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arc programs – Behaviour Consultant
| arc programs – Behaviour Consultant
Agency Name
arc programs
Agency Location
Kelowna BC
Contact Person
Emma Crosthwaite
Region
Central Okanagan
Position/Job Title
Behaviour Consultant
Program
Specialized Care
Service Area
Kelowna BC
Description
arc programs is currently accepting applications for a Behaviour Consultant to join the Specialized Care team.

The Behaviour Consultant will provide training, clinical consultation and programming support for Program Coordinators and staff; conduct functional assessments, and create Personal Behaviour Support Plans (PBSP’s), and service plans for children and youth participating in the Specialized Care program.

RESPONSIBILITIES >

The successful candidate will:

Build strong, supportive relationships with the youth and their family / caregivers.
Provide clinical oversight and consultation to Program Coordinators and staff.
Conduct comprehensive Functional Behaviour Assessments to assess specific behavioral challenges and skill deficits.
Write PBSP’s to address behavior challenges and skill deficits identified in Functional Assessments.
Provide training and support to Program Coordinators and staff in the effective implementation of the child / youth’s PBSP and Individual Service Plans.
Provide a range of support, training, and consultation to improve the youth’s development and functioning in activities of daily living, such as social emotional learning, language and communication, sleep health, sexual health, social skills, school, domestic skills and community / leisure / recreational engagement, and mental health.
Demonstrate a high level of collaboration and cooperation with MCFD, involved service providers, Program Coordinators and staff.
Work closely with the Program Director to support best practices and effective service provision / operations in Specialized Care homes.
Implement and maintain required case management and clinical records.

Other responsibilities include:

Providing culturally safe and agile, trauma informed services.
Applying an attachment-based and developmental practice lens.
Job Posting Date
2024-07-03
Educational Qualifications
A Master’s degree in Applied Behaviour Analysis or MEd in Special Education is preferred.
A Bachelor’s degree in Applied Behaviour Analysis or Bachelor of Science in Psychology.
A bachelor’s degree in a related discipline (BSW / BA-Psychology / BA- CYC etc.) will be considered with experience directly related to working with Child and Youth with Support Needs (CYSN) clients, such as:
Behaviour Consultant or Intervention Services
Child, youth and family services program
Child and Youth Mental Health program

Candidates must possess a valid BC Driver's License, and a sound personal vehicle with local insurance to provide outreach support, and transportation for families when required.

Successful applicants will be subject to a screening process, including a criminal record search, and MCFD-HUB Screening to confirm suitability for the position.
Experience and Skills
Other Skills and Attributes:

Previous behaviour consultation experience, ideally supporting youth living in staffed resources.
Clinical supervision experience.
Knowledge and demonstrated understanding of attachment-based theory.
Well-versed in child development, developmental delays, neurodiversity, ASD, FASD and complex support needs.
Demonstrated competencies in behaviour analytic assessment and intervention.
Familiar with IHCAN assessments, and recommended interventions.
Ability to establish trusting relationships with children, youth, and families / caregivers.
Experience working as a part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Days and Hours of Work
Full-Time, Permanent Averaging 35-hours per-week. Service hours will be delivered on a flexible basis, and may include evening and weekend hours to accommodate the needs of the program and / or clients served.
Wage & Salary
$44.25 - $47.50 / hour based on relevant experience and education.
Benefits
Upon successful completion of a probationary period, full-time employees (minimum 20- hours per week) are eligible for a full benefit package (including dental plan, vision coverage, life insurance, extended medical coverage, long-term disability plan, and RRSP or TFSA contributions). Probationary employees accrue paid vacation time at 4%. Permanent (non-probationary) employees accrue paid vacation and sick time at 5.8%, with incremental increases to vacation time accrual based on years of service.
Expected Start Date
2024-08-01
Application Requirements
arc programs is an equal-opportunity employer. We promote the diversity of our staff teams and requires all employees to demonstrate cultural agility and safety to the diversity of all populations we serve.

For more information about the Specialized Care Program, and about arc programs, please check out our website at arcprograms.com

Please be aware that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

How to Submit Application
Submissions through the careers page on our website are strongly preferred.
arcprograms.com/careers/

Application Deadline
This position will remain open until filled
Archway Community Services – Resettlement Worker
| Archway Community Services – Resettlement Worker
Agency Name
Archway Community Services
Agency Location
Abbotsford
Contact Person
Kim Ppollard
Position/Job Title
Resettlement Worker
Program
Resettlement Assistance Program (RAP)
Description
Job Summary:
The Resettlement Worker provides resettlement assistance services (RAP) to Government-Assisted Refugee (GAR) clients under the Resettlement Assistance Program, in their first language, as prescribed by Immigrant Refugees Citizenship Canada (IRCC). The Resettlement Worker delivers RAP orientation sessions, arranges for language training, and other assistance to facilitate the clients’ transition from RAP to Settlement Services, following established policies and procedures.
Your Role:
Archway’s Resettlement Worker with the Resettlement Assistance Program (RAP) contributes by:
• Delivering services to Government Assisted Refugees (GAR) in their first language, including but not limited to assessing clients’ needs, conducting intake and orientations, and assisting in completing applications for mandatory and other relevant programs and benefits such as social insurance numbers, child tax benefits, etc.
• Facilitating the delivery of other services such as temporary accommodation, opening of bank accounts, assisting with medical related services, translating Resettlement Assistance Program documents, and accompanying clients to appointments, as needed.
• Acting as a cultural broker and facilitating communication between clients and other staff and/or partners, and ensuring clients are aware of their appointment schedules.
• Preparing and maintaining up-to-date files, statistical information about the Program, and database documentation on each client.
• Communicating with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada officers, other government agencies, staff, and partners to resolve clients' issues and ensuring clients are given timely access to programs, benefits and personal documents.
• Ensuring that clients are oriented to their rights and responsibilities within Canadian culture and norms; basic public services; and community resources (i.e., legal, educational, medical care and social service systems). immigrants build a future in C
• Organizing and facilitating group orientation sessions on community resources and community related events for clients.
NOTE: This position is a great fit for someone who is knowledgeable of the barriers which refugees face, keeps abreast of current developments affecting refugee settlement, and has the language abilities of Arabic, Swahili, Spanish or Somali.
Job Posting Date
2025-05-09
Application Deadline
2025-05-25
Educational Qualifications
• A post-secondary degree in Human/Social Services OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience and Skills
• Experience in working through resettlement needs and issues experienced by multi-barrier immigrants and refugees.
• Related experience in a client-oriented position preferably targeting refugees.
• Experience in facilitating groups.
• Strong knowledge of community-based programs and related systems that support newcomers to Canada.
• Language abilities with Swahili, Spanish, Arabic or Somali.
• Well developed written, verbal, and active listening skills; able to communicate effectively and respectfully with people from a variety of cultural and linguistic backgrounds and abilities, including English as a second language abilities.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and time constraints to effectively deal with high need clients and urgent situations.
• Understanding and sensitivity to issues affecting immigrant and refugee communities.
• Demonstrated crisis intervention skills.
• Knowledge of current legislation, services, information, and issues affecting refugee newcomers, supplemented by a broad knowledge of community resources.
• Strong computer competency: able to use Windows Microsoft Office 365 and virtual meeting platforms such as Microsoft Teams and Zoom.
• The ability to work occasionally on evenings and weekends.
• Ability to conduct in-person meetings with partners and stakeholders in the Fraser Valley, which will require extensive driving.
• Access to a personal reliable vehicle for program-related driving, and ability to be insured according to Archway’s transportation policy.
• Ability to interact with people who have encountered traumatic experiences.
• Ability to adhere to health and safety protocols.
• A valid First Aid certificate is a condition of employment.
• A valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record is a condition of employment.
• Obtain and maintain a satisfactory criminal record check is a condition of employment.
Days and Hours of Work
A full-time position at 35 hours per week, availability Mondays to Fridays, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with some evening and weekend work required.
Wage & Salary
$25.00 to $27.00 per hour
Benefits
o Three weeks pro-rated vacation. o Three pro-rated wellness days per year. o Pro-rated sick leave days per year. o Opportunity to exchange a statutory holiday for a cultural day celebration. o A great benefits plan including extended health and dental; you choose your plan. o Employee and Family Assistance Program. o Access to online wellness resources including newsletters, physical health videos, and wellness events. o Free use of Archway’s wellness equipment. o Great in-house training opportunities. o Business insurance and associated mileage costs for program-related driving is covered by Archway. o Rewarding work in a positive and supportive environment.
How to Submit Application
TO APPLY
Interested applicants are to reference Posting #2025-160-02 in the subject line.
Please submit your cover letter and resume to:
Email: jobpostings@archway.ca
Subject: Job Posting #2025-160-02
Archway Community Services – BC and Yukon LIP Network Convener
| Archway Community Services – BC and Yukon LIP Network Convener
Agency Name
Archway Community Services
Agency Location
Abbotsford
Contact Person
Kim Pollard
Position/Job Title
BC and Yukon LIP Network Convener
Program
BC/Yukon Network Local Immigration Partnership (LIP)
Description
Job Summary:
Join us in a pivotal role as the British Columbia and Yukon Local Immigration Partnership (LIP) Convener, where you will be the driving force behind collaborative efforts to ensure the successful integration of newcomers into our vibrant communities. Working closely with the LIP Conveners from Surrey and South Okanagan at the Regional Operation Office (ROC), this position is an opportunity to lead the development, execution, and evaluation of strategic initiatives that enhance the social, economic, and cultural integration of immigrants and refugees throughout British Columbia and Yukon. You will also provide administrative support to the Abbotsford Local Immigration Partnership (ALIP) by providing online and social media updates, writing newsletters and reports, preparing documents for marketing and communications, preparing and responding to e-mails, and assisting with other program administrative tasks.

Your Role:
Archway’s BC Yukon LIP Support Worker with the BC/Yukon Network Local Immigration Partnership (LIP) contributes by:
• Spearheading or assisting in the creation of an annual collaborative plan in consultation with LIP community partners, setting the course for impactful initiatives.
• Identifying or assisting in identifying and prioritizing needs, opportunities, and strategic directions for local immigration partnerships to foster innovation and progress.
• Assisting in cultivating strong relationships and collaborates with local governments, community organizations, businesses, and service providers to amplify integration efforts.
• Assisting in organizing and facilitating engaging meetings with community partners and LIP Coordinators to collaboratively address progress, challenges, and emerging opportunities.
• Overseeing or assisting in the planning and execution of bi-annual BCY LIP/RIF networking conferences, ensuring dynamic content development, seamless logistics, and active participant engagement.
• Assisting in the monitoring and evaluation of program effectiveness, providing insightful recommendations for improvement grounded in feedback and data analysis.
• Sharing best practices for immigrant and refugee integration, sharing invaluable knowledge and resources to enhance the capacity of local organizations to serve newcomers effectively.
• Assisting in developing and disseminates compelling communication materials that inform community partners and the community about the LIP’s initiatives and achievements, fostering transparency and engagement.
• Assisting in preparing regular, insightful reports on program activities, outcomes, and financials to be shared with partners, funders, and the community, ensuring accountability and open communication.
• Planning and assisting in the implementation of workshops, training and education to businesses, community organizations, school classes, youth/adult programs, and newcomers who have experienced discrimination.
• Communicating and managing correspondence, reminders, follow-ups and logistical needs for meetings and events.
• Ensuring the programs’ online social media presence, and provides regular online and social media updating, including updating the Media and Communications Strategic Plan.
• Writing newsletters and other correspondence relating to the programs.
• Responding to inquiries from the public, in person, via e-mail, or over the phone, and addresses needs.
• Designing posters and brochures in partnership with Marketing and Communications to promote the programs.
This position is a great fit for someone who wants to play a vital role in shaping the future of our communities by supporting the successful integration of newcomers!
Job Posting Date
2025-04-23
Application Deadline
2025-05-10
Educational Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, human services, public administration, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in social sciences, human services, public administration, or a related field is preferred.
Experience and Skills
• Proven and demonstrated experience in community engagement, program development, and management, preferably within a multicultural environment.
• Experience in managing data.
• Experience in networking and building and maintaining relationships with clients and community partners.
• A strong understanding of immigration policies, integration challenges, and the resources available for newcomers in British Columbia and Yukon.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with an innate ability to build lasting relationships with diverse community partners.
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills; adept at juggling multiple priorities and balance and manage competing projects efficiently.
• Strong skills with Microsoft Office 365, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint to create reports, budgets, presentations, and communication with Archway staff, clients, and community partners.
• Knowledge and ability to use database programs and reporting tools.
• Skills in using virtual meeting platforms such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams.
• Ability to speak a second language an asset, with a preference to those who are able to communicate in French.
• Skills in writing reports and newsletters.
• Ability to use social media platforms.
• A satisfactory Criminal Records Check is a condition of employment.
Days and Hours of Work
A part-time position at 30 hours per week, availability Mondays to Fridays, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Wage & Salary
$27.00 to $30.00 per hour (depending on experience).
Benefits
o Three weeks’ pro-rated vacation. o Pro-rated three wellness days per year. o Pro-rated sick leave days per year. o Opportunity to exchange a statutory holiday for a cultural day celebration. o A great benefits plan including extended health and dental; you choose your plan. o Employee and Family Assistance Program. o Access to online wellness resources including newsletters, physical health videos, and wellness events. o Free use of Archway’s wellness equipment. o Great in-house training opportunities. o Business insurance and associated mileage costs for program-related driving is covered by Archway. o Rewarding work in a positive environment. o Work/Life balance.
How to Submit Application
TO APPLY
Interested applicants are to reference Posting #2025-252-02 in the subject line.
Please submit your cover letter and resume to:
Email: jobpostings@archway.ca
Subject: Job Posting #2025-252-02
Archway Community Services – CSJ Administrative Assistant
| Archway Community Services – CSJ Administrative Assistant
Agency Name
Archway Community Services
Agency Location
Abbotsford
Contact Person
Kim Pollard
Position/Job Title
CSJ Administrative Assistant
Program
Central Support
Description
This position is funded through Canada Summer Jobs, which has certain requirements and encourages the hiring of youth in the following categories to apply, disabilities, Indigenous, Black, racialized youth, and youth in the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

Youth must meet the following criteria:
• Must be between the ages of 16 and 30, at the time of their start of employment at Archway.
• Must be a Canadian citizen, immigrant with permanent residency status, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada according to the relevant provincial/territorial legislation and regulations.
• NOTE: International students are not eligible for this program.

The Canada Summer Jobs program objectives are to:
 provide quality experiences for youth;
 respond to national and local priorities to improve access to the labour market for youth who face unique barriers to employment, i.e., youth who are early leavers of high school; not in employment, education or training; are underemployed; Black, and other racialized youth; youth with disabilities; Indigenous youth; 2SLGBTQ+ youth;
 provide opportunities for youth to develop and improve their skills.
Job Summary:
The CSJ Administrative Assistant – Reception and Office Support – provides administrative support for the agency. The CSJ Administrative Assistant will bring a high level of flexibility and enthusiasm to a position containing a wide variety of tasks and challenges. Also, the CSJ Administrative Assistant will demonstrate a level of experience that will allow them to act with a high degree of tact in dealing with the public, staff, and community partners. The CSJ Administrative Assistant will need to be able to deal effectively, pleasantly, and calmly under pressure and in emergency situations. The CSJ Administrative Assistant will also be required to handle cash.

Your Role:
Archway’s CSJ Administrative Assistant with the Central Support Program contributes by:
• Performing a variety of reception duties, including assisting clients and providing resources and referrals.
• Answering phones and redirecting calls.
• Greeting clients and walk-ins.
• Answering questions, providing information and referrals.
• Printing documents, making photocopies, sending and receiving faxes, and laminating printed material.
• Processing incoming and outgoing mail.
• Ensuring sufficient supplies are on hand to meet demand.
• Ensuring all machines are stocked daily with paper.
• Assisting with creating photo ID tags for new Archway employees and volunteers.
• Assisting with room bookings and meeting services.
This position is a great fit for someone who has great customer service skills, enjoys meeting with members of the public, is able to multi-task, and has good listening skills to understand requests and redirect to the appropriate person for response.

Our Offer
• Wage: $18.00 per hour.
• A full-time position at 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
• Temporary for 8 weeks, starting in early June 2025.
Job Posting Date
2025-04-25
Application Deadline
2025-05-09
Experience and Skills
• Experience in customer service and office administration is an asset.
• Strong verbal, written, and active listening communication skills; able to communicate clearly and respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and varying levels of English.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office 365, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to speak a second language is an asset.
• Willingness to learn Archway's various policies and procedures.
• Willingness to learn how to use a multi-line switchboard.
• Willingness to learn about Archway’s various programs and their associated contacts.
• Ability to effectively interact in a diplomatic, collaborative, professional and results oriented manner.
• Ability for direct, in-person contact with on-site staff and clients; adherence to health and safety protocols is required.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time and extended screen/keyboard use.
• Ability to interact with people in challenging situations.
• Ability to efficiently switch tasks in a busy environment.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Eligibility to meet Canada Summer Jobs requirements of being between 16 to 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period; be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment; have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada. International students are not eligible participants, including anyone who is temporarily in Canada for studies and who is not a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person who has been granted refugee status in Canada. Youth awaiting a refugee status ruling, as well as those who hold a temporary visitor visa, youth visa or work visa are not eligible.
• A satisfactory criminal records check is a condition of employment which Archway will make arrangements for the successful candidates.
Days and Hours of Work
35 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Wage & Salary
$18.00 per hour
Benefits
 Great in-house training opportunities.  Build your experience in the field of reception and office administration.  Rewarding work in a positive environment
How to Submit Application
TO APPLY
Interested applicants are to reference Posting #CSJ-2025-10-01 in the subject line.
Please submit your cover letter and resume to:
Email: jobpostings@archway.ca
Subject: Job Posting #CSJ-2025-10-01
Archway Community Services – CSJ Starfish Pack Program Assistant
| Archway Community Services – CSJ Starfish Pack Program Assistant
Agency Name
Archway Community Services
Agency Location
Abbotsford
Contact Person
Kim Pollard
Position/Job Title
CSJ Starfish Pack Program Assistant
Program
Food Bank
Description
This position is funded through Canada Summer Jobs, which has certain requirements and encourages the hiring of youth with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, other racialized youth, and youth in the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

Youth must meet the following criteria:
• Must be between the ages of 16 and 30, at the time of their start of employment at Archway.
• Must be a Canadian citizen, immigrant with permanent residency status, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada according to the relevant provincial/territorial legislation and regulations.
• NOTE: International students are not eligible for this program.

