HR Coordinator of Recruitment and Training at Purpose Society

Lower Mainland Purpose Society for Youth and Families (Purpose Society)

HR Coordinator of Recruitment and Training

Work Site: 40 Begbie Street, New Westminster (in office)

Salary: $27.00

Hours: Full-Time, Maternity Leave Coverage

Reports to: Executive Director

Who We Are

Purpose Society is a community-based multi-service organization dedicated to delivering comprehensive programs for children, youth, and families. We focus on enhancing well-being, strengthening family functioning, and promoting personal responsibility through a client-centered approach. Our services are provided in a safe, respectful environment that values diversity and community connection.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a passionate and committed HR Coordinator of Recruitment and Training to join our innovative team as soon as possible.

Position Overview

The HR Coordinator of Recruitment and Training plays a key role in attracting, hiring, and developing talent that reflects the organization’s mission and values. This position collaborates with managers and program leads to manage the full recruitment process—from posting job opportunities and screening candidates to coordinating onboarding and employee training initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Liaising with agency Program Directors to facilitate end-to-end recruitment of new staff, volunteers and practicum students, including drafting and posting job ads, screening applications, scheduling interviews, and supporting selection processes.
• Prepare interview materials, reference checks, and other documentation, ensuring timely and professional communication with candidates throughout the process
• Support onboarding by preparing new hire packages, coordinating orientation schedules, and ensuring completion of all required documents and training.
• Undertaking volunteer recruitment tasks, including: advertising, attending volunteer fairs, interviewing, completing reference checks, maintaining volunteer files, track and report on volunteer hours, and organize annual volunteer appreciation
• Administrating practicum placements, including: responding to practicum requests, completing all necessary paper work and maintaining practicum student files
• Tracking and coordinating staff Crisis Intervention expiry dates and scheduling Crisis Intervention training
• Providing Crisis Intervention training to staff, volunteers and practicum students
• Tracking staff First Aid expiry dates and arranging First Aid training for staff

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent technical competency (proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, HRIS systems, document and spreadsheets)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with discretion and professionalism
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational/file management skills
• Excellent group facilitation skills

Experience:

• Recruitment and onboarding
• Training facilitation

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:

• Perform meaningful work that directly supports employees and leaders in delivering programs and services to the community.
• Collaborative, values-driven environment with opportunities to learn across recruitment, training, and broader HR functions.

Your work will directly support our programs, which are made possible through sufficient government 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.

Required:

• 3 Professional references from supervisors
• Criminal record check
• Valid First Aid Certificate (OFA1 or equivalent)

How to Apply

Interested candidates should contact our HR Coordinator:

Email: [email protected]