Program Coordinators for the Central Alberta region. In this role, you will build relationships with local industry to increase awareness of the benefits of mentoring local youth and create opportunities for high school students to apprentice and intern in their companies. Reporting to the Regional Manager, you will build community engagement by opening employment opportunities for students to engage in Work Integrated Learning and work in partnership with local school divisions.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Connect with new and existing employers regarding programs and internship opportunities including Indigenous youth engagement opportunities.
• Establish and maintain positive, long-term working relationships with diverse stakeholders, including employers, employer associations, students, schools, educators, Indigenous communities and other partners.
• Manage student internship programs including employer recruitment, coordination of placements with schools.
• Present the CAREERS student awareness workshops to students, in person or online, throughout the schools in the region promoting all CAREERS programs (Skilled Trades/RAP, Indigenous Youth Internship Program, Young Women in Trades, Health, Agriculture, Forestry, and Information and Communications Technology).
• Present information to individuals and groups.
• Identify community sector needs and resources; and implement plans for CAREERS programs.
• Collaborate with team members and assist with CAREERS events to produce results and promote CAREERS.

Skills and Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, energetic, and able to engage with employer representatives at all levels of an organization.
• Results-oriented sales history with a proven track record of success and demonstrated ability to build partnerships.
• Related experience and/or education in business, industry, education, or career development.
• Possess strong time management, organization, and coordination skills.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Active in community engagement and/or community volunteerism.
• Strong user of Microsoft, and customer relationship management databases
• Experienced and efficient at computer-based tracking of daily activities and calendar activities.
• Satisfactory criminal and child welfare checks are required.
• A valid drivers license and reliable vehicle are essential.

This opportunity is open until a suitable candidate is found. We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

CAREERS: The Next Generation is a unique, non-profit organization raising youth awareness of career options and helping students earn while they learn through internship. We partner with government, educators, communities, industry, parents, and students to introduce youth to rewarding careers and develop the skilled workers of the future.

Job Description

Salary: $61,000 - $68,656

We are seeking a full-time Program Coordinator for the Northwest Region. In this role, you will build relationships with local industry to increase awareness of the benefits of mentoring local youth and create opportunities for high school students to apprentice and intern in their companies.

Reporting to the Regional Manager - Northwest Alberta, you will build community engagement by providing student awareness presentations and internship support to schools.

This is a remote position. Preferred home base locations include High Prairie, Slave Lake, Falher, and Peace River; however, candidates from other communities across Northwestern Alberta are also encouraged to apply.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Present the CAREERS student awareness workshops to students, in person or online, throughout the schools in the region promoting all CAREERS programs (RAP, Indigenous Youth Career Pathways, Young Women in Trades, Health, and Information and Technology).
• Manage student internship programs including employer recruitment, coordination of placements with schools and monitoring student progress.
• Present information to individuals and groups.
• Connect with new and existing employers regarding programs and internship opportunities including Indigenous youth engagement opportunities.
• Establish and maintain positive, long term working relationships with diverse stakeholders, including employers, employer associations, students, parents, schools, educators, Indigenous communities and other partners.
• Identify community sector needs and resources; and implement plans for CAREERS programs.
• Collaborate with team members and assist with CAREERS events to produce results and promote CAREERS.

Skills and Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, energetic, and able to engage with employer representatives at all levels of an organization.
• Results oriented sales history with a proven track record of success and demonstrated ability to build partnerships.
• Related experience and/or education in business, industry, education, or career development.
• Possess strong time management, organization, and coordination skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Active in community engagement and/or community volunteerism.
• Strong user of Microsoft Excel, Word, and customer relationship management databases
• Consistent access to stable high-speed internet and reliable cellular service is required.
• Experienced and efficient at computer-based tracking of daily activities and calendar activities.
• Satisfactory criminal and child welfare checks are required.
• A valid drivers license and reliable vehicle are essential. This position will require regular travel throughout the Region.

This opportunity is open until a suitable candidate is found. We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Description

Salary: $61,000 - $70,716

We are seeking a full-time Program Coordinator for the Lethbridge region. In this role, you will build relationships with local industry to increase awareness of the benefits of mentoring local youth and create opportunities for high school students to apprentice and intern in their companies. Reporting to the Regional Manager, you will build community engagement by opening employment opportunities for students to engage in Work Integrated Learning and work in partnership with local school divisions.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Connect with new and existing employers regarding programs and internship opportunities including Indigenous youth engagement opportunities.
• Present the CAREERS student awareness workshops to students, in person or online, throughout the schools in the region promoting all CAREERS programs (RAP, Indigenous Youth Career Pathways, Young Women in Trades, Health, and Information and Technology).
• Manage student internship programs including employer recruitment, coordination of placements with schools and monitoring student progress.
• Present information to individuals and groups.
• Connect with new and existing employers regarding programs and internship opportunities including Indigenous youth engagement opportunities.
• Establish and maintain positive, long term working relationships with diverse stakeholders, including employers, employer associations, students, parents, schools, educators, Indigenous communities and other partners.
• Identify community sector needs and resources; and implement plans for CAREERS programs.
• Collaborate with team members and assist with CAREERS events to produce results and promote CAREERS.

Skills and Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, energetic, and able to engage with employer representatives at all levels of an organization.
• Results oriented sales history with a proven track record of success and demonstrated ability to build partnerships.
• Related experience and/or education in business, industry, education, or career development.
• Possess strong time management, organization, and coordination skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Active in community engagement and/or community volunteerism.
• Strong user of Microsoft Excel, Word, and customer relationship management databases
• Experienced and efficient at computer-based tracking of daily activities and calendar activities.
• Satisfactory criminal and child welfare checks are required.
• A valid drivers license and reliable vehicle are essential.

This opportunity is open until a suitable candidate is found. We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Design a Life You Love – Work From Anywhere

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At Bloom with Narelle , we support individuals—especially educators, parents, career changers, and lifelong learners—who are ready to step into more freedom, fulfillment, and flexibility. If you're passionate about mindset, personal development, and creating a meaningful impact, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.

As a Remote Program Coordinator, you will:

• Connect daily with incoming inquiries and guide the right individuals through a proven process
• Attend empowering weekly Zoom meetings (live or recorded) for growth, clarity, and connection
• Share your voice across digital platforms and support the team in optimizing performance
• Embrace continuous personal and professional development
• Work in a performance-based structure, with flexibility to shape your schedule

This is a remote role where your time, energy, and success are in your control—perfect for self-motivated individuals seeking more autonomy and a lifestyle aligned with their values.

• A spark of initiative and drive to raise the bar for yourself and others
• Strong organization and self-management in a remote setting
• Confidence in communication and solution-focused thinking
• A deep love for personal growth and helping others unlock their potential
• A desire to create a life of freedom, joy, and impact—on your terms

Whether you're balancing family life, planning your next travel adventure, or transitioning from traditional work, this opportunity offers the space to thrive.

You’ve spent your life helping others succeed. Now it’s your turn. Let’s create something extraordinary—together.

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