The Canada Summer Jobs program objectives are to:
 provide quality experiences for youth;
 respond to national and local priorities to improve access to the labour market for youth who face unique barriers to employment, i.e., youth who are early leavers of high school; not in employment, education or training; are underemployed; Black, and other racialized youth; youth with disabilities; Indigenous youth; 2SLGBTQ+ youth;
 provide opportunities for youth to develop and improve their skills.

Job Summary:
The CSJ Starfish Pack Program Assistant, Food Bank, will work with the Starfish Pack Coordinator to oversee the Program including creating and costing food menus for the school and summer Starfish Pack Program. The Program Assistant will also support food distribution activities for Food Bank operations and Archway events.
Your Role:
Archway’s CSJ Starfish Pack Program Assistant with the Food Bank contributes by:
• Communicating with schools, volunteers, and all Starfish parents/caregivers by phone, e-mail, and in person.
• Contacting all Starfish Pack locations to provide support for the Program.
• Drafting communication messages for newsletters and Archway’s website.
• Assisting in registering and onboarding all clients, Starfish Pack locations, and participating schools for the summer Starfish Pack food hampers.
• Working with the Food Bank drivers to ensure distribution of food packages and food hampers.
• Ensuring accurate and timely food orders (quantity and quality) are placed on a weekly or bi-weekly basis.
• Assisting in planning and updating the menus for the Back-to-School Starfish Pack Backpack Program for the fall.
This position is a great fit for someone who is interested in helping create food hampers for school-based children, has a passion for helping those in need, and who understands the hardships for low-income families who struggle to put food on the table.
Our Offer
• Wage: $19.00 per hour.
• A full-time position at 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Some evening or weekend work may be required.
• Temporary for 8 weeks, starting in June 2025.
Job Posting Date
2025-05-01
Application Deadline
2025-05-11
Educational Qualifications
• A diploma or degree in Human or Social Services or a related field is an asset.
Experience and Skills
• A combination of education and work experience in a related field is an asset.
• Experience in program coordination an asset.
• Experience in working in a position that addresses food security an asset.
• A valid Class 5 BC Driver’s license and satisfactory driver’s record.
• The use of a personal, reliable car for program-related driving.
• First Aid Certification is an asset.
• Good networking and relationship building skills; able to build rapport with clients, volunteers, and community partners.
• Understanding of basic food needs, including dietary, cultural and nutritional requirements.
• Ability to work well with people from a variety of cultural backgrounds, including Indigenous populations.
• Ability to have direct, in-person contact with on-site staff and clients; adherence to health and safety protocols is required.
• The ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• The ability to sit for extended periods and screen/keyboard use.
• Ability to interact with people in challenging situations and in various stages of trauma response.
• The ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary collaborative team.
• The ability to work in person during regular working hours Monday to Friday, and flexibility to work some evenings or Saturdays as required.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Competency with computers; able to use Microsoft Office 365, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to use virtual meeting platforms such as Microsoft Teams and Zoom.
• Eligibility to meet Canada Summer Jobs requirements of being between 16 to 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period; be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment; have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada. International students are not eligible participants, including anyone who is temporarily in Canada for studies and who is not a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person who has been granted refugee status in Canada. Youth awaiting a refugee status ruling, as well as those who hold a temporary visitor visa, youth visa or work visa are not eligible.
• A satisfactory criminal records check is a condition of employment which Archway will make arrangements for the successful candidates.
Days and Hours of Work
35 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Some evening or weekend work may be required.
Wage & Salary
$19.00 per hour.
Benefits
Perks include:  Great in-house training opportunities.  Build your experience in the field of food justice, food security, and food sovereignty.  Rewarding work in a positive environment
Expected Start Date
2025-06-09
How to Submit Application
TO APPLY
Interested applicants are to reference Posting #CSJ-2025-135-01 in the subject line.
Please submit your cover letter and resume to:
Email: jobpostings@archway.ca
Subject: Job Posting #CSJ-2025-135-01
Archway Community Services – Legal Advocate – Poverty Law
| Archway Community Services – Legal Advocate – Poverty Law
Agency Name
Archway Community Services
Agency Location
Abbotsford
Contact Person
Kim Pollard
Position/Job Title
Legal Advocate - Poverty Law
Program
Community Legal Advocacy Centre
Description
Job Summary:
The Legal Advocate – Poverty Law provides direct front-line support to clients experiencing poverty law issues in order to increase access to justice. The Legal Advocate also provides information, education, and advocacy to support increased understanding/realization of legal rights, legal empowerment, and increased awareness of collaborative options. Legal areas covered include but are not limited to, income security, tenancy issues, debt and consumer law, employment law.
Community Legal Advocacy Centre : Archway Community Services
Your Role:
Archway’s Legal Advocate – Poverty Law with the Community Legal Advocacy Centre contributes by:
• Supporting clients to understand their legal rights and responsibilities and resolving their legal issues.
• Interviewing and assessing client poverty legal issues and determining courses of action.
• Providing information, insight, and advocacy and if appropriate, representation at a tribunal level.
• Providing clients with legal information and assistance (e.g., income assistance, housing - residential tenancy and employment standards and disability applications).
• Assisting clients with completing applications, forms, tribunal appeal documents and letters as appropriate.
• Supporting and encouraging clients to engage in self-advocacy (providing self-help material).
This position is a great fit for someone who is compassionate and understands the barriers clients face when accessing justice.
Our Offer
• Wage: $28.00 per hour
• A permanent, full-time position at 35 hours per week, availability Mondays to Fridays, from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
Job Posting Date
2025-05-05
Application Deadline
2025-05-19
Educational Qualifications
• A minimum two years’ post-secondary education with preference to those with a diploma/degree in the social service-related field.
Experience and Skills
• Experience working alongside individuals who have been traditionally marginalized (e.g., individuals who are underserved and underrepresented).
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of legal/community resources and familiarity with poverty/social justice issues.
• Experience in tenant, disability, and income support programs advocacy and, an ability to read, interpret and understand legislation.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills including ease in addressing large groups and communicating with diverse workgroups.
• Knowledge of local community resources and an awareness and understanding of poverty related issues.
• Strong competency with computers; able to use Microsoft Office365 particularly Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong planning, organizing, and time management skills; able to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong record keeping, communication and administrative skills.
• Skills in working with sensitive issues and commitment to respecting the confidential nature of the program.
• A valid BC Driver’s License, with a satisfactory driver’s record.
• A reliable, personal vehicle is required for program-related driving.
• The ability to function independently and as part of a team, with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability for long periods of sitting, being on the phone and at a computer.
• Ability to interact with people in difficult situations.
• Ability for occasional shifts outside of the advocate’s main location.
• A satisfactory Criminal Records Check is a condition of employment.
Days and Hours of Work
A permanent, full-time position at 35 hours per week, availability Mondays to Fridays, from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
Wage & Salary
$28.00 per hour
Benefits
Benefits include: o Three weeks pro-rated vacation in your first year; four weeks in your second year. o A great benefits plan including extended health and dental; you choose your plan. o A pension plan: Archway meets your contribution. o Opportunity to exchange a statutory holiday for a cultural day celebration. o Employee and Family Assistance Program. o Access to online wellness resources including newsletters, physical health videos, and wellness events. o Free use of Archway’s wellness equipment. o Great in-house training opportunities. o Business insurance and associated mileage costs for program-related driving is covered by Archway. o Rewarding work in a positive environment
How to Submit Application
TO APPLY
Interested applicants are to reference Posting #2025-17-04 in the subject line.
Please submit your cover letter and resume to:
Email: jobpostings@archway.ca
Subject: Job Posting #2025-17-04
Archway Community Services – Project Lead – Foundry Works and Education
| Archway Community Services – Project Lead – Foundry Works and Education
Agency Name
Archway Community Services
Agency Location
Abbotsford
Contact Person
Kim Pollard
Position/Job Title
Project Lead - Foundry Works and Education
Program
Foundry Works and Education!
Description
Job Summary:
The goal of Foundry Works and Education! (FWE) is to provide flexible, wrap-around services to help at-risk youth develop work skills and gain paid work experience to successfully transition into the labour market. Working with the local and provincial FWE! Team, the Project Lead provides individual placement support services through assessing and evaluating clients’ occupational barriers and works with the interdisciplinary team to determine appropriate vocational rehabilitation goals. In partnership with the FWE Vocational Specialist, the Project Lead will develop and facilitate workshops on essential skills and employment. The Project Lead builds relationships with clients by supporting the development of vocational rehabilitation plans and connecting clients to available training opportunities. The Project Lead leads the interdisciplinary team, maintains records, prepares reports, and re-evaluates clients’ goals and documents progress ensuring the interdisciplinary team is kept up to date on progress.
Foundry Abbotsford : Archway Community Services
Your Role:
Archway’s Project Lead with the Foundry Works and Education! Program (FWE) contributes by:
• Leading the interdisciplinary FWE team in providing support to help at-risk youth successfully transition into the labour market.
• In collaboration with the team, providing or facilitating counselling for youth and young adults with a vocational rehabilitation focus as needed, using a trauma informed lens by referring to Foundry clinical counsellors.
• Overseeing the team in assessing and evaluating clients’ occupational barriers and vocational rehabilitation needs on an ongoing basis to determine interests, skills, and abilities, and encouraging clients’ involvement in plan development and setting of appropriate vocational rehabilitation goals.
• Handling a case management of clients.
• Discussing case planning with relevant professionals in accordance with confidentiality policies.
• With the FWE Vocational Specialist, coordinating individual client intake into FWE.
• Supporting the team in developing and monitoring individual’s mental health plans that include individual vocational rehabilitation goals.
• Developing and facilitating, in partnership with the FWE Vocational Specialist and FWE peer support, weekly vocational training modules in alignment with Foundry Works! program and vocational/training needs of clients.
• Collaborating with the Vocational Specialist, provincial FWE interdisciplinary team, local support staff and community professionals and advocates on behalf of the client to assist them in the goal of employment, education, training, or other vocational pursuits in an integrated community setting.
• Collecting and maintaining accurate information for reporting requirements and evaluation.
• Compiling statistics on workload activities and summarizing information into written reports as requested.
• Providing ongoing documentation, communication, and participation with the local and provincial FWE team to ensure alignment with goals, requirements, reporting, and practices of the program.
This position is a great fit for someone who has great leadership skills, coaching abilities, networking and relationship building skills, who is a good communicator, who is knowledgeable of community resources, has a knowledge of mental health and substance use issues, and is able to teach and empower youth to take control over their health.
Our Offer
• Wage: $34.00 to $42.00 per hour. (depending on education and experience)
• A full-time position at 35 hours per week, availability Mondays to Fridays, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Some evening work may be required.
• Temporary to March 31, 2026.
Job Posting Date
2025-05-09
Application Deadline
2025-05-19
Educational Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in the human services field may be considered with relevant counselling experience.
• Master’s level degree in the human services field is preferred.
Experience and Skills
• Experience providing counselling to address occupational barriers is preferred.
• Experience working with individuals with significant mental health or substance use challenges or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Valid class 5 BC Drivers’ license with satisfactory driving record.
• Emergency First Aid with CPR/AED level C.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a team.
• Proven ability to build supportive and trusting relationships with youth and young adults.
• A thorough knowledge of community resources within and outside of Foundry Abbotsford.
• Knowledge of mental health and substance use issues.
• Demonstrated ability to teach and empower clients to assume control over their health.
• Demonstrated ability to provide effective facilitation and consultation.
• Demonstrated ability to adjust to unexpected events, problem-solve, set priorities and deal with conflict.
• Strong verbal, written, and active listening communication skills; able to communicate clearly and respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and varying levels of English.
• Strong skills with Microsoft Office 365, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint to create reports, presentations, and communication with staff and colleagues.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize workload in a complex and changing environment.
• Ability to work effectively with others, including working effectively in a multicultural environment, independently, as part of an interdisciplinary care team and understanding the frameworks of other disciplines.
• Use of personal vehicle, insured according to Archway policy.
• Ability for direct in-person contact with on-site staff and clients; adherence to health and safety protocols is required.
• Ability to interact with people in challenging situations.
• Ability to deal with crisis and conflict situations and ability to de-escalate.
• A satisfactory Criminal Records Check is a condition of employment.
Days and Hours of Work
A full-time position at 35 hours per week, availability Mondays to Fridays, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Some evening work may be required.
Wage & Salary
$34.00 to $42.00 per hour. (depending on education and experience)
Benefits
Benefits include: o Pro-rated three weeks vacation in your first year; four weeks in your second year. o Three wellness days per year. o Pro-rated sick leave days per year. o Opportunity to exchange a statutory holiday for a cultural day celebration. o A great benefits plan including extended health and dental; you choose your plan. o Employee and Family Assistance Program. o Access to online wellness resources including newsletters, physical health videos, and wellness events. o Free use of Archway’s wellness equipment. o Great in-house training opportunities. o Business insurance and associated mileage costs for program-related driving is covered by Archway. o Rewarding work in a positive environment. o Work/Life balance.
How to Submit Application
TO APPLY
Interested applicants are to reference Posting #2025-159-01 in the subject line.
Please submit your cover letter and resume to:
Email: jobpostings@archway.ca
Subject: Job Posting #2025-159-01
Archway Community Services – Refugee Claimant Support Services Employment Specialist
| Archway Community Services – Refugee Claimant Support Services Employment Specialist
Agency Name
Archway Community Services
Agency Location
Abbotsford, BC
Contact Person
Kim Pollard
Region
Abbotsford, British Columbia
Position/Job Title
Refugee Claimant Support Services Employment Specialist
Program
Safe Haven – Refugee Claimant Support Services
Service Area
Abbotsford
Description
Job Summary:
The purpose of BC Services and Assistance for Humanitarian and Vulnerable Newcomers (BC Safe Haven) is to support the social and economic integration of refugee claimants who are not eligible to receive services under federal settlement programs. Services are intended to wrap around refugee claimants in a way that support them in all aspects of their initial settlement needs, including seeking authorization to work, and finding employment opportunities.
The various client groups served by BC Safe Haven each face unique barriers and challenges to integration that necessitate employment supports. The Employment Specialist will assist clients to access labour market information and supports. Further, the Employment Specialist will be responsible for marketing and promoting the program to prospective employers in order to seek job opportunities for program clients. Program delivery will include group and one-on-one sessions for clients using a variety of methods and initiatives including pre-employment counselling and job coaching.
Your Role:
Archway’s Employment Specialist with the BC Safe Haven – Refugee Claimant Support Services Program contributes by:
• Providing employment services to refugee claimants in Abbotsford and Chilliwack including employment orientations, labour market information, and connections to local employers.
• Delivering information sessions and workshops on topics such as the local job market, resume writing, workplace safety, and other topics relevant to the refugee claimants’ employment needs.
• Offering customized employment counselling services, in person or remote, relevant to the individual’s education and work experience, to provide employment information and support in the job search, career planning goals, resume building, and interview skills.
• Facilitating the matching of professional mentors with clients to assist in building connections and understanding of the local job market and industries of client interest.
• Organizing on-site First Aid and Food Safe courses for clients and assisting them in obtaining certification in Occupational First Aid and Food Safe.
• Liaising with community service providers and other professionals to promote awareness of the program at community meetings, events, and job fairs across Fraser Valley region.
• Attending community-based activities for networking purposes, promoting the program, and building relationships with prospective employers.
• Responsible and accountable for database management to track clients' program outcomes and ensuring required documentation is completed for all clients.
• Submitting regular program statistical reports and communicating with the program supervisor about client trends and needs.

This position is a great fit for someone who is knowledgeable of the barriers facing refugee claimants, has an understanding and passion for working with individuals who have been impacted by trauma, has great interpersonal skills, and is knowledgeable of community resources in the Abbotsford and Chilliwack areas.
Our Offer
• Wage: $27.00 per hour
• A part-time position at 32 hours per week, availability Mondays to Fridays, from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
• Occasional weekends and evenings will be required, based on program needs.
• Temporary until November 28, 2025 (possibility of extension).
Benefits include:
• Three weeks’ pro-rated vacation.
• A great benefits plan including extended health, and dental, you choose your plan.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program that includes online access to wellness resources.
• Great in-house training opportunities.
• Rewarding work in a positive environment.
Educational Qualifications
• Post-Secondary Education in Human Resources, Marketing, Business, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Employment-based certifications or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Career Development Practitioner Certificate is an asset.
Experience and Skills
• Experience and skills in networking and marketing.
• Experience in assisting individuals find employment.
• Experience working and communicating with diverse multi-barriered newcomers to Canada.
• Experience working with individuals who have been impacted by trauma.
• Ability to speak a second language an asset (especially Spanish, Farsi, Dari, or Punjabi)
Days and Hours of Work
32
Wage & Salary
27
Benefits
Vacation Pay and Wellness Days
Application Requirements
• Knowledge of the theory and practice of trauma-informed care.
• Ability to keep up to date on labour market information and industry trends as changes occur.
• Knowledge of case management principles including goal setting, creating timelines, and action planning.
• Knowledge of Canadian workplace cultural norms.
• Knowledge of best practices in employment skills including resume and cover letter writing and formatting, networking, and interviewing.
• Strong cross-cultural experience, sensitivity, and skills.
• Skilled in being able to efficiently prioritize workload to respond to changing conditions, deadlines, and priorities.
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Valid BC Driver’s License and satisfactory driver’s record.
• The use of a personal vehicle is required for program-related driving; must be able to be insured according to Archway’s transportation policy.
• A satisfactory Criminal Records Check is a condition of employment.

