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The Federation actively works to help our members recruit and retain skilled staff. One of the ways that we do this is by providing a job board of available positions at Federation member organizations.

Federation members can submit job openings and application information by filling out an online form in the members-only area of the website.

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The Federation is hiring!

Position: Executive Director

This is an outstanding opportunity for a visionary, progressive leader to make an impact across a range of sectors and service areas. You can learn more about the job description and areas of responsibility here.

The search is being conducted by Leaders International. You can learn more about the position and how to apply on their website.

First Resume Review: April 28, 2023

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Position: Executive Coordinator

The Executive Coordinator position exists to provide key support and coordination to the Management Team, and the Board, of The Federation. You can learn more about the job description and areas of responsibility here.

Submit resumes and applications quoting “ExCoord” in the subject line to applications@fcssbc.ca.

Posting closes: April 20, 2023

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Archway Community Services – Child Care Support Worker
| Archway Community Services – Child Care Support Worker
Agency Name
Archway Community Services
Agency Location
Abbotsford
Position/Job Title
Child Care Support Worker
Program
New Beginnings Young Parent Program Daycare
Description
JOB POSTING #2023-48-139-02
INTERNAL/EXTERNAL
New Beginnings Young Parent Program Daycare
Child Care Support Worker (several positions to fill)
Wage: $25.00-26.50 per hour, dependent on education
Full Time: 35 hours per week
Permanent
Following school calendar
Flexibility to provide back-up support to Eagle’s Nest Early Learning Centre over the summer months

Provide Child Care with the team at Archway
Come Help Us Help People
Location: New Beginnings Daycare, 32355 Mouat Drive Abbotsford
Onsite

Job Summary:
The Child Care Worker at New Beginnings will plan and implement a developmentally appropriate child care program, offering a nurturing environment for the care of children. This position will require knowledge of the Early Learning Framework and will work in close cooperation with the Child Care Supervisor, school staff and other Child Care Workers.
Your Role:
Archway’s Child Care Worker with the New Beginnings Young Parent Program contributes by:
• Working with the child, family, staff, and supervisor to provide an engaging early childhood experience for a child needing extra support.
• Carrying out developmentally appropriate activities and experiences for the child, which may include indoor/outdoor, and active/quiet activities.
• Attending to the child’s physical needs which may include toileting, eating, sleeping, and other basic needs.
• Attending to the child’s psychological and emotional needs which may include cuddling, rocking, and holding the child.
• Providing a healthy, safe, caring and nurturing environment.
• Building and maintaining relationships with the parents/caregivers, either in person or over the phone.
• Using the Early Learning Framework and emergent curriculum to provide an environment that reflects the interests of the child.
This position is a great fit for someone who enjoys working with families.

Our Offer
• Wage: $25.00 - $26.50 per hour, dependent on education.
• Permanent, full time – 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Benefits include:
o Three weeks’ vacation in your first year, four weeks’ in your second year.
o A great benefits package including extended health and dental, you choose your plan.
o Employee and Family Assistance Program that includes online access to wellness resources.
o Great in-house training opportunities.
o Rewarding work in a positive environment.
Job Posting Date
2023-05-16
Application Deadline
2023-06-15
Educational Qualifications
• Infant / Toddler License to Practice preferred or ECE license to practice.
Experience and Skills
• One y• The ability to collaborate and work with family, staff, and community partners to provide a holistic and nurturing environment for the child.
• The ability to adapt and engage, which reflects the needs and interest of the child.
• The ability to work in an environment where there is a high level of noise and distraction from children.
• The ability to pay close attention to the child’s physical and emotional needs.
• The ability to be involved in direct delivery of activities which may include moderate physical activity of walking, standing, bending, and lifting children up to 40 lbs.
• A satisfactory Criminal Record Check is a condition of employment.
• A current First Aid certificate is a condition of employment.
ear experience providing care to children.
Days and Hours of Work
35 hours per week, Monday - Friday
Wage & Salary
$25.00-26.50 per hour, dependent on education
Benefits
Benefits available
How to Submit Application
TO APPLY
Interested applicants are to reference Posting 2023-48-139-02
Please submit your cover letter and resume to:
Email: [jobpostings@archway.ca]
Subject: Job Posting 2023-48-139-02
Archway Community Services – Child Care Workers: Casual/On-Call
| Archway Community Services – Child Care Workers: Casual/On-Call
Agency Name
Archway Community Services
Agency Location
Abbotsford
Position/Job Title
Child Care Workers - Casual/On-Call
Program
New Beginnings Young Parent Program Daycare and Eagle’s Nest Early Learning Centre
Description
Job Summary:
The Child Care Worker at New Beginnings Young Parent Daycare and at the Eagle’s Nest Early Learning Centre will plan and implement a developmentally appropriate child care program, offering a nurturing environment for the care of children, encouraging their intellectual, physical, and emotional growth. This position will require knowledge of the Early Learning Framework and will work in close cooperation with the Child Care Supervisor, school staff and other Child Care Workers.

