If you WANT TO WORK but need support, employment skills, interview techniques and a boost of confidence, this is the OPPORTUNITY FOR YOU!
Pathfinder Youth Centre Society (Surrey) is accepting applications for a 12-week PAID EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM STARTING ON JUNE 29TH, 2026
We will continue posting ads and accepting applications after the start date until all available spaces are filled.
This program provides paid group instruction, one on one support, industry certifications, employment support, paid work experience and offers many additional supports such as transit tickets, nutrition supports, interview clothing and possible completion bonuses.
We are here to help you build your confidence and skills so you can put your best foot forward and move into employment with a great resume and personal support to help you navigate any challenges you are facing.
OUR PROGRAMMING IS A COMBINATION OF IN PERSON INSTRUCTION AND ZOOM VIDEO CONFERENCING. Let us know if you don't have dedicated access to a computer for daily program use, as we can assist.
In order to be considered you must be fully available for the full 12 weeks of the program and must be capable of attending in person according to the program schedule and want to work.
Program participants receive 7-weeks of paid (30 hrs/week @ min wage) group training followed by a 5 week work experience with touchback payments and possible completion bonus for those who qualify.
All certifications and workshops are provided, free of cost, including Foodsafe, WHMIS, Serving it Right, First Aid ( OFA Level 1) and Cashier/Cash handling. If there are additional industry (employment) specific certifications that you would like to have, let us know and we will see if we can accommodate.
The in group portion will run between 9am-3:00pm Monday to Friday. Hours for work experience will vary based on employer requirements.
To be considered for this program, you must:
- Be between the ages of 16 and 30
- Not currently attending school or working full-time
- Legally entitled to work in Canada
- Have employment barriers and need help securing employment
- Have open availability for the duration of the program
- Want to be employed
Let us help you to move forward towards your employment goals!
To apply fill out online application ASAP by COPYING AND PASTING THE ATTACHED LINK https://www.pathfinderyouthsociety.org/apply
We will be contacting suitable candidates by TELEPHONE for intake interviews.
If you have any questions about the program or application process or you're unable to apply online, please contact and we will be happy to help.
P.Y.C.S Surrey: 604-598-2703
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