How to Submit Application
TO APPLY
Interested applicants are to reference Posting #2025-185-01 in the subject line.
Please submit your cover letter and resume to:
Email: jobpostings@archway.ca
Subject: Job Posting #2025-185-01
No phone calls please. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
Your resume may also be forwarded to other Programs for their consideration for their job vacancies. If you do not wish for your application to be shared with other Programs, please send an e-mail to jobpostings@archway.ca with DO NOT FORWARD TO OTHER PROGRAMS, in the subject line of the e-mail and the job reference number to which you applied, in the body of the e-mail.
Archway’s goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. Equity and diversity are essential to excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including Indigenous identity, race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, political belief, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or age.

We acknowledge that we gather on the traditional and unceded territory of the Stō:ló people. Stō:ló territory extends from the mouth of the Fraser River to Boston Bar. Locally, this includes the Matsqui First Nation and Sumas First Nation. We give them thanks for sharing their land and resources with us.

We invest in the mental health and wellbeing of our employees.

Application Deadline
This position will remain open until filled
Encompass Support Services Society – Family Physician
| Encompass Support Services Society – Family Physician
Agency Name
Encompass Support Services Society
Agency Location
Langley, BC
Contact Person
Shirin Patel
Region
Langley
Position/Job Title
Family Physician
Program
Foundry Langley
Description
Encompass Support Services Society is an accredited, non-profit agency that provides a wide range of programs and support services in Langley and Aldergrove for over 25 years. We help to build strong, sustainable communities by offering inclusive, accessible services tailored to meet the changing needs of the individuals and community we serve.

At Encompass, we are committed to a journey towards cultural humility and safety; for the well-being of those we serve and those we work along-side. We gratefully acknowledge that the programs, services and offices of Encompass are on the unceded, sovereign Indigenous lands of the Coast Salish People. This includes the territories of Kwantlen, Katzie, Matsqui and Semiahmoo First Nations. We also acknowledge the Métis and Inuit people who make Langley their home.

Our purpose is to strengthen the health and vitality of community by identifying and responding to community needs, collaborating to enhance the lives of those we serve, while cultivating effective and sustainable partnerships.

Our vision is to empower individuals, to connect people, and to enrich lives. We value community, integrity, excellence, accountability, dynamic leadership and culture, advocacy, diversity, empowerment and collaboration.

Programs and supports are designed to build new skills, to foster healthy, productive lifestyles and to improve access to services within our community. Services are low-barrier, all-inclusive and at no cost to participants. Annually, we provide services to over 2500 individuals and families.

The Opportunity
Foundry is removing barriers and increasing access to health and wellness services for young people aged 12–24 and their families through a network of youth-friendly centers across British Columbia and online. By offering integrated mental health care, substance use services, primary and sexual health care, youth and family peer support and social services. Foundry makes it easier for young people to find support in their communities. Online resources and first-of-its-kind virtual care further broaden Foundry’s reach.

Reporting to the Foundry Langley Medical Director the Family Physician, along with the primary care team, provides episodic, enhanced and longitudinal services. They must be able, or willing to train, to support gender-affirming care, opioid agonist therapy and contraceptive support. Interventions may be provided on a 1:1 basis, to families, on outreach and to group. Flexibility in hours and availability outside of typical office hours will be required to support drop-in hours and potential outreach.

JOB POSTING: 2024-0100 Family Physician
DATE: April 5, 2024
SALARY RANGE: As per the contract
CLOSING: Open until Filled

The Opportunity
Foundry is removing barriers and increasing access to health and wellness services for young people aged 12–24 and their families through a network of youth-friendly centers across British Columbia and online. By offering integrated mental health care, substance use services, primary and sexual health care, youth and family peer support and social services. Foundry makes it easier for young people to find support in their communities. Online resources and first-of-its-kind virtual care further broaden Foundry’s reach.

Reporting to the Foundry Langley Medical Director the Family Physician, along with the primary care team, provides episodic, enhanced and longitudinal services. They must be able, or willing to train, to support gender-affirming care, opioid agonist therapy and contraceptive support. Interventions may be provided on a 1:1 basis, to families, on outreach and to group. Flexibility in hours and availability outside of typical office hours will be required to support drop-in hours and potential outreach.

JOB POSTING: 2024-0100 Family Physician
DATE: April 5, 2024
SALARY RANGE: In accordance with the Ministry of Health negotiated clinical service contract.
CLOSING: Open until Filled

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
• Provides services, assessment, triage and support for youth in the areas of mental health, sexual health, physical health and substance use;
• Provides proactive client care by using EMR supports and quality improvement initiatives and maximizes use and scope of interdisciplinary team members;
• Monitors ongoing care, orders appropriate screening diagnostic investigations; interprets reports of investigations and analyzes information to monitor progress and plan treatment
• Provide care and guidance to patients when it comes to taking medication, as well as what side effects they may have, and any interactions that may take place with medication the patient is already taking;
• Establishes priorities for management of health, diseases, disorders, and conditions; provides follow-up treatment; communicates with patients and families (as required) about health findings, diagnoses and priorities, outcomes and prognoses; supports and counsels patients/clients/residents in their responses to diseases, disorders and conditions;
• Performing physical exams including pelvic and pap exams if indicated;
• Supporting sexual health care, requisitions, contraception, labs, etc.;
• May provide gender-affirming care, including assessment, resources, referrals, etc.;
• May provide addiction care involving medically assisted treatment (MAT) such as Opioid Agonist Treatment (suboxone, methadone, +/-kadian for opioid use disorder, or Naltrexone for alcohol use disorder;
• May provide Medical Detox screening and withdrawal management;
• May provide medications or other treatments, to reverse or mitigate the effects of opioid overdose;
• Collaborate with mental health and substance use services including emergency mental health, MHSU ACT teams, Youth Detox, community-based substance use services, Urgent Short-Term Treatment and Assessment, MCFD and other youth-serving community partners;
• Collaborates and consults with physicians, nurse practitioners or other health care and social service providers as appropriate to assess and diagnose patient status;
• May participate in research contributing to improved patient care and advances in primary care, health policy development and population health.
• Maintains youth population health focus (ages 12 – 24) by implementing screening and health promotion activities for youth populations at risk.
• May participate in interdisciplinary Foundry Langley staff education through case presentations, mentoring, role modeling and facilitating the exchange of knowledge; fosters health care partnerships.
• Develops, implements and evaluates policies and procedures related to primary care, interdisciplinary care, and health system practices.
• Participates in team meetings, case conferences and organizational initiatives;
• Provides trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, gender-affirming, de-colonial and anti-racist principles of care;
• Uses a harm reduction approach to care;
• May take part in quality improvement initiatives to improve client outcomes, including projects across acute and community care that support service improvements for clients;
• May provide learning opportunities and support for students and residents attached to the teams;
• Performs other duties as required/assigned.

Qualifications:
1. Education and Knowledge
• A medical degree and eligibility for licensure, in good standing, with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia.

2. Training and Experience
• Eligibility for a faculty appointment with University of British Columbia’s Faculty of Medicine is an asset.
• Enthusiasm for and experience working with young adults and adolescents is required.

3. Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated knowledge and skills in the following areas:
• Reproductive health, including sexual health and STI prevention and treatment;
• Common physical and emotional problems of young people;
• Child and adolescent physical, psychological and social development;
• Harm reduction strategies for young people;
• Health promotion and prevention strategies;
• Gender-Affirming Care;
• Awareness of and respect for diverse cultural beliefs and practices;
• The unique ethical, legal and confidentiality issues in caring for young people; and
• Hospital and community resources for young people.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team (primary care, mental health, substance use, peer support and social services);
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to help others to use the same analytical thought processes; and
• Ability to critically assess and evaluate health research literature to determine best practices, and the ability to introduce education and evidence-based research;
• Ability to assess and recognize population health trends;
• Ability to plan and implement strategies for population based on prevention and health promotion;
• Ability to implement and evaluate planned change;
• Ability to transfer knowledge as appropriate;
• Ability to identify and respond appropriately to legal and ethical issues that may arise in patient care;
• Ability to self-assess performance and assume responsibility and accountability for own professional development, educational or consultative assistance when appropriate;
• Empathic and compassionate, with good listening skills and creative thinking;
• Proficient in comprehensive screening and assessment practices using established standardized measures and approaches;
• Knowledge and experience working with vulnerable youth population;
• Knowledge of systemic issues and risk factors facing underrepresented groups including 2SLGBTQIA+ and Indigenous youth and young adults;
• Knowledge and respect of the diversity of the BC population;
• Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making skills, ability to gather and process information to support the organization and its team;
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, decolonial, anti-racist and gender-affirming principles of care;
• Providing patient-centered care by:
• empowering and advocating for patients and their decisions and choices, and
• incorporating patients’ values, beliefs and cultural practices in care plans and service deliver.
• Effective listening and consensus-building skills that promote communication and a cooperative approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• Ability to work effectively with others in a multicultural environment, independently and as part of a team, including understanding the frameworks of other disciplines.
• High degree of self-awareness and capacity to apply and maintain professional integrity, boundaries and confidentiality;

4. Other Information
• Current Canadian Medical Protective Association coverage;
• Must remain in good standing with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC
• COVID-19 Vaccination Status*

*As per the current Public Health Orders (Long Term Care/Seniors Assisted Living Provincial Health Order and the Health Sector Order), as of October 26, 2021, all employees working at Foundry Langley must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination status will be required.

At Encompass Support Services Society, equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of who we are. These principles guide us in our programs and services and in fostering an environment of dignity, respect and belonging. We aspire to have a workforce that is representative of our community and country and welcome those who will work respectfully within our inclusive and diverse organization. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

In lieu of resume and cover letter – video submissions outlining your experience and qualifications accepted. Please email your video at hr@encompass-supports.com.
Job Posting Date
2024-04-05
How to Submit Application
Please click on the link below to apply for this job opening:
https://encompasssupport.bamboohr.com/careers/111?source=aWQ9Mjg%3D

Application Deadline
This position will remain open until filled
Family Services of Greater Vancouver – 15-25 Core Counsellor
| Family Services of Greater Vancouver – 15-25 Core Counsellor
Agency Name
Family Services of Greater Vancouver
Agency Location
Vancouver, BC
Position/Job Title
15-25 Core Counsellor
Program
FSEAP
Service Area
EAP
Description
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Core Counsellor

Core Counsellor Competition #15-25

About Our Opportunity:

Family Services Employee Assistance Program (FSEAP) provides clinical counselling services to employees of client organizations who may be experiencing problems in their personal, family, or work lives. In addition, the program provides a variety of organizational services to its corporate clients, including workplace consulting and training, and critical incident stress management responses. As a social enterprise of Family Services of Greater Vancouver (FSGV), FSEAP is a fee-generating business, with all of its profits going to support the larger work of FSGV and the Greater Vancouver community.

Working within the mission, vision, values and person-centred philosophy of the Agency, the Counsellor provides short term, solutions focussed counselling in an EAP model for children, youth and families, individuals and couples, serving clients of all ages, family configurations and income groups, addressing a wide spectrum of concerns including separation and divorce, relationship difficulties, parenting concerns, family conflict, loss and grief, ageing, depression, anxiety. It actively supports the Agency’s awareness and goals around diversity and inclusion.

We Value You- Benefits:
• Three weeks’ vacation for full-time staff * entitlement increases from there
• Three paid household leave days a year*
• Two paid Wellness Days a year
• Paid sick days
• Two and a half paid Agency days for full-time staff *
• Five paid days for education leave/year *
• One paid Moving Day/year
• Subsidized professional association annual dues (if applicable)
• A work culture that values transparency, teamwork, learning, fairness and integrity

*(pro-rated for part-time staff)

Health and Wellness Resources:
• Generous health/dental benefits after 3 months.
• Three flex benefit options to meet your individualized needs
• Option of psychological/counselling services (up to $1500/year)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Long Term Disability Plan
• Insurance, Travel insurance, ++

Pension: Municipal Pension plan enrollment for eligible employees

Work Hours: 21-28 hours (hybrid work hours/ flexible scheduling)

Salary: GS 13 Step 1 $37.89/ hour

Location: 3700 Minoru Blvd., Richmond and 1638 E Broadway, Vancouver

Posting End Date: Posting will remain open until filled

Additional Requirements
• Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check

Job Posting Date
2025-02-25
Application Deadline
2025-05-31
Educational Qualifications
Education, Training, Experience
• Master's Degree in Social Work, Counselling or Clinical Psychology or equivalent
• Minimum of three years related work experience providing counselling for individuals, couples, families and/or children or 2,500 counselling hours
• Current registration with a regulatory body: RSW, CCC or RCC
Experience and Skills
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Superior clinical skills, including significant understanding of mental health and substance abuse issues and short-term, solution-focused treatment approaches
• Exceptional case management skills, including knowledge of community resources and ability to assist clients to effectively access, utilize, and benefit from those resources
• Demonstrated ability to create and manage professional clinical records with exacting detail
• Second language would be an asset, but is not required
Days and Hours of Work
21-28 hours per week (hybrid work hours/ flexible scheduling)
Wage & Salary
$37.89/ hour
Benefits
Generous health, dental and pension benefits after 3 months
Application Requirements
How to apply:
If this describes you, please submit your application to us through our website, https://fsgv.ca/careers/
Short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. We thank all candidates and searchers for your interest.
We believe in the power of inclusion and the power of enabling all our staff to thrive by embracing diversity and fostering equality. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all staff that dismantles barriers and creates opportunities. Our organization is committed to recruiting a diverse workforce representing the communities we proudly serve while encompassing the principles of equity, inclusion and diversity. Decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, and all other terms and conditions of employment will be made without regard to race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, political beliefs, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or non-applicable criminal condition.
If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process or are an internal candidate, please email your resume and cover letter (indicating the competition number #15-25 in the email subject line) to hrinbox@fsgv.ca.
We gratefully acknowledge that our programs are delivered on traditional and ancestral lands and waters of the Coast Salish peoples, including the Xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), Sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil Waututh), Qayqayt, Katzie, Kwantlen, Kwekwetlem, Semiahmoo, Matsqui, and Tsawwassen First Nations. Huy ch q’u.
Click to read our commitment to reconciliation, justice, and equity.
JOIN US FOR A MEANINGFUL CAREER HELPING OTHERS AND BRING YOUR AUTHENTIC SELF!

About Us
When you work with us, you will join a caring team of people who will value you as a whole person. You will also have the opportunity to do meaningful, leading-edge work that has a direct impact on the local community.
Family Services Employee Assistance Program (FSEAP) provides clinical counselling services to employees of client organizations who may be experiencing problems in their personal, family, or work lives. In addition, the program provides several organizational services to its corporate clients, including workplace consulting, training, and critical incident stress management responses. As a social enterprise of Family Services of Greater Vancouver (FSGV), FSEAP is a fee-generating business, with all of its profits going to support the larger work of FSGV and the Greater Vancouver community.
At Family Services of Greater Vancouver, we have been helping people in crisis since 1928. We are a non-profit working to support and empower individuals, families, and communities. We offer programs and services designed to help people develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence to create positive change in their lives. Our staff operates from an evidence-based, trauma-informed lens to meet people where they are and get them where they want to be.

How to Submit Application
To apply click here:
https://fsgv.ca/careers/?gnk=job&gni=8a78839f9520a66801953e10ba85397c&gns=Federation+of+Social+Services
Family Services of Greater Vancouver – 17-25 Haven Youth Worker – Evening
| Family Services of Greater Vancouver – 17-25 Haven Youth Worker – Evening
Agency Name
Family Services of Greater Vancouver
Agency Location
Vancouver, BC
Position/Job Title
17-25 Haven Youth Worker – Evening
Program
Haven
Service Area
Youth Services
Description
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Evening Youth Worker

Haven Youth Worker – Evening Competition #17-25

About Our Opportunity:

Directions Youth Services is a division of Family Services of Greater Vancouver (FSGV), which for more than 90 years has provided a variety of essential resources for children, families and individuals in the Greater Vancouver community. We believe in the resiliency of Vancouver’s youth who are at-risk, homeless, and street-involved. We assist youth under the age of 25 to get counselling for trauma, mental health or substance issues. Our teams strive to create spaces and build connections with youth who are facing challenges of street life, substance use, mental health concerns, and disconnection from their communities. Directions inclusive programs of shelter and drop-in, safe houses and other unique programs that are committed to being a community leader in harm reduction work and fostering low-barrier spaces where all youth are welcome.

This position is located at our undisclosed Youth Haven location, which is a voluntary residential program for at-risk youth aged 16 – 21 years of all genders who need a safe place to stay. The program accepts intakes 24/7, providing immediate support for basic needs, connections to longer-term services, youth-led goal achievement and service planning in a supportive, welcoming, low-barrier environment. Staff work collaboratively with a shift partner to provide responsive care for the youth and the resource and reports to the Program Manager.