Your Role:
Archway’s Child Care Worker with New Beginnings and Eagle’s Nest contributes by:
• Working with the children, family, staff, and supervisor to provide an engaging early childhood experience.
• Carrying out developmentally appropriate activities and experiences for the children, which may include indoor/outdoor, and active/quiet activities.
• Attending to the children’s physical needs which may include toileting, eating, sleeping, and other basic needs.
• Attending to the children’s psychological and emotional needs which may include cuddling, rocking, and holding the child.
• Providing a healthy, safe, caring and nurturing environment. Administering First Aid when necessary. Observing and removing potential hazards.
• Building and maintaining relationships with the parents/caregivers, either in person or over the
• Using the Early Learning Framework and emergent curriculum to provide an environment that reflects the interests of the child.
This position is a great fit for someone who enjoys working with children and families, is flexible, caring, and attentive to the children’s needs!

Our Offer
• Wage: $25.00 to $26.50 per hour
• A casual/on-call, permanent position, Monday to Friday; flexible availability is required to meet shift work within the hours of 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
• Benefits include:
o Access to on-line wellness resources.
o Great in-house training opportunities.
o Rewarding work in a positive environment.
Job Posting Date
2023-05-09
Application Deadline
2023-05-21
Educational Qualifications
• Infant / Toddler License to Practice preferred or ECE license to practice.
Experience and Skills
• Experience providing care to children.
• Knowledge of the Early Learning Framework.
• The ability to collaborate and work with family, staff, and community partners to provide a holistic and nurturing environment for the child.
• The ability to adapt and engage, which reflects the needs and interest of the children.
• The ability to work in an environment where there is a high level of noise and distraction from children.
• The ability to pay close attention to the children’s physical and emotional needs.
• The ability to be involved in direct delivery of activities which may include moderate physical activity of walking, standing, bending, and lifting children up to 40 lbs.
• A satisfactory Criminal Record Check is a condition of employment.
• A current First Aid certificate is a condition of employment.
Days and Hours of Work
On Call
Wage & Salary
$25.00 to $26.50 per hour
How to Submit Application
TO APPLY
Interested applicants are to reference Posting #2023-48-139-01 in the subject line.
Please submit your cover letter and resume to:
Email: [jobpostings@archway.ca]
Subject: Job Posting #2023-48-139-01
Archway Community Services – Childcare Workers
| Archway Community Services – Childcare Workers
Agency Name
Archway Community Services
Agency Location
Abbotsford
Position/Job Title
Childcare Workers
Program
Multicultural Program
Description
JOB POSTING #2023-112-01
INTERNAL/EXTERNAL
Multicultural Programs
On-Call Childcare Worker (several positions to be filled)
Candidates needed for July programming and the 2023/2024 school year starting in September
Wage: $20 per hour
On-Call, Permanent
On Site Work

Opportunity to work with Pre-School Children in Day Care
Join the Team at Archway – Come Help Us Help People!

Location: Abbotsford, BC
On Site
Job Summary:
Provide support and direct care to children, encouraging their intellectual, physical and emotional growth in a quality Early Childhood program.

