Status: Temporary, Full-time

Salary Range: $33.99 to $35.58

Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:30-4:30

Location: Hub / Maple Ridge, BC

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the HUB/Outreach Manager, the Program Coordinator is responsible for managing the daily operations of The HUB is a community space in Maple Ridge. Its dedicated to providing basic needs for the underserved population in the area. The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of the services available in Maple Ridge and possess the flexibility to support their team in any capacity.

This position requires liaising with community partners, including the Ridge Church, overseeing a team of volunteers, staff members, community partners, and peer support workers. Strong organization is critical to maintain the services that are provided at the HUB. Key responsibilities include managing weekly invoicing, daily reporting to external stakeholders, organizing donation pickups, and ensuring smooth communication with all parties involved with the running of the HUB.

The ideal candidate will be meticulous and organized, with a genuine passion for working with underserved communities. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain healthy relationships are essential for success in this role. 

Job Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

BA or Diploma in Mental Health or a related field, with two years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Three years of experience in a mental health setting, with preferably one year of outreach experience. Emergency First Aid Certificate. Current Ministry of Justice Criminal Records Clearance. Class 5 driver's license and access to a vehicle. TB Clearance Medical Certificate. FoodSafe Certificate. WHMIS Certificate.

Knowledge and Abilities:

Strong knowledge of mental illness and outreach experience. Familiarity with available supports in the Maple Ridge community. Proven leadership skills, including the ability to delegate tasks and resolve conflicts. Knowledge of crisis management and intervention principles. Understanding of cultural sensitivities and concurrent disorders. Knowledge of psychosocial rehabilitation principles and housing issues. Ability to work effectively with individuals with mental illnesses. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Physical ability to perform the duties of the position. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Strong interpersonal skills to connect with others and form healthy relationships. Competence in operating related equipment and organizing and prioritizing tasks. Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients and observe and recognize changes in their behavior. Proficiency in computer and administrative skills. Physically and mentally able to perform the duties of the position.

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.

 Why Coast 

We believe in the person, not the disease We operate client-centered care under the principles of psychosocial rehabilitation There is a variety of work within a particular position and within the organization We strive to be the best that we can be We hold Exemplary Status accreditation through Accreditation Canada We have won numerous awards for our innovative programming We care about our employees, and believe in living our values and culture throughout the organization

***Employees of Coast must apply within seven days of the posting date with their internal account (Coast email address registered) to be considered as an internal applicant. Current Coast employees who apply to this posting using external accounts or after the 7 day deadline will be considered as external candidates. Seniority will not apply.***

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.