We Value You- Benefits:
• Three weeks’ vacation for full-time staff * entitlement increases from there
• Three paid household leave days a year*
• Two paid Wellness Days a year
• Paid sick days
• Two and a half paid Agency days for full-time staff *
• Five paid days for education leave/year *
• One paid Moving Day/year
• Subsidized professional association annual dues (if applicable)
• A work culture that values transparency, teamwork, learning, fairness and integrity

*(pro-rated for part-time staff)

Health and Wellness Resources:
• Generous health/dental benefits after 3 months.
• Three flex benefit options to meet your individualized needs
• Option of psychological/counselling services (up to $1500/year)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Long-term Term Disability Plan
• Insurance, Travel insurance, ++

Pension: Municipal Pension plan enrollment for eligible employees

Work Hours: 32 hours per week, Friday- Saturday 3 pm -11 pm, Sunday - Monday 3:30 pm -11:30 pm

Salary: $26.85 per hour (Grade 8 Step 1)

Location: Confidential location

Posting End Date: Posting will remain open until filled

How to apply:
If this describes you, please submit your application to us through our website, https://fsgv.ca/careers/
Short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. We thank all candidates and searchers for your interest.
We believe in the power of inclusion and the power of enabling all our staff to thrive by embracing diversity and fostering equality. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all staff that dismantles barriers and creates opportunities. Our organization is committed to recruiting a diverse workforce representing the communities we proudly serve while encompassing the principles of equity, inclusion and diversity. Decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, and all other terms and conditions of employment will be made without regard to race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, political beliefs, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or non-applicable criminal condition.
If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process or are an internal candidate, please email your resume and cover letter (indicating the competition number #17-25 in the email subject line) to hrinbox@fsgv.ca.
We gratefully acknowledge that our programs are delivered on traditional and ancestral lands and waters of the Coast Salish peoples, including the Xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), Sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil Waututh), Qayqayt, Katzie, Kwantlen, Kwekwetlem, Semiahmoo, Matsqui, and Tsawwassen First Nations. Huy ch q’u.
Click to read our commitment to reconciliation, justice, and equity.

JOIN US FOR A MEANINGFUL CAREER HELPING OTHERS AND BRING YOUR AUTHENTIC SELF!

About Us
When you work with us, you will join a caring team of people who will value you as a whole person. You will also have the opportunity to do meaningful, leading-edge work that has a direct impact on the local community.
Directions Youth Services is a division of Family Services of Greater Vancouver (FSGV), which for more than 90 years has provided a variety of essential resources for children, families, and individuals in the Greater Vancouver community. We believe in the resiliency of Vancouver’s youth who are at-risk, homeless, and street-involved. We assist youth under the age of 25 to get counselling for trauma, mental health, or substance issues. Our teams strive to create spaces and build connections with youth who are facing challenges of street life, substance use, mental health concerns, and disconnection from their communities. Directions inclusive programs of shelter and drop-in, safe houses, and other unique programs are committed to being a community leader in harm reduction work and fostering low-barrier spaces where all youth are welcome.
Job Posting Date
2025-03-06
Application Deadline
2025-06-30
Educational Qualifications
What do you need to succeed?

Education, Training, Experience
• Diploma in a related human / social service field
• 1 year related experience with emphasis on homelessness, mental health, addictions, and/or social services
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Experience and Skills
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Ability to engage in client-centered change by establishing respectful relationships and increasing client motivation for positive change and ability to observe and recognize change in clients
• Ability to initiate and influence case management and creatively support complex decision-making
• Ability to share best practices with more junior staff and lead in circumstances where required
• Knowledge of the systematic issues that affect low-income and marginalized people and relevant community, social and health resources and government services and systems.
• Knowledge of low-barrier resources, harm reduction model, adolescent development, alcohol and drug use issues, mental health issues, sexually exploited youth, and street-involved activities
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries with clients and apply personal self-care principles
• Ability to deal effectively with conflict situations, maintain calm and tactful composure under a broad range of challenging circumstances, and adjust your approach in changing conditions
• Ability to work alone and also cooperatively and productively within a culturally diverse environment and maintain the highest professional standards of ethics and confidentiality
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing across a range of technologies
• Ability to deal effectively with conflict situations and aggressive behaviour and use non-violent crisis intervention and behavioral management techniques
• Maintain current knowledge of issues, best practices, and available resources

Additional Requirements
• Negative TB skin test
• Current First Aid, Food Safe Level 1, and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention certificates are an asset
• Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check
Days and Hours of Work
32 hours per week, Friday- Saturday 3 pm -11 pm, Sunday - Monday 3:30 pm -11:30 pm
Wage & Salary
$26.85 per hour (Grade 8 Step 1)
Benefits
Generous health, dental and pension benefits after 3 months
How to Submit Application
To apply click here:
https://fsgv.ca/careers/?gnk=job&gni=8a78839f9520a66801956d0168a52362&gns=Federation+of+Social+Services
Family Services of Greater Vancouver – 23-25 Senior Youth Worker – Term
| Family Services of Greater Vancouver – 23-25 Senior Youth Worker – Term
Agency Name
Family Services of Greater Vancouver
Agency Location
Vancouver, BC
Region
Lower Mainland
Position/Job Title
23-25 Senior Youth Worker - Term
Program
Youth Transition Supports
Service Area
Youth Services
Description
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Senior Youth Worker – Term Position

Senior Youth Worker – Term Position Competition #23-25
About this Role
Directions Youth Services is a division of Family Services of Greater Vancouver (FSGV), which for more than 90 years has provided a variety of essential resources for children, families and individuals in the Greater Vancouver community. We believe in the resiliency of Vancouver’s youth who are at-risk, homeless, and street-involved. We assist youth under the age of 25 to get counselling for trauma, mental health or substance issues. Our teams strive to create spaces and build connections with youth who are facing challenges of street life, substance use, mental health concerns, and disconnection from their communities. Directions inclusive programs of shelter and drop-in, safe houses and other unique programs are committed to being a community leader in harm reduction work and fostering low-barrier spaces where all youth are welcome.

This term position reports to the Program Manager of Youth Transition Supports, Directions Youth Services. This position supports youth, 16-19 years old, who are living in independent suites in The Kettle on Burrard. In collaboration with the 10K Program Supervisor, the Sr. Youth Worker will encourage and support positive youth engagement opportunities through individualized service planning, weekly groups, and on-site activities. Staff work collaboratively within the team and with external service providers to provide case management support. Youth are referred to this program by the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) and Vancouver Aboriginal Child and Family Services (VACFSS). This is a term position ending 30 April 2026 or until return of incumbent.

About our Opportunity:

Our Valued Benefits:
· Three weeks’ vacation for full-time staff * entitlement increases from there
· Three paid household leave days a year*
· Two paid Wellness Days a year
· Paid sick days
· Two and a half paid Agency days for full-time staff *
· Five paid days for education leave/year
· One paid Moving Day/year
· Subsidized professional association annual dues (if applicable)
· A work culture that values transparency, teamwork, learning, fairness and integrity

*(pro-rated for part-time staff)

Health and Wellness Resources:
• Generous health/dental benefits after 3 months.
• Three flex benefit options to meet your individualized needs
• Option of psychological/counselling services (up to $1500/year)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Long Term Disability Plan
• Insurance, Travel insurance, ++

Pension: Municipal Pension plan enrollment for eligible employees
Work hours: 35 hours per week
This is a term position from April 22, 2025, through April 31, 2026, with the possibility of extension.
Salary: $28.81 per hour (Grade 9 Step 1)

Location: Directions Youth Services

Posting End Date: Until filled

Additional Requirements
• Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check
• Current First Aid and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention certificates are an asset
How to apply:
If this describes you, please submit your application to us through our website, https://fsgv.ca/careers/
Short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. We thank all candidates and searchers for your interest.
We believe in the power of inclusion and the power of enabling all our staff to thrive by embracing diversity and fostering equality. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all staff that dismantles barriers and creates opportunities. Our organization is committed to recruiting a diverse workforce representing the communities we proudly serve while encompassing the principles of equity, inclusion and diversity. Decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, and all other terms and conditions of employment will be made without regard to race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, political beliefs, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or non-applicable criminal condition.
If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process or are an internal candidate, please email your resume and cover letter (indicating the competition number #23-25 in the email subject line) to hrinbox@fsgv.ca.
We gratefully acknowledge that our programs are delivered on traditional and ancestral lands and waters of the Coast Salish peoples, including the Xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), Sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil Waututh), Qayqayt, Katzie, Kwantlen, Kwekwetlem, Semiahmoo, Matsqui, and Tsawwassen First Nations. Huy ch q’u.
Click to read our commitment to reconciliation, justice, and equity.

JOIN US FOR A MEANINGFUL CAREER HELPING OTHERS AND BRING YOUR AUTHENTIC SELF!

About Us
When you work with us, you will join a caring team of people who will value you as a whole person. You will also have the opportunity to do meaningful, leading-edge work that has a direct impact on the local community.
Directions Youth Services is a division of Family Services of Greater Vancouver (FSGV), which for more than 90 years has provided a variety of essential resources for children, families, and individuals in the Greater Vancouver community. We believe in the resiliency of Vancouver’s youth who are at-risk, homeless, and street-involved. We assist youth under the age of 25 to get counselling for trauma, mental health, or substance issues. Our teams strive to create spaces and build connections with youth who are facing challenges of street life, substance use, mental health concerns, and disconnection from their communities. Directions inclusive programs of shelter and drop-in, safe houses, and other unique programs are committed to being a community leader in harm reduction work and fostering low-barrier spaces where all youth are welcome.
Job Posting Date
2025-04-08
Application Deadline
2025-05-31
Educational Qualifications
What you bring:

Education, training and experience:
• Diploma in a related human / social service field
• 2 years related experience with emphasis on homelessness, mental health, addictions, and/or social services
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Experience and Skills
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
• Ability to engage in client-centered change by establishing respectful relationships and increasing client motivation for positive change and ability to observe and recognize change in clients
• Ability to initiate and influence case management and creatively support complex decision-making
• Ability to share best practices with more junior staff and lead in circumstances where required
• Knowledge of the systematic issues affecting low-income and marginalized people and relevant community, social and health resources, and government services and systems.
• Knowledge of low barrier resources, harm reduction model, adolescent development, alcohol and drug use issues, mental health issues, sexually exploited youth, and street-involved activities
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries with clients and apply personal self-care principles
• Ability to deal effectively with conflict situations, maintain calm and tactful composure under a broad range of challenging circumstances, and adjust your approach in changing conditions
• Ability to work alone and also cooperatively and productively within a culturally diverse environment and maintain the highest professional standards of ethics and confidentiality
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing across a range of technologies
• Ability to deal effectively with conflict situations and aggressive behaviour, and use non-violent crisis intervention and behavioral management techniques
• Maintain current knowledge of issues, best practices, and available resources
Days and Hours of Work
35 hours per week
Wage & Salary
$28.81 per hour
Benefits
Generous health/dental & Pension benefits after 3 months
Application Requirements
To apply click here:
https://fsgv.ca/careers/?gnk=job&gni=8a78839e95f852e5019615e3cde8399c&gns=Federation+of+Social+Services

How to Submit Application
To apply click here:
https://fsgv.ca/careers/?gnk=job&gni=8a78839e95f852e5019615e3cde8399c&gns=Federation+of+Social+Services
Family Services of Greater Vancouver – 24-25 Haven Youth Worker – Overnight
| Family Services of Greater Vancouver – 24-25 Haven Youth Worker – Overnight
Agency Name
Family Services of Greater Vancouver
Agency Location
Vancouver, BC
Region
Lower Mainland
Position/Job Title
24-25 Haven Youth Worker – Overnight
Program
Haven
Service Area
Youth Services
Description
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Overnight Youth Worker

Haven Youth Worker – Overnight Competition #24-25

About Our Opportunity:

Directions Youth Services is a division of Family Services of Greater Vancouver (FSGV), which for more than 90 years has provided a variety of essential resources for children, families and individuals in the Greater Vancouver community. We believe in the resiliency of Vancouver’s youth who are at-risk, homeless, and street-involved. We assist youth under the age of 25 to get counselling for trauma, mental health or substance issues. Our teams strive to create spaces and build connections with youth who are facing challenges of street life, substance use, mental health concerns, and disconnection from their communities. Directions inclusive programs of shelter and drop-in, safe houses and other unique programs that are committed to being a community leader in harm reduction work and fostering low-barrier spaces where all youth are welcome.

This position is located at our undisclosed Youth Haven location which is a voluntary residential program for at-risk youth aged 16 – 21 years of all genders, who need a safe place to stay. The program accepts intakes 24/7, providing immediate support for basic needs, connections to longer-term services, youth-led goal achievement and service planning in a supportive, welcoming, low-barrier environment. Staff work collaboratively with a shift partner to provide responsive care for the youth and the resource and reports to the Program Manager. All shifts are awake overnights.

We Value You- Benefits:
• Three weeks’ vacation for full-time staff * entitlement increases from there
• Three paid household leave days a year*
• Two paid Wellness Days a year
• Paid sick days
• Two and a half paid Agency days for full-time staff *
• Five paid days for education leave/year *
• One paid Moving Day/year
• Subsidized professional association annual dues (if applicable)
• A work culture that values transparency, teamwork, learning, fairness and integrity

*(pro-rated for part-time staff)

Health and Wellness Resources:
• Generous health/dental benefits after 3 months.
• Three flex benefit options to meet your individualized needs
• Option of psychological/counselling services (up to $1500/year)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Long-term Term Disability Plan
• Insurance, Travel insurance, ++

Pension: Municipal Pension plan enrollment for eligible employees

Work Hours: 24 hours per week, Thursday-Saturday 11:00pm-7:00am

Salary: $26.85 per hour (Grade 8 Step 1) (with a $2.00 per hour shift premium added to wages for overnight hours worked)

Location: Confidential location

Posting End Date: Posting will remain open until filled

Additional Requirements
• Negative TB skin test
• Current First Aid, Food Safe Level 1, and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention certificates are an asset
• Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check

How to apply:
If this describes you, please submit your application to us through our website, https://fsgv.ca/careers/
Short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. We thank all candidates and searchers for your interest.
We believe in the power of inclusion and the power of enabling all our staff to thrive by embracing diversity and fostering equality. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all staff that dismantles barriers and creates opportunities. Our organization is committed to recruiting a diverse workforce representing the communities we proudly serve while encompassing the principles of equity, inclusion and diversity. Decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, and all other terms and conditions of employment will be made without regard to race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, political beliefs, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or non-applicable criminal condition.
If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process or are an internal candidate, please email your resume and cover letter (indicating the competition number #24-25 in the email subject line) to hrinbox@fsgv.ca.
We gratefully acknowledge that our programs are delivered on traditional and ancestral lands and waters of the Coast Salish peoples, including the Xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), Sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil Waututh), Qayqayt, Katzie, Kwantlen, Kwekwetlem, Semiahmoo, Matsqui, and Tsawwassen First Nations. Huy ch q’u.
Click to read our commitment to reconciliation, justice, and equity.

JOIN US FOR A MEANINGFUL CAREER HELPING OTHERS AND BRING YOUR AUTHENTIC SELF!

About Us
When you work with us, you will join a caring team of people who will value you as a whole person. You will also have the opportunity to do meaningful, leading-edge work that has a direct impact on the local community.
Directions Youth Services is a division of Family Services of Greater Vancouver (FSGV), which for more than 90 years has provided a variety of essential resources for children, families, and individuals in the Greater Vancouver community. We believe in the resiliency of Vancouver’s youth who are at-risk, homeless, and street-involved. We assist youth under the age of 25 to get counselling for trauma, mental health, or substance issues. Our teams strive to create spaces and build connections with youth who are facing challenges of street life, substance use, mental health concerns, and disconnection from their communities. Directions inclusive programs of shelter and drop-in, safe houses, and other unique programs are committed to being a community leader in harm reduction work and fostering low-barrier spaces where all youth are welcome.
Job Posting Date
2025-04-10
Application Deadline
2025-05-31
Educational Qualifications
What do you need to succeed?