Your Role:
Archway’s On-Call Childcare Worker for the Multicultural Programs contributes by:
• Working with an Early Childhood team facilitating developmentally appropriate activities and experiences for children.
• Following program schedules which may include indoor/outdoor, active/quiet and individual and group activities.
• Attending to the children’s physical needs which may include toileting, feeding, sleeping, etc.
• Attending to children’s psychological and emotional needs which may include cuddling, rocking, holding infants and children.
• Providing a caring, nurturing environment.
• Ensuring a healthy and safe environment. Administering First Aid when necessary. Observing and removing potential hazards.
• Following childcare licensing requirements.
OUR OFFER:
• Wage: $20 per hour.
• A permanent, on-call position
• As an on-call Childcare Worker, the Program operates from Mondays to Fridays, from 8:30 AM to 9:00 PM as some programs run evening workshops. Therefore, you will need to coordinate your availability with the Supervisor, around this schedule.
• Benefits include:
o Great in-house training opportunities.
o Build your experience in the field of childcare.
o Rewarding work in a positive and supportive environment.
o Opportunity to network with Archway colleagues.
Job Posting Date
2023-05-08
Application Deadline
2023-08-25
Educational Qualifications
• Early Childhood Education Assistant Training OR 20 Hour Responsible Adult Training OR Family Childcare Certification through the ECE Registry.
• Early Childhood certification or license to practice is an asset.
Experience and Skills
• Experience working with immigrant children and awareness of settlement issues.
• Knowledge of age-appropriate childcare facilitation techniques.
• Ability and comfort talking to children and their parents.
• Well-developed oral and interpersonal and communication skills, including working with children and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Good organization, time and general management skills.
• A satisfactory Criminal Records Check is a condition of employment.
• A Current First Aid Certification is a condition of employment.
Days and Hours of Work
Monday - Friday
Wage & Salary
$20.00 per hour
How to Submit Application
TO APPLY
Interested applicants are to reference Posting #2023-112-01 in the subject line.
Please submit your cover letter and resume to:
Email: [jobpostings@archway.ca]
Subject: Job Posting #2023-112-01
Archway Community Services – Counsellor
| Archway Community Services – Counsellor
Agency Name
Archway Community Services
Agency Location
Abbotsford
Position/Job Title
Counsellor
Program
Montrose Wellness and Trauma Counselling
Description
JOB POSTING #2023-168-01
INTERNAL/EXTERNAL
Montrose Wellness and Trauma Counselling
Counsellor
Wage: $37.74 per hour
Full time: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Temporary until July 26, 2024 (possibility of an extension)

