26-117 Work Experience Facilitator

26-117 August 21, 2026 Competition Number Date of Distribution Electronic Applications must be submitted through Make a Future and include a cover letter and resume by 12:00 p.m. Friday, August 28, 2026. Effective: Immediately Description: Work Experience Facilitator Location: Sardis Secondary School Hourly Rate: $31.16 Shift (subject to change): 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Hours per Day/Week: 7 hours per day / 35 hours per week Months per Year: 12 Deadline Date: Friday, August 28, 2026 Qualifications, experience, training as per class specification. For further information, contact Sharon Bernard, Principal of Sardis Secondary School (604) 858-9424 Please Note: Interested staff members should apply through Make A Future at eafuture.ca and include an updated resume stating experience, qualifications, and at least two current professional references, relating to the class specification. Work Experience Facilitator Private Job Band: 9 Division: 5 (Assistants) Reports to: Work Experience Coordinator or designate Job Summary With minimal direction, the Work Experience Facilitator provides assistance to students in relation to work experience opportunities. He/she works cooperatively with other employees, parents, students and public. Duties And Responsibilities Arranges work experience placement for students by contacting prospective employers and arranging hours of work and transportation. Ensures legal documents and permissions are signed and in order. Monitors and reports the progress of students during work experience. Works alongside students as a job coach. Works with students on a one to one or small group basis to develop job ready skills. Provides guidance, encouragement and support to students in the development of their social and life skills and responsible behaviour. Promotes and maintains positive relationships between the Chilliwack School District and other employers and agencies. Makes presentations to school classes, organizations and businesses Develops and implements incentive programs for students in cooperation with employers. Assesses ability of students and consults with Work Experience Coordinator concerning student placements with employers. Meets with teachers, counsellors, principals, career advisors, parents/guardians and employers concerning student placements and progress. Keeps a record of students' work experience progress. Provides transportation to students for work experience activities. Performs other work experience related or emergent duties. Equipment Used Computer, office equipment and a wide variety of work experience related equipment. Required Knowledge, Ability, Skills High school diploma plus an additional programme over six months up to and including one year or equivalent Over 6 months and up to and including 1 year experience with adolescents and/in a business environment Valid B.C. Class 5 driver's licence and appropriate insurance Basic level word processing skills Intermediate knowledge of computer functions. Knowledge of post secondary prerequisites needed when assisting students with preparation for specific post secondary programs Knowledge of health and safety procedures, including Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System and Workers' Compensation Board regulations. Ability to extend and model patience, care, tolerance and understanding. Ability to apply behavior management strategies to a given situation. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to use courtesy and tact when dealing with the public, parents, staff and students since contacts are a major element of the job requiring considerable communication and human relations skills for such purpose as influencing, persuading, motivating, or negotiating with others, and in dealing with highly sensitive issues. Ability to perform individually and as part of a team. Ability to work with special needs students. Ability to plan and schedule work and organize workload effectively. Originated: July 1, 1994 Revised: May 9, 2014 Revised: September 21, 2016 Work Experience Facilitator

The Work Experience Facilitator arranges and monitors work placements for students by coordinating with employers and providing job coaching. They support students in developing job-ready, social, and life skills while maintaining positive relationships between the school district and external agencies.

Candidates must have a high school diploma plus a specialized program of 6-12 months and up to one year of experience with adolescents or in a business environment. A valid B.C. Class 5 driver's license and basic to intermediate computer skills are required.

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• Job Coaching
• Student Placement
• Behavior Management
• Communication
• Word Processing
• Human Relations
• Case Management
• Public Relations
• Planning and Scheduling
• Special Needs Support

• Education
• Social Services
• Human Resources
• Administrative

Formation minimale

Études secondaires

Expérience minimale

0+ ans

Postuler avant le

20 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

35 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Entry level