Education, Training, Experience
• Diploma in a related human / social service field
• 1 year related experience with emphasis on homelessness, mental health, addictions, and/or social services
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Experience and Skills
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Ability to engage in client-centered change by establishing respectful relationships and increasing client motivation for positive change and ability to observe and recognize change in clients
• Ability to initiate and influence case management and creatively support complex decision-making
• Ability to share best practices with more junior staff and lead in circumstances where required
• Knowledge of the systematic issues that affect low-income and marginalized people and relevant community, social and health resources and government services and systems.
• Knowledge of low-barrier resources, harm reduction model, adolescent development, alcohol and drug use issues, mental health issues, sexually exploited youth, and street-involved activities
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries with clients and apply personal self-care principles
• Ability to deal effectively with conflict situations, maintain calm and tactful composure under a broad range of challenging circumstances, and adjust your approach in changing conditions
• Ability to work alone and also cooperatively and productively within a culturally diverse environment and maintain the highest professional standards of ethics and confidentiality
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing across a range of technologies
• Ability to deal effectively with conflict situations and aggressive behaviour and use non-violent crisis intervention and behavioral management techniques
• Maintain current knowledge of issues, best practices, and available resources
Days and Hours of Work
24 hours per week, Thursday-Saturday 11:00pm-7:00am
Wage & Salary
$26.85 per hour (Grade 8 Step 1) (with a $2.00 per hour shift premium added to wages for overnight hours worked)
Benefits
Generous pension, health/dental benefits after 3 months.
Application Requirements
To apply click here:
https://fsgv.ca/careers/?gnk=job&gni=8a78839e95f852e50196210a56177fa2&gns=Federation+of+Social+Services

How to Submit Application
To apply click here:
https://fsgv.ca/careers/?gnk=job&gni=8a78839e95f852e50196210a56177fa2&gns=Federation+of+Social+Services
Family Services of Greater Vancouver – 25-25 Childminder
| Family Services of Greater Vancouver – 25-25 Childminder
Agency Name
Family Services of Greater Vancouver
Agency Location
Richmond, BC
Region
Lower Mainland
Position/Job Title
25-25 Childminder
Program
Community Education and Development
Service Area
Community Education and Development
Description
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Childminder

Childminder Competition #25-25

About Our Opportunity:

The Childminder reports to the Community Kitchen Facilitator and Manager. This position is to assist in providing a safe, healthy, and positive learning environment for young children under 6 years old whose parents participate in the program.
We Value You- Benefits:
• Flexible scheduling
• Two paid Wellness Days a year
• Paid BC sick days
• A work culture that values transparency, teamwork, learning, fairness and integrity

Pension: Municipal Pension plan enrollment for eligible employees

Work Hours: Casual Hourly shifts depending on program needs

Salary: Grade 3 Step 1 range $19.05 to $20.40 per hour

Location: Richmond

Posting End Date: Posting will remain open until filled

Additional Requirements:
• Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check

Essential Responsibilities

Program Support
• Assist in planning and implementing a stimulating, culturally sensitive and age-appropriate program to meet the needs of the children attending the programs
• Assist in setting up and cleaning the room, and help maintain safe and clean play equipment and materials
• Develop positive and supportive relationships with clients, families and group leaders and refer parents to community resources and opportunities
• Learn the Emergency Procedure at the different locations where programs run and review it regularly with clients and staff
• Process all registration forms for children and fill out the attendance sheet at the programs
• Act in accordance with the policies and procedures of the program (i.e., client confidentiality, safety, maintaining professional boundaries).
• Other duties as required by the Team Lead
Child Minding
• Deliver quality daycare childminding for young children up to 6 years of age, and on occasion, young school-agers
• Provide encouragement in the development of the children's literacy and English language skills while preserving their first language
• Honour diversity by assisting with activities that encourage children to share their cultural heritage
• Assist in providing school readiness activities to 3-5 year olds
• Provide a welcoming environment to all program participants; become informed about the cultures, including values, traditions, customs and child-rearing practices of parents attending the program; model and communicate the approach, values and philosophy of the children's program
• Liaise with caregivers regarding the care of the children
• Prepare and provide nutritious snacks for the children

How to apply:
If this describes you, please submit your application to us through our website, https://fsgv.ca/careers/
Short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. We thank all candidates and searchers for your interest.
We believe in the power of inclusion and the power of enabling all our staff to thrive by embracing diversity and fostering equality. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all staff that dismantles barriers and creates opportunities. Our organization is committed to recruiting a diverse workforce representing the communities we proudly serve while encompassing the principles of equity, inclusion and diversity. Decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, and all other terms and conditions of employment will be made without regard to race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, political beliefs, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or non-applicable criminal condition.
If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process or are an internal candidate, please email your resume and cover letter (indicating the competition number #25-25 in the email subject line) to hrinbox@fsgv.ca.
We gratefully acknowledge that our programs are delivered on traditional and ancestral lands and waters of the Coast Salish peoples, including the Xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), Sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil Waututh), Qayqayt, Katzie, Kwantlen, Kwekwetlem, Semiahmoo, Matsqui, and Tsawwassen First Nations. Huy ch q’u.
Click to read our commitment to reconciliation, justice, and equity.
JOIN US FOR A MEANINGFUL CAREER HELPING OTHERS AND BRING YOUR AUTHENTIC SELF!

About Us
When you work with us, you will join a caring team of people who will value you as a whole person. You will also have the opportunity to do meaningful, leading-edge work that has a direct impact on the local community.
At Family Services of Greater Vancouver, we have been helping people in crisis since 1928. We are a non-profit working to support and empower individuals, families, and communities. We offer programs and services designed to help people develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence to create positive change in their lives. Our staff operates from an evidence-based, trauma-informed lens to meet people where they are and get them where they want to be.
We help people develop skills and knowledge, empowering our neighbours to create positive change in their lives. Our team is made up of more than 360 staff, including expert counsellors and support workers who provide compassionate, client-centred care to youth experiencing homelessness, families and children impacted by trauma, victims of domestic violence, and other vulnerable people from an evidence-based, trauma-informed lens. We believe in building a brighter future for all British Columbians and providing a supportive and inclusive workplace for all our staff.
Job Posting Date
2025-04-22
Application Deadline
2025-06-30
Educational Qualifications
What do you need to succeed?

Education, Training, Experience
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with children
Experience and Skills
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
• Collaborative Communication, including teamwork & cooperation, interpersonal communication, diversity and cultural agility
• Personal Effectiveness, including integrity and ethical behavior, personal resilience, adaptability/flexibility, commitment to learning
• Personal Leadership, including influence, initiative, judgment and decision making, creativity and innovation
• Commitment to Excellence, including results focus, client-centred service, planning and organizing, professional expertise and technological proficiency
• Knowledge of current Early Childhood Development best practices
• Knowledge of community resources and services
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to work with families and children with diverse backgrounds and needs
Days and Hours of Work
Casual Hourly shifts depending on program needs
Wage & Salary
$19.05 to $20.40 per hour
How to Submit Application
To apply please click here:
https://fsgv.ca/careers/?gnk=job&gni=8a78839e95f852e501965ebfe25e10bd&gns=Federation+of+Social+Services
Family Services of Greater Vancouver – 27-25 Intake Support Counsellor
| Family Services of Greater Vancouver – 27-25 Intake Support Counsellor
Agency Name
Family Services of Greater Vancouver
Agency Location
Vancouver, BC
Region
Lower Mainland
Position/Job Title
27-25 Intake Support Counsellor
Program
FSEAP
Service Area
FSEAP
Description
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Intake Support Counsellor

Intake Support Counsellor Competition # 27-25
About Our Opportunity:

This role is primarily responsible for providing front-line support to clients calling into the Care Centre (Counselling and Service Intake Centre). As part of the Care Centre team, this role will encompass assessing client needs and determining when to elevate clients to an appropriate Master’s Level Counsellor. The Intake Support Counsellor will also follow up with service requests, contacting clients about services, referrals, and other administrative tasks. The role involves data entry and collaboration with FSEAP Care Centre Counsellors and the Care Centre Administrative Coordinator, as well as other FSEAP employees, in particular Clinical Managers, Account Managers, and the Affiliate Manager. The role requires the ability to manage telephonic client and affiliate contact along with detailed data entry, in a mental health service environment.

We Value You- Benefits:
• Flexible scheduling
• Three weeks’ vacation for full-time staff * entitlement increases from there
• Three paid household leave days a year*
• Two paid Wellness Days a year
• Paid sick days
• Two and a half paid Agency days for full-time staff *
• Five paid days for education leave/year
• One paid Moving Day/year
• Subsidized professional association annual dues (if applicable)
• A work culture that values transparency, teamwork, learning, fairness and integrity

*(pro-rated for part-time staff)

Health and Wellness Resources:
• Generous health/dental benefits after 3 months.
• Three flex benefit options to meet your individualized needs
• Option of psychological/counselling services (up to $1500/year)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Long Term Disability Plan
• Insurance, Travel insurance, ++

Pension: Municipal Pension plan enrollment for eligible employees

Work Hours: 21 hours/ week

Salary: GS 10 ranges from $30.83 per hour to $34.18 per hour

Location: 1638 E Broadway, Vancouver BC (In office at E Broadway for first 6 months (then ability to be hybrid)

Posting End Date: Posting will remain open until filled

Additional Requirements
• Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check

How to apply:
If this describes you, please submit your application to us through our website, https://fsgv.ca/careers/
Short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. We thank all candidates and searchers for your interest.
We believe in the power of inclusion and the power of enabling all our staff to thrive by embracing diversity and fostering equality. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all staff that dismantles barriers and creates opportunities. Our organization is committed to recruiting a diverse workforce representing the communities we proudly serve while encompassing the principles of equity, inclusion and diversity. Decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, and all other terms and conditions of employment will be made without regard to race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, political beliefs, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or non-applicable criminal condition.
If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process or are an internal candidate, please email your resume and cover letter (indicating the competition number #27-25 in the email subject line) to hrinbox@fsgv.ca.
We gratefully acknowledge that our programs are delivered on traditional and ancestral lands and waters of the Coast Salish peoples, including the Xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), Sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil Waututh), Qayqayt, Katzie, Kwantlen, Kwekwetlem, Semiahmoo, Matsqui, and Tsawwassen First Nations. Huy ch q’u.
Click to read our commitment to reconciliation, justice, and equity.
JOIN US FOR A MEANINGFUL CAREER HELPING OTHERS AND BRING YOUR AUTHENTIC SELF!

About Us
When you work with us, you will join a caring team of people who will value you as a whole person. You will also have the opportunity to do meaningful, leading-edge work that has a direct impact on the local community.
Family Services Employee Assistance Program (FSEAP) provides clinical counselling services to employees of client organizations who may be experiencing problems in their personal, family, or work lives. In addition, the program provides several organizational services to its corporate clients, including workplace consulting, training, and critical incident stress management responses. As a social enterprise of Family Services of Greater Vancouver (FSGV), FSEAP is a fee-generating business, with all of its profits going to support the larger work of FSGV and the Greater Vancouver community.
At Family Services of Greater Vancouver, we have been helping people in crisis since 1928. We are a non-profit working to support and empower individuals, families, and communities. We offer programs and services designed to help people develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence to create positive change in their lives. Our staff operates from an evidence-based, trauma-informed lens to meet people where they are and get them where they want to be.
Job Posting Date
2025-05-05
Application Deadline
2025-08-31
Educational Qualifications
What do you need to succeed?

Education, Training, Experience
• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or related field,
• Minimum 2 years related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• 2 years’ experience in customer service assessing and supporting critical customer needs
Experience and Skills
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
• Knowledge and experience in working with clients to address their mental health needs and other self-identified concerns, including the ability to assess risk and support clients experiencing mental health challenges or crises
• The ability to assess when it is appropriate to refer to a Master’s Level Counsellor
• Experience working in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment (with many interruptions), while answering phone calls, booking appointments, and interacting with the public in a tactful and empathetic manner
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multiple team members, while modelling and promoting a team environment
• Ability to provide feedback to team members
• Ability to quickly learn unique services and systems
• Entering data, scanning and attaching documents in a client management database requiring superior level of attention to detail and consistency on a multi-user database
• Proven ability to design and type documents and use spreadsheets
• Mid to high level of competency using MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Strong sense of idealism and desire to give back to the community
• Strong communication ability
• Ability to work independently and as part of a close knit-team
Days and Hours of Work
21 hours/ week
Wage & Salary
ranges from $30.83 per hour to $34.18 per hour
Benefits
Generous health, dental and pension benefits after 3 months
How to Submit Application
To apply click here:

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Family Services of Greater Vancouver – 3-25 Child and Youth Care Worker
| Family Services of Greater Vancouver – 3-25 Child and Youth Care Worker
Agency Name
Family Services of Greater Vancouver
Agency Location
Vancouver
Region
Lower Mainland
Position/Job Title
3-25 Child and Youth Care Worker
Program
Vancouver Family Preservation and Reunification
Service Area
Family
Description
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Child and Youth Care Worker

Child and Youth Care Worker (Permanent Part-Time) Vancouver Family Preservation and Reunification Competition #3-25

DO YOU WANT A MEANINGFUL CAREER, HELPING OTHERS? JOIN US!

About the Role
At Family Services of Greater Vancouver, we’ve been helping people in crisis since 1928. As a non-profit, we help people develop skills and knowledge, empowering our neighbours to create positive change in their lives. Our team is made up of more than 420 staff, including expert counsellors and support workers who provide compassionate, client-centered care to youth experiencing homelessness, families and children impacted by trauma, victims of domestic violence, and other vulnerable people from an evidence-based, trauma-informed lens. We believe in building a brighter future for all British Columbians and providing a supportive and inclusive workplace for all our staff.
The Child & Youth Worker provides one-to-one and group support to children and youth from 7-15 years of age who may experience mental, emotional and behavioural challenges. The Child & Youth Worker formulates goals, action plans and strategies together with clients and their caregivers. Through community-based recreational activities, the Child and Youth Worker supports clients, using coaching, modelling and supportive counselling, to develop life skills, age-appropriate independence, self-confidence and social responsibility. The Child and Youth Worker will connect with Family Preservation Counsellors, social workers, educational staff and families as part of an integrated team. As Family Preservation and Reunification Services is a gated program, this position responds to referrals from the MCFD, where child protection concerns have been identified.

About Our Opportunity:

Our Valued Benefits:
• Flexible scheduling
• Starting at three weeks’ vacation for full-time staff (Pro-rated for part-time)
• 3 paid household leave days a year (Pro-rated for part-time)
• 2 paid Wellness Days a year
• Paid sick days
• 2 ½ paid Agency days for full-time staff (Pro-rated for part-time)
• 5 paid days for education leave/year (Pro-rated for part-time)
• 1 paid Moving Day/year
• Subsidized professional association annual dues (if applicable)
• A work culture that values transparency, teamwork, learning, fairness and integrity

Health and Wellness Resources:
• Generous group health/dental benefits after 3 months.
• 3 flex options for health/dental coverage depending on the coverage you need
• Option of psychological/counselling services (up to $1500/year)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Long Term Disability Plan
• Group Life Insurance, Travel insurance, ++

Pension: Municipal Pension plan enrollment

Work Hours: 21 hours per week (negotiable). Hours may vary with evening and weekend availability required

Salary: Starting at a GS9 Step 1 $28.81 per hour

Office Location: 4103 Fraser Street at East King Edward, Vancouver, BC V5V 4E9

Service Location: Vancouver

Posting End Date: Posting will remain open until position is filled

Additional Requirements
• Successful completion of criminal record check
• Emergency First Aid is mandatory
• Driver’s License

Job Posting Date
2025-01-14
Educational Qualifications
What you bring:

Education, Training, Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Child and Youth Care or an equivalent combination of education, experience and training
• Two years' experience working with children and youth with behavioural challenges or mental and/or physical disabilities or those transitioning through family changes
• Or, an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Experience and Skills
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Work with children and youth who have been impacted by family crisis such as: domestic violence, foster placement, parental illness or incapacity
• Support children and youth who may have developmental delays
• Utilizing modelling, coaching and counseling to assist children and youth through transitions
• Plan, implement and evaluate service plan goals and outcomes in partnership with clients, their caregivers, Family Preservation counsellors and other services
• Ability to identify health and safety issues for children and youth and take the appropriate actions
• Knowledge of child development, transitional themes, family dynamics
• Knowledge of Child Protection laws, regulations and concerns which may be attached to criminal investigations, police involvement, court orders, or probation
Days and Hours of Work
21 hours per week (negotiable). Hours may vary with evening and weekend availability required
Wage & Salary
$28.81 per hour
Benefits
Generous health, dental, and pension enrollment after 3 months
Application Requirements
How to apply:
If this describes you, please submit your application to us through our website, https://fsgv.ca/careers/
Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. Thank you for your interest.
We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the communities we so proudly serve, while encompassing the principles of equity, inclusion and diversity. We strongly encourage applications from people of colour, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, people of all gender expressions and sexual orientations including queer, trans, and two-spirit people. In our words and actions, we recognize the challenges for those facing inequalities, while acknowledging our privilege, as we continuously strive to remove bias and reduce barriers that individuals may experience in the hiring and job-seeking process. We invite feedback from all applicants who apply for roles with the Agency.
If you require a disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please email your resume and cover letter (indicating the competition number #3-25 in the email subject line) outlining your interest and relevant experience to your contact information to hrinbox@fsgv.ca for follow-up. **If you are an internal candidate, please indicate “Internal Candidate” in the Comments section at the bottom of the online application**
Our programs are located on the traditional, ancestral, and unseeded territory of the Coast Salish peoples, including the Xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw(Squamish), Sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil Waututh), Qayqayt, Katzie, Kwantlen, Kwekwetlem, Semiahmoo, Matsqui, and Tsawwassen First Nations. Huy ch q’u.

How to Submit Application
To apply click here:
https://fsgv.ca/careers/?gnk=job&gni=8a7887ac9447f82601946603d3e32331&gns=Federation+of+Social+Services

Application Deadline
This position will remain open until filled
Family Services of Greater Vancouver – 86-24 Outreach Worker
| Family Services of Greater Vancouver – 86-24 Outreach Worker
Agency Name
Family Services of Greater Vancouver
Agency Location
Vancouver, BC
Region
Lower Mainland
Position/Job Title
86-24 Outreach Worker
Program
Directions Youth Services
Service Area
Outreach
Description
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Youth Outreach Worker

Youth Outreach Worker Competition #86-24

About this Role
Directions Youth Services is a division of Family Services of Greater Vancouver (FSGV), which for more than 90 years has provided a variety of essential resources for children, families, and individuals in the Greater Vancouver community. We believe in the resiliency of Vancouver’s youth who are at-risk, homeless, and street-involved. We assist youth under the age of 25 to get counselling for trauma, mental health, or substance issues. Our teams strive to create spaces and build connections with youth who are facing challenges of street life, substance use, mental health concerns, and disconnection from their communities. Directions inclusive programs of shelter and drop-in, safe houses, and other unique programs are committed to being a community leader in harm reduction work and fostering low-barrier spaces where all youth are welcome.