Provide Wellness and Trauma Counselling Services
Join the team at Archway
Come Help Us Help People
Location: Abbotsford
On Site
Job Summary:
This position provides counselling within the range of services offered by the Montrose Wellness and Trauma and Abuse Counselling Programs at Archway Community Services. The position includes intake, assessment, individual service plans, and individual counselling sessions, and provides clients with information about other relevant services. The Counsellor assists clients in developing healthy coping skills, addressing trauma, and working toward identified goals.
Your Role:
Archway’s Counsellor with the Montrose Wellness and Trauma Counselling Program contributes by:
• Providing one-on-one counselling, in person or virtually, that may include psychoeducation, crisis support/referral, and trauma counselling as is appropriate for the client(s).
• Gathering information about the client, conducting assessments, and identifying areas of concern.
• Developing interpretive summaries and consulting with each client to create individualized service plans.
This position is a great fit for someone who is interested in supporting clients who have experienced trauma.
Our Offer
• Wage: $37.74 per hour.
• A full-time position at 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, to be available for shifts between the hours of 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
• Temporary position from July 26th 2023 to July 26th 2024 (possibility of an extension)
• Benefits include:
o Three weeks’ vacation in your first year, four weeks’ in your second year.
o Paid professional development training.
o Weekly clinical supervision sessions are provided to review client files and discuss modalities.
o Other in-house training opportunities.
o A great benefits package including extended health and dental, you choose your plan.
o Employee and Family Assistance Program that includes online access to wellness resources.
o Opportunities to network.
o Rewarding work in a positive and supportive environment.
Job Posting Date
2023-05-12
Application Deadline
2023-06-11
Educational Qualifications
• Master’s degree in counselling psychology or a related field.
Experience and Skills
• Registered with a professional regulatory body such as the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors, or Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association.
• Experience in providing trauma counselling.
• Excellent verbal, written, and active listening skills; able to communicate effectively and respectfully with people from a variety of backgrounds and experiences.
• Strong relationship buildings skills; able to build rapport, establish trust, and set appropriate boundaries.
• Strong documentation skills; able to produce accurate and factual case notes in a timely manner.
• Strong computer skills; able to use Microsoft Office365, and virtual meeting platforms including Microsoft Teams and Zoom.
• Ability to provide in-person service, and adherence to health and safety protocols.
• Flexible availability to work some evenings to accommodate clients’ schedules.
• A satisfactory criminal records check is a condition of employment.
Days and Hours of Work
A full-time position at 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, to be available for shifts between the hours of 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Wage & Salary
$37.74 per hour
Benefits
Benefits available
Expected Start Date
2023-07-26
How to Submit Application
TO APPLY
Interested applicants are to reference Posting #2023-168-01 in the subject line.
Please submit your cover letter and resume to:
Email: [jobpostings@archway.ca]
Subject: Job Posting #2023-168-01
Archway Community Services – Foster Parent Support Worker
| Archway Community Services – Foster Parent Support Worker
Agency Name
Archway Community Services
Agency Location
Abbotsford
Position/Job Title
Foster Parent Support Worker
Program
Caregiver Support Program
Description
JOB POSTING # 2023-66-02
INTERNAL/EXTERNAL
Caregiver Support Program
Foster Parent Support Worker
Wage: $26.00 per hour
Part Time: 18 hrs/wk
Temporary until April 01, 2024

Liaise with Caregivers to Support, Strengthen and Sustain Foster Placements
for Long-Term Success
Join Our Team at Archway
Come Help Us Help People

Location: Abbotsford, BC
On Site
Job Summary:
The Foster Parent Support Worker works with Caregivers in their homes and community to sustain successful foster placements and reduce problems leading to moves. This position assesses the needs and strengths of Caregiver families and accesses community resources, as necessary. The Caregiver Support Worker actively collaboratives in Care Team Meetings with Caregivers, Social Workers, and other professionals in a wrap-around care model.

Your Role:
Archway’s Foster Parent Support Worker with the Caregiver Support Program contributes by:
• Working with a caseload of Caregivers in their homes and community with the goal of sustaining successful placements and reducing challenges leading to moves.
• Providing one-on-one and group support to Caregivers aimed at reducing conflict and increasing the ability to manage challenging behaviours.
• Creating trainings and facilitating to support Caregivers’ professional development and learning.
• Assisting Caregiver families in making successful transitions with children/youth entering or leaving their home.
• Assessing strengths and needs of Caregiver families and accessing appropriate community resources for both.
• Building and maintaining strong working relationships with clients, co-workers, and other professionals.
• Maintaining files and completing notes and reports in a timely and professional manner.
• Working with Resource Social Workers and other professionals within the Care Team.
• De-escalating and providing support to Caregivers in contentious or heightened situations.

