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**Lower Mainland Purpose Society for Youth and Families (Purpose Society)**
New Westminster Overdose Community Action Team (NWOCAT) Project Coordinator
Work Site: 40 Begbie Street, New Westminster
**Salary**: $28.00
Hours: 20-25 hours per week
**Who We Are**
Purpose Society is a community-based, multi-service non-profit organization delivering a continuum of social, health, educational, and residential programs to children, youth, and families across the Lower Mainland. Our mission is to enhance well-being, strengthen family functioning, and promote personal responsibility through a client-centered approach in a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment that values diversity and community connection.
**The Opportunity**
The New Westminster Overdose Community Action Team (NWOCAT) is a collaborative committee established in 2018 to address the overdose crisis in New Westminster. NWOCAT brings together people with lived and living experience of substance use, non-profit organizations, municipal representatives, health professionals, educators, and other service providers. This multidisciplinary team develops and implements local strategies to prevent overdose deaths, improve care, and reduce stigma related to substance use.
**In this role, you will**
As Project Coordinator, you will work within an interdisciplinary team to develop and implement action plans, monitor project progress, support evaluation, and report outcomes. The role involves active collaboration with stakeholders-including individuals with lived experience and service providers from various sectors-to create effective, community-based solutions to the overdose crisis.
**What You'll Do**
- Develop and implement action plans for NWOCAT initiatives
- Monitor and ensure project progress and notify the team of delays or risks in a timely manner
- Conduct asset mapping and gap analysis of services provided in New Westminster
- Ensure all projects are on track; CAT notified of delays/risks raising in a timely manner
- Develop the NWOCAT Strategic Plan with a focus on sustainability
- Create a Communications Strategy and coordinate anti-stigma events in partnership with the Peer Coordinator and people with lived or living experience with substance use
- Coordinate monthly CAT meetings (including administrative tasks)
- Maintain existing partnerships and facilitate new collaborations
- Identify and pursue additional funding for the implementation of opioid overdose related projects by writing and submitting grant proposals
**What We Are Looking For**
- Degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, Community Development, Business or related field, and/ or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
- Minimum 3 years of related experience in project management, community development and engagement, population health, community capacity building, program evaluation, community health and well-being, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
- Experience working with diverse populations and multiple stakeholders including people with lived and living experience with substance use
- Proven ability to manage projects and deliver outcomes on time and within budget
- Skilled in facilitating multi-stakeholder collaborative initiatives with cultural safety and humility
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills for managing multiple projects and tasks
- Availability for evening and weekend work as required
**Required**:
- 3 Professional references from supervisors
- Criminal record check
- Valid First Aid Certificate (Basic Emergency First Aid with CPR-A or equivalent)
**Why Work With Us**
Join our mission-driven organization and help create positive change in people's lives. By working with us, you'll be part of a dedicated team that:
- Provides essential services to vulnerable populations
- Fosters personal growth and healthy decision-making
- Contributes to community well-being in the Lower Mainland
Your work will directly support our programs, which are made possible through generous donations and community support. If you are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a dynamic, values-driven team, the Lower Mainland Purpose Society for Youth and Families is the place for you.
**How to Apply**
**Job Type**: Part-time
Pay: $28.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 - 25 per week
**Benefits**:
- Casual dress
- Company events
Flexible language requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