Working within the mission, vision, values, and person-centered philosophy of the Agency, the Outreach program works to promote safer, healthier alternatives for youth who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. The focus is to promote awareness of and connect youth to appropriate services and resources to reduce the harm in their lives. The program focuses on support in the areas of the west end, downtown south, and downtown east side areas of Vancouver. This position consists of working with a variety of at-risk, homeless, and street-entrenched youth 24 years and under (prioritizing youth 18 and under) struggling with addiction, intellectual, emotional, and social challenges, mental health issues, concurrent issues, and sexual exploitation; it actively supports the Agency’s awareness and goals around diversity, inclusion justice and equity.
About our Opportunity:

Our Valued Benefits:
• Starting at three weeks’ vacation for full-time staff
• 3 paid household leave days a year
• 2 paid Wellness Days a year
• Paid sick days
• 2 ½ paid Agency days for full-time staff
• 5 paid days for education leave/year
• 1 paid Moving Day/year
• Subsidized professional association annual dues (if applicable)
• A work culture that values transparency, teamwork, learning, fairness and integrity

Health and Wellness Resources:
• Generous health/dental benefits after 3 months.
• 3 flex benefit options to meet your individualized needs
• Option of psychological/counseling services (up to $1500/year)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Long Term Disability Plan
• Insurance, Travel insurance, ++

Pension: Municipal Pension plan enrollment after 3 months

Work Hours: 35 hours per week (4 day work week – Wednesday-Saturday condensed work week, 8.75 hours a day)

Salary: GS 9 Step 1- $28.81 per hour

Location: 1138 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC

Posting End Date: Posting will remain open until filled

What you bring:

• Provide outreach to youth at all Directions Youth Services sites and areas where high-risk youth congregate in order to initiate contact, establish rapport, and build trusting, supportive, therapeutic relationships with street-involved and homeless youth, and link them with culturally appropriate and relevant services and resources
• Identify youth’s individual needs and provide support, encouragement, collaboration, and education to youth in matters related to crisis intervention, harm reduction, conflict resolution, community resources, alcohol and drug information, and advocacy with the intention of connecting youth to services.
• Work closely and collaboratively with all of Directions Youth Services, other community agencies, and government ministries in the development of youth case management plans, using best practices.
• Work independently in pairs in the community, responding to emerging needs and crises and prioritizing tasks as they arise.

Additional Requirements
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training
• Valid class 5 BC driver’s licence
• Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check

Working conditions:
• 24-hour crisis response resource centre, and the streets of the City of Vancouver
• Ability to work days and evenings
• Ability to walk with a backpack full of supplies approximately 20-25 km per day

Educational Qualifications
Education, Training, Experience

• Two-year post-secondary course/diploma in social work or youth care/certificate in a related field
• Minimum one year experience working with high-risk youth
• Experience with adolescent development and issues involving sexually exploited youth, mental health, drug and alcohol misuse, poverty and concurrent issues
• Lived experience is considered an asset
• A combination of education/experience can be considered
Experience and Skills
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledge of community, social, and health resources
• Knowledge of the systemic issues that affect low-income and marginalized people, and the impact of intergenerational trauma caused by colonization, integration, and assimilation.
• Knowledge of substance misuse, mental health, issues that may affect sexually exploited youth, and knowledge and belief in the Harm Reduction model.
• Ability to deal effectively with conflict situations, manage aggressive behaviour, and use non-violent crisis intervention and behavioural management techniques
Days and Hours of Work
35 hours per week (4 day work week – Wednesday-Saturday condensed work week, 8.75 hours a day)
Wage & Salary
$28.81 per hour
Benefits
Generous health, dental and pension benefits after 3 months
Application Requirements
How to apply:
If this describes you, please submit your application to us through our website, https://fsgv.ca/careers/
Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. Thank you for your interest.
We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the communities we so proudly serve, while encompassing the principles of equity, inclusion and diversity. We strongly encourage applications from people of colour, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, people of all gender expressions and sexual orientations including queer, trans, and two-spirit people. In our words and actions, we recognize the challenges for those facing inequalities, while acknowledging our privilege, as we continuously strive to remove bias and reduce barriers that individuals may experience in the hiring and job-seeking process. We invite feedback from all applicants who apply for roles with the Agency.
If you require a disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please email your resume and cover letter (indicating the competition number #86-24 in the email subject line) outlining your interest and relevant experience to your contact information to hrinbox@fsgv.ca for follow-up. **If you are an internal candidate, please indicate “Internal Candidate” in the Comments section at the bottom of the online application**
Our programs are located on the traditional, ancestral, and unseeded territory of the Coast Salish peoples, including the Xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), Sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil Waututh), Qayqayt, Katzie, Kwantlen, Kwekwetlem, Semiahmoo, Matsqui, and Tsawwassen First Nations. Huy ch q’u.

To apply click here:
https://jobapply.page.link/dZBiM

How to Submit Application
To apply click here:
https://jobapply.page.link/dZBiM

Application Deadline
This position will remain open until filled
Family Services of Greater Vancouver – Food Program Kitchen Assistant (Part-time)
| Family Services of Greater Vancouver – Food Program Kitchen Assistant (Part-time)
Agency Name
Family Services of Greater Vancouver
Agency Location
Vancouver
Region
Lower Mainland
Position/Job Title
Food Program Kitchen Assistant (Part-time)
Program
Directions Food Program
Service Area
Youth Services
Description
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Food Program Kitchen Assistant

Food Program Kitchen Assistant (Part-time) Competition #53-24

About this Role
Directions Youth Services is a division of Family Services of Greater Vancouver (FSGV), which for more than 90 years has provided a variety of essential resources for children, families and individuals in the Greater Vancouver community. We believe in the resiliency of Vancouver’s youth who are at-risk, homeless, and street-involved. We assist youth under the age of 25 to get counselling for trauma, mental health or substance issues. Our teams strive to create spaces and build connections with youth who are facing challenges of street life, substance use, mental health concerns, and disconnection from their communities. Directions inclusive programs of shelter and drop-in, safe houses and other unique programs are committed to being a community leader in harm reduction work and fostering low-barrier spaces where all youth are welcome.

Working within the mission, vision, values and person-centered philosophy of the Agency, the Directions Food Program Kitchen Assistant supports the delivery of effective and accessible pantry and kitchen programs for Centre youth. This position will consist of working collaboratively with the Food Program Supervisor, kitchen staff and volunteers, and serving a variety of unhoused youth struggling with substance use, including those who are neurodiverse and/or face emotional/social challenges. The focus of this position is to increase participant capacity to prepare healthy, low-cost meals while reducing isolation levels and increasing social and community connections.The position actively supports the Agency’s awareness and goals around diversity, inclusion justice and equity.

This position reports directly to the Food Program Supervisor.

About our Opportunity:

Our Valued Benefits:
• Starting at three weeks’ vacation for full-time staff growing to more + (pro-rated for part-time)
• Three paid household leave days a year (pro-rated for part-time)
• Two paid Wellness Days a year
• Paid sick days
• Two and a half paid Agency days for full-time staff
• Five paid days for education leave/year (pro-rated for part-time)
• One paid Moving Day/year
• Subsidized professional association annual dues (if applicable)
• A work culture that values transparency, teamwork, learning, fairness and integrity

Health and Wellness Resources:
• Generous health/dental benefits after three months.
• Three flex benefit options to meet your individualized needs
• Option of psychological/counselling services (up to $1500/year)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Long Term Disability Plan
• Insurance, Travel insurance, ++

Pension: Municipal Pension plan enrollment for eligible employees

Work Hours: 32 hours per week - Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 2pm-10pm. (Part-Time)

Salary: GS 6 Step 1 - $23.16/hour

Location: Directions Youth Services Centre, 1138 Burrard St, Vancouver, BC

Posting End Date: Posting will remain open until filled
Educational Qualifications
What you bring:
Education
• Grade 12, plus one-year post-secondary education
Experience and Skills
Training, Experience
• Food Safe certificate
• Current First Aid Certificate and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training an asset
• Two-years of related experience in a commercial or community kitchen.
• One-year experience working with youth, preferably in support of youth who use substances, face mental health challenges, and/or are unhoused.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Current First Aid Certificate and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training an asset
• Responsible for kitchen operations including health and safety, nutritious menu planning, meal preparation, inventory upkeep, kitchen organization, pursuing a zero waste environment, keeping the kitchen clean, hygienic, and tidy at all times.
• Building positive relationships with youth who access the drop-in centre.
• Maintaining accurate attendance records of volunteers, and report concerns to Food Program Supervisor.
• Overseeing the sorting and storing of food donations, and supporting kitchen volunteers to do the same.
• Taking a leadership role in the management of emergency and crisis situations by personally employing non-violent crisis prevention and intervention strategies, initiating first aid, calling emergency services, and/or delegating these tasks
• Maintaining appropriate notes, statistics, logs, and reporting critical incidents that occur while on shift.

Additional Requirements
• Successful completion of criminal record check
• Proof of Covid-19 vaccination status will be required
• Class 5 Driver’s License an asset
Days and Hours of Work
32 hours per week - Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 2pm-10pm. (Part-Time)
Wage & Salary
$23.16 per hour
Benefits
with a competitive benefits & pension package
Application Requirements
How to apply:
If this describes you, please submit your application to us through our website, https://fsgv.ca/careers/
Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. Thank you for your interest.
We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the communities we so proudly serve, while encompassing the principles of equity, inclusion and diversity. We strongly encourage applications from people of colour, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, people of all gender expressions and sexual orientations including queer, trans, and two-spirit people. In our words and actions, we recognize the challenges for those facing inequalities, while acknowledging our privilege, as we continuously strive to remove bias and reduce barriers that individuals may experience in the hiring and job-seeking process. We invite feedback from all applicants who apply for roles with the Agency.
If you require a disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please email your resume and cover letter (indicating the competition number #53-24 in email subject line) outlining your interest and relevant experience to your contact information to hrinbox@fsgv.ca for follow-up. **if you are an internal candidate, please indicate “Internal Candidate” in the Comments section at the bottom of the online application**
Our programs are located on the traditional, ancestral, and unseeded territory of the Coast Salish peoples, including the Xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw(Squamish), Sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil Waututh), Qayqayt,Katzie, Kwantlen, Kwekwetlem,Semiahmoo,Matsqui,and Tsawwassen First Nations. Huy ch q’u.

How to Submit Application
To apply click here:
https://fsgv.ca/careers/?gnk=job&gni=8a7885a890b87b310190cc258acf496b&gns=Federation+of+Social+Services

Application Deadline
This position will remain open until filled
Family Servies of Greater Vancouver – 72-14 Food Program Kitchen Assistant
| Family Servies of Greater Vancouver – 72-14 Food Program Kitchen Assistant
Agency Name
Family Servies of Greater Vancouver
Agency Location
Vancouver, BC
Region
Lower Mainland
Position/Job Title
72-14 Food Program Kitchen Assistant
Program
Directions Food Program Kitchen
Service Area
Youth Services
Description
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Food Program Kitchen Assistant

Food Program Kitchen Assistant (Part-time) Competition #72-24

About this Role
Directions Youth Services is a division of Family Services of Greater Vancouver (FSGV), which for more than 90 years has provided a variety of essential resources for children, families and individuals in the Greater Vancouver community. We believe in the resiliency of Vancouver’s youth who are at-risk, homeless, and street-involved. We assist youth under the age of 25 to get counselling for trauma, mental health or substance issues. Our teams strive to create spaces and build connections with youth who are facing challenges of street life, substance use, mental health concerns, and disconnection from their communities. Directions inclusive programs of shelter and drop-in, safe houses and other unique programs are committed to being a community leader in harm reduction work and fostering low-barrier spaces where all youth are welcome.

Working within the mission, vision, values and person-centered philosophy of the Agency, the Directions Food Program Kitchen Assistant supports the delivery of effective and accessible pantry and kitchen programs for Centre youth. This position will consist of working collaboratively with the Food Program Supervisor, kitchen staff and volunteers, and serving a variety of unhoused youth struggling with substance use, including those who are neurodiverse and/or face emotional/social challenges. The focus of this position is to increase participant capacity to prepare healthy, low-cost meals while reducing isolation levels and increasing social and community connections. The position actively supports the Agency’s awareness and goals around diversity, inclusion justice and equity.

This position reports directly to the Food Program Supervisor.

About our Opportunity:

Our Valued Benefits:
Starting at three weeks’ vacation for full-time staff growing to more + (pro-rated for part-time)
Three paid household leave days a year (pro-rated for part-time)
Two paid Wellness Days a year
Paid sick days
Two and a half paid Agency days (pro-rated for part-time)
Five paid days for education leave/year (pro-rated for part-time)
One paid Moving Day/year
Subsidized professional association annual dues (if applicable)
A work culture that values transparency, teamwork, learning, fairness and integrity

Health and Wellness Resources:
Generous health/dental benefits after three months.
Three flex benefit options to meet your individualized needs
Option of psychological/counselling services (up to $1500/year)
Employee Assistance Plan
Long Term Disability Plan
Insurance, Travel insurance, ++

Pension: Municipal Pension plan enrollment for eligible employees

Work Hours: 32 hours per week - Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 2pm-10pm. (Part-Time)

Salary: GS 6 Step 1 - $23.39/hour

Location: Directions Youth Services Centre, 1138 Burrard St, Vancouver, BC

Posting End Date: Posting will remain open until filled

How to apply:
If this describes you, please submit your application to us through our website, https://fsgv.ca/careers/
Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. Thank you for your interest.
We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the communities we so proudly serve, while encompassing the principles of equity, inclusion and diversity. We strongly encourage applications from people of colour, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, people of all gender expressions and sexual orientations including queer, trans, and two-spirit people. In our words and actions, we recognize the challenges for those facing inequalities, while acknowledging our privilege, as we continuously strive to remove bias and reduce barriers that individuals may experience in the hiring and job-seeking process. We invite feedback from all applicants who apply for roles with the Agency.
If you require a disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please email your resume and cover letter (indicating the competition number #72-24 in email subject line) outlining your interest and relevant experience to hrinbox@fsgv.ca for follow-up. **if you are an internal candidate, please indicate “Internal Candidate” in the Comments section at the bottom of the online application**
Our programs are located on the traditional, ancestral, and unseeded territory of the Coast Salish peoples, including the Xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), Sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil Waututh), Qayqayt, Katzie, Kwantlen, Kwekwetlem, Semiahmoo, Matsqui, and Tsawwassen First Nations. Huy ch q’u.
Job Posting Date
2024-10-21
Educational Qualifications
What you bring:
Education, Training, Experience

Grade 12, plus one-year post-secondary education
Food Safe certificate
Current First Aid Certificate and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training an asset
Two-years of related experience in a commercial or community kitchen.
One-year experience working with youth, preferably in support of youth who use substances, face mental health challenges, and/or are unhoused.
A combination of education and experience may be considered
Experience and Skills
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Current First Aid Certificate and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training an asset
Responsible for kitchen operations including health and safety, nutritious menu planning, meal preparation, inventory upkeep, kitchen organization, pursuing a zero waste environment, keeping the kitchen clean, hygienic, and tidy at all times.
Building positive relationships with youth who access the drop-in centre.
Maintaining accurate attendance records of volunteers, and report concerns to Food Program Supervisor.
Overseeing the sorting and storing of food donations, and supporting kitchen volunteers to do the same.
Taking a leadership role in the management of emergency and crisis situations by personally employing non-violent crisis prevention and intervention strategies, initiating first aid, calling emergency services, and/or delegating these tasks
Maintaining appropriate notes, statistics, logs, and reporting critical incidents that occur while on shift.
Must be able to lift and move up to 25lbs of weight

Additional Requirements
Successful completion of criminal record check
Class 5 Driver’s License an asset
Days and Hours of Work
32 hours per week - Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 2pm-10pm. (Part-Time)
Wage & Salary
$23.39/hour
Benefits
Generous extended health, dental, and pension benefits after 3 months.
Application Requirements
To apply click here:
https://fsgv.ca/careers/?gnk=job&gni=8a78859e9297208a0192afd61eb22f61&gns=Federation+of+Social+Services

How to Submit Application
To apply click here:
https://fsgv.ca/careers/?gnk=job&gni=8a78859e9297208a0192afd61eb22f61&gns=Federation+of+Social+Services

Application Deadline
This position will remain open until filled
Family Servies of Greater Vancouver – Family Counsellor
| Family Servies of Greater Vancouver – Family Counsellor
Agency Name
Family Servies of Greater Vancouver
Agency Location
Burnaby/New Westminster
Region
Lower Mainland
Position/Job Title
Family Counsellor
Program
Project Parent
Service Area
Families and Children
Description
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Family Counsellor, Project Parent

Project Parent Family Counsellor – Part-time Competition #78-24

DO YOU WANT A MEANINGFUL CAREER, HELPING OTHERS? JOIN US!

About the Role
At Family Services of Greater Vancouver, we’ve been helping people in crisis since 1928. As a non-profit, we help people develop skills and knowledge, empowering our neighbours to create positive change in their lives. Our team is made up of more than 420 staff, including expert counsellors and support workers who provide compassionate, client-centred care to youth experiencing homelessness, families and children impacted by trauma, victims of domestic violence, and other vulnerable people from an evidence-based, trauma-informed lens. We believe in building a brighter future for all British Columbians and providing a supportive and inclusive workplace for all our staff.
Provide counselling, parent-education and support to families and children (0- 12 years) referred by MCFD and provide linkage between the family, the community, MCFD and other professional services. This is a permanent part-time position for 25.5 hours per week (8.5 hours, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays). This position reports to the Program Manager of Project Parent Burnaby/New West. The position is located at FSGV’s New Westminster office. Persons with a second language capacity are encouraged to apply.