Our Offer:
• Wage: $26.00 per hour
• A part-time position – 18 hours per week.
• Temporary until April 01, 2024.
• 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 Great in-house training opportunities.
o Rewarding work in a positive and supportive environment.
Job Posting Date
2023-05-09
Application Deadline
2023-06-04
Educational Qualifications
• A degree in social services or a related field. Equivalent education and experience may be considered.
Experience and Skills
• Experience working with families and youth in a social services setting.
• Experience related to or working with foster placements, and youth and children who for a variety of reasons cannot live with their original families.
• Experience training, supporting and debriefing foster parents and/or caregivers.
• Experience conducting group facilitation and teaching skills to various groups.
• Experience navigating the BC Foster Care System.
• Working knowledge of Trauma Informed Practice and supporting research (e.g., Karen Purvis, Bruce Perry) and familiarity and competence in their application.
• Strong facilitation, conflict resolution, and informal counselling skills.
• Working knowledge of Child Development, family meeting formats, FASD, and autism spectrum disorder.
• Genuine empathy, patience, and skill in working with diverse clients, youth, and children.
• Working knowledge of Attachment Theory, the dynamics of broken trust, and Trust-Based Parenting Strategies.
• The ability to work in multiple capacities: independently, as a collaborative team member, and in a leadership role.
• Working evenings to facilitate training for caregivers.
• A flexible schedule.
Days and Hours of Work
18 hours per week - working evenings to facilitate training for caregivers
Wage & Salary
$26.00 per hour
Benefits
Benefits available
How to Submit Application
TO APPLY
Interested applicants are to reference Posting # 2023-66-02 in the subject line.
Please submit your cover letter and resume to:
Email: [jobpostings@archway.ca]
Subject: Job Posting # 2023-66-02
Archway Community Services – Generalist, People & Culture
| Archway Community Services – Generalist, People & Culture
Agency Name
Archway Community Services
Agency Location
Abbotsford
Position/Job Title
Generalist, People & Culture
Program
People & Culture Program, Administration
Description
Job Summary:
The Generalist, People & Culture works as part of the People & Culture team to develop, build, and implement HR programs and initiatives. This position is responsible for supporting leaders and employees through the disability management process related to injuries, short-term disability, and long-term disability. The Generalist, People & Culture will also provide support in recruitment and training and will be responsible for developing new People & Culture processes and other projects as needed.

Your Role:
Archway’s Generalist, People & Culture with the People & Culture team contributes by:
• Providing advice, support and facilitation to leadership and employees regarding disability management. This includes injuries, short-term disability, and long-term disability cases.
• Ensuring appropriate paperwork and documentation is submitted in relation to disability management. This includes injury reporting through WorkSafeBC supporting medical documentation, coordinating applications for short-term and long-term disability and providing supporting medical documentation.
• Ensuring tracking of disability cases is updated regularly and in a timely fashion.
• Maintaining contact with WorkSafeBC representatives and disability management representatives to ensure case management is supportive and on-going.
• Preparing new hire offer letters.
• Preparing amendment letters to reflect change of status for internal employees.
• Conducting new employee onboardings with new hires to review key policies, procedures, and following up with required paperwork.
• Conducting new employee Orientations in collaboration with colleagues.
• Assisting with job description updates.
• Assisting with creating or revising job postings for hiring managers.
This position is a great fit for someone who enjoys supporting employees and working on a variety of activities!

Our Offer
• Wage - $28.52 - $33.77 per hour
• A part-time position at 28 hours per week, 4 days per week.
• Benefits include:
 Three weeks’ pro-rated vacation in your first year, four weeks in your second year.
 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.
Job Posting Date
2023-05-17
Application Deadline
2023-06-17
Educational Qualifications
• Degree or Diploma with a focus on Human Resources or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field.
• CPHR Candidate or Designation is an asset.
Experience and Skills
• Generalist experience in Human Resources.
• Experience with disability management, occupational health and safety, and rehabilitation.
• Experience in building and implementing HR processes and tools.
• Experience in recruitment and selection.
• Experience conducting employee onboarding and orientation.
• Experience understanding and interpreting policy.
• Strong written, verbal, and active listening skills; able to communicate effectively and respectfully with a variety of people.
• Strong relationship building skills; able to build effective and respectful working relationships with co-workers, managers, supervisors, staff, and external organizations.
• Ability to work collaboratively with people who have a variety of perspectives.
• Strong planning, organizing, and time management skills; able to manage completing priorities.
• Problem solving and critical thinking skills
Days and Hours of Work
28 hours per week
Wage & Salary
$ 28.52 - $33.77 per hour
Benefits
Benefits available
How to Submit Application
TO APPLY
Interested applicants are to reference Posting #2023-94-04 in the subject line.
Please submit your cover letter and resume to:
Email: [jobpostings@archway.ca]
Subject: Job Posting 2023-94-04
Archway Community Services – Youth Worker
| Archway Community Services – Youth Worker
Agency Name
Archway Community Services
Agency Location
Abbotsford
Position/Job Title
Youth Worker
Program
Immigrant Youth Services
Description
JOB POSTING #2023-114-02
INTERNAL/EXTERNAL
Immigrant Youth Services
Youth Worker
Wage: $21.00 per hour
Part Time, 18 hours per week
Temporary until December 15, 2023