About Our Opportunity:

Our Valued Benefits:
• Flexible scheduling
• Starting at 3 weeks’ vacation for full-time staff (pro-rated for part-time staff)
• 3 paid household leave days a year (pro-rated for part-time staff)
• 2 paid Wellness Days a year
• Paid sick days
• 2 1/2 paid Agency days for full-time staff (pro-rated for part-time staff)
• 5 paid days for education leave/year
• 1 paid Moving Day/year
• Subsidized professional association annual dues (if applicable)
• A work culture that values transparency, teamwork, learning, fairness and integrity

Health and Wellness Resources:
• Generous health/dental benefits after 3 months.
• 3 flex benefit options to meet your individualized needs
• Option of psychological/counselling services (up to $1500/year)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Long Term Disability Plan
• Manulife Insurance, Travel insurance, ++

Pension: Municipal Pension Plan enrollment for eligible employees

Work Hours: 25.5 hours per week (part-time); Tuesday to Thursday work week.

Salary: GS13, Step 1-4 $37.89 - $42.03 per hour

Location: Work in the culturally vibrant Greater Vancouver Neighbourhoods of Burnaby and New Westminster in an Outreach Capacity.

Posting End Date: Posting will remain open until filled.

What you bring:

Additional Requirements
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle required
• Ability to work evenings
• Successful completion of criminal record check

How to apply:
If this describes you, please submit your application to us through our website, https://fsgv.ca/careers/
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. Thank you for your interest.
We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the communities we so proudly serve while encompassing the principles of equity, inclusion and diversity. We strongly encourage applications from people of colour, Indigenous communities, persons with disabilities, gender expressions and sexual orientations including queer, trans, and two-spirit people. In our words and actions, we recognize the challenges for those facing inequalities, while acknowledging our privilege, as we continuously strive to remove biases and reduce barriers that individuals may experience in the hiring and job-seeking process. We invite feedback from all applicants who apply for roles within the Agency.
If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please email your resume and cover letter (indicating the competition number #78-24 in the email subject line) outlining your interest and relevant experience to hrinbox@fsgv.ca for follow-up. **If you are an internal candidate, please indicate “Internal Candidate” in the Comments section at the bottom of the online application**
Our programs are located on the traditional, ancestral, and unseeded territory of the Coast Salish peoples, including the Xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw(Squamish), Sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil Waututh), Qayqayt, Katzie, Kwantlen, Kwekwetlem, Semiahmoo, Matsqui, and Tsawwassen First Nations. Huy ch q’u.
Educational Qualifications
Education, Training, Experience
• Family counsellors will have a minimum of a Master's degree in a social science (e.g. MSW/MA/MEd in counselling psychology) and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience working with children ages 0 - 12 years
Experience and Skills
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
• Knowledge of child welfare policies and procedures.
• An understanding of integrated case management/wrap-around service delivery.
• Working knowledge of different parenting strategies and the ability to share these strategies with families.
• In-depth knowledge of child abuse dynamics.
• Excellent crisis intervention skills
• Excellent verbal (including telephone and in-person) and written communication skills (including the ability to write assessment reports).
• Ability to work with families who may present with multiple service needs related to poverty, addictions, violence, child abuse or neglect, attachment and mental health issues who are from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Competence in a Windows PC environment including MS WORD and EXCEL.
• Working knowledge of a second language is considered an asset.
Days and Hours of Work
25.5 hours per week (part-time); Tuesday to Thursday work week.
Wage & Salary
$37.89 - $42.03 per hour
Benefits
Generous health, dental and pension benefits after 3 months
Application Requirements
To apply click here:
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How to Submit Application
To apply click here:
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Application Deadline
This position will remain open until filled
Interior Community Services – Executive Officer
| Interior Community Services – Executive Officer
Agency Name
Interior Community Services
Agency Location
Kamloops
Position/Job Title
Executive Officer
Description
Interior Community Services (ICS) is on the lookout for an inspiring and strategic Executive Officer (EO) to lead our dynamic nonprofit organization into its next chapter. Rooted in our mission to enrich lives and strengthen communities, ICS provides integrated, community-based support for individuals and families at all stages of life. If you're a visionary leader passionate about community impact and high-quality service delivery, this is your opportunity to make a lasting difference.

Why Join ICS? In addition to leading an organization deeply embedded in community well-being, working with a passionate team dedicated to social change, and making a tangible impact on lives across generations, as a key member of our team, you'll enjoy:
- Competitive salary: $145,853–$162,757 per year with the full range up to $167,286 based on future progression
- Full extended health benefits (medical, dental, vision, paramedical, life insurance)
- Municipal pension plan for long-term financial security
- Vacation starting from 4 weeks, 13 paid holidays, and monthly sick time
- Additional paid time off for after-hours on-call shifts
- Ongoing training and leadership development opportunities
- $800/month travel allowance
- A supportive, values-driven team environment with strong camaraderie and shared purpose

Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the Board to set and execute ICS’s strategic vision
- Oversee operational planning, budgeting, compliance, and risk management
- Lead senior managers and ensure service quality across program areas
- Represent ICS with funders, government, and community partners
- Foster a culture of equity, inclusion, innovation, and continuous improvement
- Respond to after-hours emergencies on a rotational basis as part of the on-call team.
Job Posting Date
2025-04-04
Application Deadline
This position will remain open until filled
Educational Qualifications
A degree in Social Work, Business, Public Administration, or a related field
Experience and Skills
Who You Are
- A big-picture thinker with a heart for social impact
- A confident leader skilled in navigating complex systems and communities
- An experienced nonprofit executive with a track record in strategic planning, financial oversight, and quality and change management
- A relationship-builder who communicates with clarity, warmth, and purpose

What You Bring
- A degree in Social Work, Business, Public Administration, or a related field
- 7+ years in senior leadership roles, ideally within the nonprofit or social services sector
- Expertise in financial management, HR practices, risk oversight, and policy development
- Proven success working with boards and managing diverse teams
- A Class 5 driver’s license, a reliable vehicle with business insurance, and relevant safety certifications (or willingness to complete them)
Days and Hours of Work
40 hours per week - Monday to Friday. Generally, within the standard office hours of 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, with flexible hours to meet the program and operational needs. Weekend on-call responsibility on a rotational basis as part of the after-hours emergency on-call team.
Wage & Salary
$145,853–$162,757 annually with the full range up to $167,286 based on future progression.
How to Submit Application
https://secure.collage.co/jobs/interiorcommunityservices/52452
Options Community Services – Administrative Assistant
| Options Community Services – Administrative Assistant
Agency Name
Options Community Services
Agency Location
Surrey, BC
Contact Person
June Puga
Region
Southern Fraser Region
Position/Job Title
Administrative Assistant
Program
Fund Development
Service Area
Surrey, BC
Description
Are you passionate about organization, community impact, and meaningful work? We’re looking for an Administrative Assistant who thrives behind the scenes, ensuring every detail is thoughtfully managed. At Options Community Services, your administrative expertise will directly support initiatives that uplift individuals and strengthen communities.

Reporting to the CEO and the Director of Fund Development, the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting our fundraising efforts by preparing timely correspondence, managing gift processing, conducting prospect research, and maintaining accurate donor records in coordination with the Finance department. They will also manage the Raiser’s Edge database, generate reports, assist with donor acknowledgements, and ensure the integrity of fundraising data.

In addition, this role involves will support the external relations team by preparing donor-facing promotional materials, maintaining digital platforms to engage supporters, and tracking inventory for outreach and fundraising communications. The Administrative Assistant will provide comprehensive support to the CEO and the Director of Fund Development, including coordinating meetings, planning events, preparing documentation, and assisting with special projects. Moreover, the role oversees all logistics for Board meetings, including material preparation, venue setup, and catering arrangements to ensure a seamless and professional experience. Occasional reception coverage and general administrative support across the agency are also part of this dynamic and impactful role.
Job Posting Date
2025-04-25
Application Deadline
2025-05-15
Educational Qualifications
The ideal candidate for this position should possess a post-secondary education in business administration or a related field, along with at least one year of recent, relevant experience—ideally within the past five years. This includes experience with fundraising databases (such as Raiser’s Edge or Salesforce), marketing, graphic design, and website maintenance (e.g., WordPress or Drupal). Proficiency in MS Office is essential.
Experience and Skills
The role requires strong organizational, communication, and time management skills, with exceptional attention to detail and discretion when handling sensitive information. The ability to multitask, adapt in a fast-paced environment, and work independently is key. A valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle are required. Preference may be given to candidates with non-profit experience.
Days and Hours of Work
35 hours per week
Wage & Salary
$28.35-$31.91 per hour
Expected Start Date
2025-05-19
Application Requirements
This role requires the incumbent to undergo a Police Information Check (PIC), and a Vulnerable Sector Check by the Ministry of Justice.

How to Submit Application
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your RESUME and COVER LETTER through this link: https://rb.gy/tcd4xz and click the “APPLY” button.
Options Community Services – Communications and Marketing Specialist
| Options Community Services – Communications and Marketing Specialist
Agency Name
Options Community Services
Agency Location
Surrey, BC
Contact Person
June Puga
Region
Southern Fraser Region
Position/Job Title
Communications and Marketing Specialist
Program
People and Culture
Service Area
Surrey, BC
Description
Are you a skilled communicator eager to make a difference? Be the creative force behind our impactful outreach efforts! Join our team as our Communications and Marketing Specialist where you will be at the forefront of shaping our digital and social media presence, crafting visually stunning designs and engaging content that captivates our audience. If you're ready to showcase your creativity and communication skills, together, let's build a community where everyone thrives!

Reporting to the Executive Director - People, Culture, and Learning, the chosen candidate will be tasked with creating and executing comprehensive marketing and communications strategies across various channels. This role involves developing and implementing plans, programs, and deliverables for diverse portfolios, campaigns, and significant projects while executing on our strategic vision of our brand as an organization the builds community and inspires hope. Responsibilities for this position includes but is not limited to: crafting creative marketing materials, corporate reports, memos, speaking notes, presentations, content, and other written materials for both online and offline platforms. Additionally, the Communications and Marketing Specialist will offer strategic communications advice and support to internal stakeholders on designated programs, corporate campaigns, and initiatives. This encompasses crafting key messages, fact sheets, and talking points to support issues management efforts.
Job Posting Date
2025-04-23
Application Deadline
2025-05-13
Educational Qualifications
Our ideal candidate should possess a Diploma in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field with advanced level desktop publishing, graphic design and website maintenance courses, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Proven communications experience in a not-for-profit, healthcare, or social services environment would be a bonus!
Experience and Skills
This role demands an experienced communications and marketing professional who can demonstrate creativity and innovation, leveraging a deep understanding of diverse distribution channels to meet varied needs. The ideal candidate will possess strong writing abilities and excel in cultivating effective relationships with key stakeholders and vendors. They must stay abreast of evolving marketing and communications practices and exhibit proficiency in MS Office programs as well as the Adobe suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).
Days and Hours of Work
35 Hours per week
Wage & Salary
$73,328-$82,610 annually
Expected Start Date
2025-05-19
Application Requirements
This role requires the incumbent to undergo a Police Information Check (PIC), and a Vulnerable Sector Check by the Ministry of Justice.

How to Submit Application
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your RESUME and COVER LETTER through this link: https://rb.gy/tcd4xz and click the “APPLY” button.
Options Community Services – Employer Relations Coordinator
| Options Community Services – Employer Relations Coordinator
Agency Name
Options Community Services
Agency Location
Surrey, BC
Contact Person
June Andy Puga
Region
Southern Fraser Region
Position/Job Title
Employer Relations Coordinator
Program
Employment Services-WorkBC
Service Area
Surrey, BC
Description
Options Community Services is a non-profit organization dedicated to delivering social services across the Southern Fraser region (Surrey, Delta, White Rock and Langley) from early childhood to seniors. Our comprehensive range of programs and services relies on collaborative relationships with individuals, businesses, community groups and government bodies to create focused, effective and responsive resources for the community.

Position Overview

Are you a natural connector with a passion for community impact? Options Community Services is seeking a dynamic Employer Relations Coordinator to lead a motivated team in building strong partnerships with local employers. In this pivotal role, you'll help open doors to meaningful employment opportunities for diverse job seekers, while driving innovative engagement strategies across our WorkBC Employment Services. Join us in empowering communities and changing lives—one job at a time.
Reporting to the Program Manager, our selected candidate will strategically lead and support a team of Employer Liaisons across multiple WorkBC Centres, fostering strong employer partnerships and coordinating outreach activities in collaboration with Options Immigrant Services and other community providers. Your role will focus on expanding employment opportunities—including for multi-barriered clients—through relationship-building, targeted marketing, job development, and individualized client support. You’ll also manage employer databases, monitor service outcomes, track financial supports, and ensure accurate reporting and billing. Engaging in community events, hiring fairs, and networking initiatives, you’ll play a key role in achieving sustainable employment outcomes and advancing program goals.
Job Posting Date
2025-04-29
Application Deadline
2025-05-29
Educational Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have a background in Business Administration or Marketing, with at least two years of experience leading teams in fast-paced, performance-driven environments, and a strong foundation in job development, project management, and working with diverse, multi-barriered clients. They will bring strong local labour market knowledge, established business community connections, and proficiency in MS Office and database systems like ICM.
Experience and Skills
Key strengths include leadership, community engagement, collaboration, and a client-centered approach, along with the ability to meet targets, manage sensitive information, and adapt to diverse cultural settings. A valid BC driver’s license and access to a vehicle are required; fluency in a second language is an asset.
Days and Hours of Work
35 Hours per week
Wage & Salary
$36.59-$37.28 per hour
Expected Start Date
2025-06-02
Application Requirements
This role requires the incumbent to undergo a Police Information Check (PIC), and a Vulnerable Sector Check by the Ministry of Justice.

How to Submit Application
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your RESUME and COVER LETTER through this link: https://rb.gy/tcd4xz and click the “APPLY” button.
Options Community Services – Program Manager
| Options Community Services – Program Manager
Agency Name
Options Community Services
Agency Location
Surrey, BC
Contact Person
June Puga
Region
Southern Fraser Region
Position/Job Title
Program Manager
Program
Supported Living Program
Service Area
Surrey, BC
Description
Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for making a meaningful impact in your community? We’re seeking a dedicated Program Manager to lead our Supported Living Program—overseeing day-to-day operations and guiding teams to deliver high-quality, client-centered services. If you're ready to shape programs that truly change lives, we want to hear from you.

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Program Manager plays a key leadership role in setting annual goals, developing funding proposals, and ensuring program activities align with budgets, accreditation standards, and legislative requirements. This position requires in-depth knowledge of mental health services and the ability to foster strong relationships with community organizations, government agencies, and sector partners. The Program Manager also provides oversight of rent subsidy allocations for clients and leads the full scope of people management, including recruitment, training, and performance development. They ensure compliance with documentation and privacy standards, manage referral processes, and actively contribute to organizational leadership and strategy.
Job Posting Date
2025-05-05
Application Deadline
2025-05-19
Educational Qualifications
The ideal candidate holds a graduate degree in health, social sciences, or a related field, along with a minimum of five years’ management experience in mental health or social services and at least three years in a leadership role overseeing people. They have a strong understanding of outreach work, a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License with access to a reliable vehicle, and a current First Aid Certificate.
Experience and Skills
This role demands exceptional interpersonal, communication, and counseling skills, as well as demonstrated strengths in leadership, conflict resolution, and managing multiple priorities. Candidates must have expert knowledge of mental health, psychosocial rehabilitation, addictions, and harm reduction, coupled with a solid understanding of group facilitation, community-based service delivery, and relevant legislation. Success in this position requires strong organizational and time management skills, a collaborative and professional approach, attention to confidentiality, and proficiency in budget planning, reporting, and the use of software tools. Flexibility, sound judgment, and a commitment to problem-solving are essential.
Days and Hours of Work
35 hours per week
Wage & Salary
$39.15-$42.79 per hour
Expected Start Date
2025-05-26
Application Requirements
This role requires the incumbent to undergo a Police Information Check (PIC), and a Vulnerable Sector Check by the Ministry of Justice.

How to Submit Application
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your RESUME and COVER LETTER through this link: https://rb.gy/tcd4xz and click the “APPLY” button.
Taproot Community Support Services – Executive Director, BC, Child and Family Services
| Taproot Community Support Services – Executive Director, BC, Child and Family Services
Agency Name
Taproot Community Support Services
Agency Location
British Columbia
Position/Job Title
Executive Director, BC, Child and Family Services
Program
Taproot Community Support Services is a leading CARF-accredited organization dedicated to supporting children, families, and individuals through innovative programs, including a range of services in Specialized Homes and Support Services (SHSS), foster care, and outreach initiatives. This is an exciting time for Taproot as the organization has recently launched a full rebrand and is transitioning to an employee-owned business model. As a Certified B Corporation, Taproot is committed to maintaining high social and environmental standards, prioritizing both people and the planet. Taproot fosters a culture of collaboration, empowerment, and inclusivity. As an employee-owned organization, staff are actively involved in decision-making, creating a workplace where every voice is valued and personal investment in the organization’s success is encouraged. With operations across British Columbia and a commitment to sustainable, impactful change, Taproot delivers services that empower vulnerable populations and build stronger communities.
Description
Taproot Community Support Services is a leading CARF-accredited organization dedicated to supporting children, families, and individuals through innovative programs, including a range of services in Specialized Homes and Support Services (SHSS), foster care, and outreach initiatives. This is an exciting time for Taproot as the organization has recently launched a full rebrand and is transitioning to an employee-owned business model. As a Certified B Corporation, Taproot is committed to maintaining high social and environmental standards, prioritizing both people and the planet.

Taproot fosters a culture of collaboration, empowerment, and inclusivity. As an employee-owned organization, staff are actively involved in decision-making, creating a workplace where every voice is valued and personal investment in the organization’s success is encouraged. With operations across British Columbia and a commitment to sustainable, impactful change, Taproot delivers services that empower vulnerable populations and build stronger communities.

The Position
The Executive Director, BC, Child and Family Services is a strategic leadership role reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This position oversees the daily operations, strategic planning, and development of Taproot’s child and family services sector across British Columbia. The Executive Director plays a pivotal role in advancing organizational goals, building strong stakeholder relationships, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality services.
This role also involves fostering leadership development, navigating operational challenges, and driving growth opportunities through innovative strategies and partnerships.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership and Planning
• Lead the development and implementation of strategic plans aligned with organizational objectives.
• Oversee program development and ensure compliance with agency policies, contracts, and accreditation standards.
• Identify growth opportunities, including new funding sources and program expansions, while ensuring team readiness to execute strategic initiatives effectively.
Operational Oversight
• Manage the daily operations of $17M of child and family services, including SHSS work, foster care, and outreach programs.
• Address HR complexities, such as staff burnout, retention, and union negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with government regulations, legal requirements, and organizational policies.

Stakeholder Engagement
• Act as the primary liaison with government funders, including the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD).
• Represent Taproot in sector-related meetings, conferences, and community events.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to support program sustainability and growth.
Team Leadership and Development
• Coach and mentor program directors and managers to achieve operational excellence.
• Build leadership capacity within the team, ensuring a high-performing and motivated workforce.
• Provide guidance on program operations and foster a culture of shared accountability.

Core Competencies and Skills
• Strategic Expertise: Proven ability to align organizational priorities with sector needs through innovative strategies.
• Leadership Impact: Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities to inspire and develop high-performing teams.
• Sector Knowledge: Deep understanding of child and family services, including foster care, SHSS, and related government contracts.
• Operational Acumen: Proficiency in managing budgets, analyzing financial data, and navigating complex HR challenges.
• Relationship Building: Exceptional interpersonal skills to build trust with government funders, staff, and community partners.
• Adaptability and Resilience: Ability to lead in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and handle sensitive issues with professionalism.

Ideal Profile
The ideal candidate is a seasoned leader with:
• A bachelor’s degree in Human Services or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least seven years of management experience in social services or a similar sector.
• Proven success in strategic planning, program development, and operational oversight.
• A collaborative and relationship-driven approach to leadership.
• Familiarity with the Ministry of Children and Family Development and other sector stakeholders.

Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this position is $110,000 - $130,000 annually, with the potential for an annual bonus. This range is based on market benchmarks and may vary depending on the candidate’s relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.

The role includes a comprehensive benefits package, which features a defined benefit pension plan and employer-paid benefits. Vacation entitlement starts at four weeks annually

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Taproot is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, language, national or Indigenous origin, family or marital status, physical or mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socio-economic status.
Job Posting Date
2025-02-28
Educational Qualifications
The ideal candidate is a seasoned leader with:
• A bachelor’s degree in Human Services or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least seven years of management experience in social services or a similar sector.
• Proven success in strategic planning, program development, and operational oversight.
• A collaborative and relationship-driven approach to leadership.
• Familiarity with the Ministry of Children and Family Development and other sector stakeholders.
Experience and Skills
Core Competencies and Skills
• Strategic Expertise: Proven ability to align organizational priorities with sector needs through innovative strategies.
• Leadership Impact: Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities to inspire and develop high-performing teams.
• Sector Knowledge: Deep understanding of child and family services, including foster care, SHSS, and related government contracts.
• Operational Acumen: Proficiency in managing budgets, analyzing financial data, and navigating complex HR challenges.
• Relationship Building: Exceptional interpersonal skills to build trust with government funders, staff, and community partners.
• Adaptability and Resilience: Ability to lead in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and handle sensitive issues with professionalism.
Wage & Salary
$110,000 - $130,000 annually, with the potential for an annual bonus
Benefits
The role includes a comprehensive benefits package, which features a defined benefit pension plan and employer-paid benefits. Vacation entitlement starts at four weeks annually
How to Submit Application
Please submit your interest by sending your resume and an introductory email to: hello@myivy.co

*Please note the extension is .co

Application Deadline
This position will remain open until filled
The Bridge Youth & Family Services – Executive Director
| The Bridge Youth & Family Services – Executive Director
Agency Name
The Bridge Youth & Family Services
Agency Location
Kelowna, BC
Contact Person
TyLynne Whitman
Region
Okanagan
Position/Job Title
Executive Director
Description
About Us

Since 1969, The Bridge Youth & Family Services Society has been a recognized leader in providing innovative, high-quality services to children, youth, and families in the Central Okanagan region and beyond. The Bridge also delivers an extensive continuum of Recovery and Addiction Services, ranging from harm reduction, withdrawal management, treatment and support, through to second-stage services.

The Bridge is a fully accredited non-profit organization and registered charity governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. We are committed to action; action to address the harms of colonization and action to foster safer, braver and equitable work and care environments.

A Unique Leadership Opportunity
After seven impactful years of leadership, our Executive Director is retiring, creating an exciting opportunity for a visionary leader committed to making a meaningful difference in the community. We are seeking an exceptional individual who will build upon our successes, further advance our mission, vision, and values, and shape the future of our organization through innovative leadership.

This is an opportunity to directly influence our strategic direction, contributing significantly to our upcoming 2026–2030 Strategic Plan, and overseeing the development and execution of Annual Operating Plans. You'll collaborate closely with a passionate Board of Directors and a dynamic, interdisciplinary team, driving our continued growth, community impact, and organizational excellence.

Why Kelowna?
Located in the heart of British Columbia’s beautiful Okanagan Valley, Kelowna offers an exceptional blend of breathtaking scenery, a thriving economy, and outstanding quality of life. Enjoy year-round outdoor recreation, from water sports on stunning Okanagan Lake to skiing at Big White or hiking and cycling along picturesque trails. Kelowna’s vibrant arts and cultural scene, exceptional dining, renowned wineries, and family-friendly neighborhoods, complemented by excellent schools and safe communities, make it not only an extraordinary place to work but also a truly rewarding place to call home.

Role Overview
As our Executive Director, you will lead The Bridge Youth & Family Services Society with strategic vision, operational excellence, and inspiring leadership. Reporting to the Board of Directors, you will guide organizational strategy, manage operational priorities, ensure fiscal responsibility, mitigate risks, mentor and empower our staff, and uphold the organization’s strong reputation and integrity.

Your role will be instrumental in shaping our future direction, strengthening partnerships, and enhancing our impact within the community. Join our dedicated team and make a lasting difference in the lives of countless individuals and families in the Central Okanagan.

Position Details

Hours: Full-time (40 hours per week)

Compensation: $137,000 – $170,000 annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Relocation Assistance
Extended Health and Dental benefits
Flexible Lifestyle or Health Spending Account
Municipal Pension Plan Enrollment/Portability
Job Posting Date
2025-05-01
Application Deadline
2025-06-01
Educational Qualifications
Master’s Degree in a relevant discipline.

5–10 years of senior leadership experience, preferably in the nonprofit or public sectors.

Proven success with budget and financial management, public relations, risk management, and developing policies and practices.

Experience working with a Board of Directors and managing key organizational functions.
Experience and Skills
Job Skills and Abilities

Excellent communication skills (oral and written).

Strong leadership and management skills with an innovative and collaborative approach.

Knowledge of nonprofit sector policies, governance models, and community engagement strategies.

Ability to work evenings and weekends, as required.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership

Provide strategic direction, align with mission and vision, and foster a supportive environment for staff, volunteers, and service recipients.

Financial & Risk Management

Oversee finances, manage the annual budget, lead fundraising efforts, and mitigate risks to the organization.

Community Engagement

Build relationships with government officials, funders, and community groups, while promoting The Bridge’s services and advocating for participants.

Human Resources

Lead teams, promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and implement HR policies to recruit, retain, and develop qualified staff.

Other Requirements

Criminal Record Search in accordance with agency policy

Employees must declare their vaccination status for COVID-19 and influenza; if vaccinated, documentation must be provided.

Valid BC driver’s license and use of reliable vehicle
Days and Hours of Work
Monday -Friday 40 hours a week. Weekend and Evening Availability required.
Wage & Salary
$137,000 - $170,000
Expected Start Date
2025-09-01
How to Submit Application
Ready to Lead the Way?
If you are a compassionate, visionary leader with experience in nonprofit management and a commitment to community well being, we want to hear from you!

Forward your resume and cover letter, in complete confidence, to TyLynne Whitman, Human Resource Manager at tylynne.whitman@thebridgeservices.ca

To learn more about The Bridge Youth & Family Services please visit our website at https://thebridgeservices.ca/
The PACE Child and Family Society – Bookkeeper with experience in the Social Services Sector
| The PACE Child and Family Society – Bookkeeper with experience in the Social Services Sector
Agency Name
The PACE Child and Family Society
Agency Location
Marpole Area, Vancouver
Contact Person
Sharon Hamer
Region
Vancouver
Position/Job Title
Bookkeeper with experience in the Social Services Sector
Service Area
Vancouver
Description
Bookkeeping position starting at 7 hrs/wk with possible expansion to more hours.
The PACE Program is looking for a creative and flexible individual, with experience in the Social Service sector, to join our supportive and skilled professional team. This is a part-time opportunity to initially provide bookkeeping services, with the possibility to expand to building and office operations, and administrative support, at our Marpole location. PACE is a CARF accredited agency funded primarily through the Ministry of Children and Family Services (MCFD). PACE offers unique and innovative services, through various programs that work in partnership with families, caregivers and other professionals to support people in reaching their potential.
At PACE, we believe strongly in supporting team members’ growth, and welcome those who are interested in joining us in this pursuit. We provide regular consultation and ongoing professional development opportunities.
Job Posting Date
2025-01-16
Educational Qualifications
A post-secondary degree, certificate or diploma in a relevant field (such as Business Administration) or minimum of five years of demonstrated relevant experience
Experience and Skills
What you Bring:
• Advanced bookkeeping skills with proficiency in SAGE accounting software, essential
• Current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check required
• Experience in the Social Service sector
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Able to be flexible
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral
• Tactfulness, discretion, and cultural sensitivity
• Ability to operate standard office equipment
Days and Hours of Work
7 hours per week to begin
Wage & Salary
$32.00 per hour
Benefits
Health care benefits available for 20 hours/week position
Application Deadline
This position will remain open until filled
The PACE Child and Family Society – Bookkeeper with experience in the Social Services Sector
| The PACE Child and Family Society – Bookkeeper with experience in the Social Services Sector
Agency Name
The PACE Child and Family Society
Agency Location
Marpole Area, Vancouver
Contact Person
Sharon Hamer
Region
Vancouver
Position/Job Title
Bookkeeper with experience in the Social Services Sector
Service Area
Vancouver
Description
Bookkeeping position starting at 7 hrs/wk with possible expansion to more hours.
The PACE Program is looking for a creative and flexible individual, with experience in the Social Service sector, to join our supportive and skilled professional team. This is a part-time opportunity to initially provide bookkeeping services, with the possibility to expand to building and office operations, and administrative support, at our Marpole location. PACE is a CARF accredited agency funded primarily through the Ministry of Children and Family Services (MCFD). PACE offers unique and innovative services, through various programs that work in partnership with families, caregivers and other professionals to support people in reaching their potential.
At PACE, we believe strongly in supporting team members’ growth, and welcome those who are interested in joining us in this pursuit. We provide regular consultation and ongoing professional development opportunities.
Job Posting Date
2025-01-16
Educational Qualifications
A post-secondary degree, certificate or diploma in a relevant field (such as Business Administration) or minimum of five years of demonstrated relevant experience
Experience and Skills
What you Bring:
• Advanced bookkeeping skills with proficiency in SAGE accounting software, essential
• Experience in the Social Service sector
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Able to be flexible
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral
• Tactfulness, discretion, and cultural sensitivity
• Ability to operate standard office equipment
Days and Hours of Work
7 hours per week to begin - possibility to expand to 20 hours or more
Wage & Salary
$32.00 per hour
Benefits
Health care benefits available for 20 hours/week position; Supportive and caring work environment; rich learning and personal /professional growth opportunities;
Expected Start Date
2025-02-03
Application Requirements
Current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check required
Ability to work onsite at Marpole location

How to Submit Application
Send a resume and cover letter to: careers@thepaceprogram.ca

Application Deadline
This position will remain open until filled
Thompson Community Services – Director of Services (Northwest)
| Thompson Community Services – Director of Services (Northwest)
Agency Name
Thompson Community Services
Agency Location
Terrace, BC
Contact Person
Mallory Finestone
Position/Job Title
Director of Services (Northwest)
Description
Challenge yourself in a rewarding environment by joining a progressive and empowering agency.

We are seeking a skilled, experienced and dynamic individual to fill the position of Director of Services for the Northwest. This position is based in Terrace.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, TCS is seeking a skilled leader with professional experience in the community services field. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, this person must have superior communication skills and an ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders. The Director of Services for the Northwest has an overall responsibility for the direction and delivery of services.

The successful applicant will have a combination of experience and knowledge in
the following areas;
• Service Delivery – commitment to the principles of person-centered service delivery, ensuring excellence in all programs;
• Leadership – providing direction and functioning as an exemplar; experience with human resources and labour relations is an asset
• Administration – developing and maintaining organizational functioning; intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
• Community – promoting awareness and building relationships with stakeholders.

This is a salaried management position, with an annual starting salary of $101,400, based on education, credentials, and experience. The compensation package includes company-paid benefits, and a defined benefit pension plan through the Municipal Pension Plan.

If this opportunity excites you and you want to join a progressive organization, please send your cover letter and resume to the attention of Mallory Finestone, COO, at mfinestone@tcsinfo.ca

This position will remain open until filled. Start date will be determined.
Job Posting Date
2025-03-03
Application Deadline
This position will remain open until filled
Wage & Salary
$101,400
Benefits
Benefit pension plan through the Municipal Pension Plan
Expected Start Date
Start date will be determined
How to Submit Application
Send your cover letter and resume to the attention of Mallory Finestone, COO, at mfinestone@tcsinfo.ca
Victoria Youth Empowerment Society – Youth Services Manager
| Victoria Youth Empowerment Society – Youth Services Manager
Agency Name
Victoria Youth Empowerment Society
Agency Location
Victoria
Contact Person
Kisae Petersen
Region
Greater Victoria Region
Position/Job Title
Youth Services Manager
Program
Management Team
Service Area
Greater Victoria Region
Description
Position Title: Youth Services Manager
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Program: Victoria Youth Empowerment Society
Reports To: Operations Director

About Us: The Youth Empowerment Society is a non-profit community service agency dedicated to supporting at-risk youth and their families. We work tirelessly to build a stronger, healthier community by providing prevention, intervention and crisis support services to youth across Southern Vancouver Island.

Position Summary: The Youth Services Manager is responsible for providing the necessary oversight to our staff along with the planning and coordination of program activities and various operations. The Youth Services Manager will foster a collaborative, inclusive, and professional environment while delivering culturally responsive and trauma-informed support to staff.

As part of the YES management team, this position covers a broad spectrum of responsibilities including various aspects of program implementation, personnel management, staff training, community and interagency collaboration.

YES’s youth service programs focus on various critical areas, including support for youth transitions to adulthood, crisis intervention, food security, life skills development, and youth and family support. Additional program components address basic needs, wellness workshops, substance use and mental health support, sexual exploitation prevention and other key areas.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership & Staff Management
* Provide orientation, training, and supervision to program staff
* Maintain and update job descriptions, oversee performance evaluations, and address personnel matters effectively
* Foster a professional and supportive work environment grounded in ethics, diversity, and inclusion

Program Management & Development
* Coordinate program activities to achieve strategic goals and meet community needs
* Collaborate with the Operations Director on long-term program objectives to meet emergent community needs
* Monitor emerging trends and challenges to adapt services effectively
* Develop and maintain strong relationships with community partners and stakeholders

Administration & Compliance
* Ensure compliance with agency policies, funding requirements, and accreditation standards, including preparing timely reports as required
* Manage administrative tasks, including payroll documentation, scheduling, and reporting

Community Engagement & Advocacy
* Represent the organization at public events, community meetings, and inter-agency collaborations
* Participate in fundraising events and initiatives to support program sustainability
* Advocate for the needs of high-risk youth and their families within the community
Job Posting Date
2025-04-28
Application Deadline
2025-05-22
Educational Qualifications
Education
* A bachelor's degree in social sciences, social work, child and youth care, or a related field is required; a master’s degree is preferred.
* A combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.
Experience and Skills
Experience
* Minimum 5 years’ experience in human services, including 3+ years in progressive management roles
* Demonstrated expertise in human resource management, financial administration, and program development
* Experience working with high-risk youth and their families

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
* Proficiency in trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, harm reduction, and culturally responsive practices
* Knowledge of youth services across Victoria
* Knowledge of federal and provincial legislation related to non-profit organizations
* Strong leadership, advocacy, and skills in youth engagement and intervention
* Excellent communication and organizational skills, with a focus on strategic thinking and problem-solving
Days and Hours of Work
Mon - Fri daytime - 37.5 hours scheduled
Wage & Salary
Starting Salary: $70,000–$75,500 (dependent on experience), with opportunities for annual increases
Benefits
* Comprehensive Benefits Package: Comprehensive benefits with Enhanced Coverage and 100% Employer paid package including Extended Health, Dental, AD&D/Serious Illness, Virtual Healthcare, EFAP and Life Insurance ~ after completion of 3-month probationary period. * Paid Time Off: 3 weeks paid vacation to start, 10 sick days, and 13 stat holiday days to maintain a healthy work-life balance. * Professional Development: Funding and resources to support your career growth and skill enhancement. * Meaningful Work: Be part of a mission-driven team making a real impact in the community.
Expected Start Date
2025-06-02
How to Submit Application
To Apply: Join a team passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of youth. For inquiries or to apply with your resume and cover letter, please contact Kisae Petersen, Operations Director at operationsdirector@vyes.ca.

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