Provide Support to Immigrant and Refugee Youth with the team at Archway
Come Help Us Help People
Location: Abbotsford, BC
Onsite

Job Summary:
The Youth Worker position is responsible for providing support to immigrant and refugee youth.  This position will plan and facilitate lunch time programming in schools, plan and facilitate after school programs at our office, plan and implement online activities, and work one-to-one with multi-barriered youth. This Youth Worker meets youth from a wide variety of backgrounds and provides them with professional support in all situations.   
Your Role:
Archway’s Youth Worker with the Immigrant Youth Services Program contributes by:
• Planning and facilitating lunch hour activities in assigned schools or online.
• Planning and facilitating after school homework support, English learning, leadership, life skills and recreation activities.
• Planning and facilitating special programs during school breaks, including field trips.
• Connecting with teachers and counselors to identify new immigrant/refugee youth. 
• Connecting with newly arrived youth at assigned schools; preparing and designing creative ways to reach targeted youth and recruiting them for lunch time and after school programs. 
• Completing intake and needs assessments with youth who are new to the program.
• Referring youth to appropriate services at Archway and in the community.
• Providing one-to-one support, including outreach, case management and wraparound goals for multi-barriered youth.
• Maintaining client records, ensuring all files are complete with information clearly and precisely documented while maintaining client confidentiality.
• Connecting with families and guardians as necessary. 
• Transporting youth to and from programs. 
• Preparing snacks and cleaning up afterwards.
• Entering program attendance and one-to-one sessions into funder’s database (iCare); assisting with quarterly and annual reporting.
• Recruiting volunteers to support immigrant youth. 
This position is a great fit for someone who has strong facilitation and cross-cultural skills, has the ability to speak a language other than English (especially Arabic or Dari), is an effective problem solver, and has good recruitment and marketing skills.
Our Offer
• Wage: $21.00 per hour
• A part-time position at 18 hours per week.
• Temporary position until December 15, 2023.
• Benefits include:
o Three weeks’ pro-rated vacation.
o Access to online wellness resources.
o In-house training opportunities.
o Build your experience working with immigrant and refugee youth.
o Opportunities to network.
o Rewarding work in a positive environment.
Job Posting Date
2023-05-11
Application Deadline
2023-05-21
Educational Qualifications
• Minimum two years post-secondary education in a relevant field OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience and Skills
• Experience engaging and working with youth and/or with people from diverse backgrounds.
• The ability to speak a language other than English (especially Arabic or Dari).
• A valid Class 5 BC driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• A reliable vehicle that can be insured for business use.
• The ability to drive clients to and from programs.
• A high degree of flexibility to adapt to changing plans.
• A First Aid certificate is a condition of employment.
• A satisfactory criminal record check is a condition of employment.
Days and Hours of Work
18 hours per week
Wage & Salary
$21.00 per hour
How to Submit Application
TO APPLY
Interested applicants are to reference Posting #2023-114-02 in the subject line.
Please submit your cover letter and resume to:
Email: [jobpostings@archway.ca]
Subject: Job Posting #2023-114-02
Family Services of Greater Vancouver – Kitchen Supervisor
| Family Services of Greater Vancouver – Kitchen Supervisor
Agency Name
Family Services of Greater Vancouver
Agency Location
Vancouver
Region
British Columbia
Position/Job Title
Kitchen Supervisor
Program
Directions Youth Services
Description
Working within the mission, vision, values and person-centred philosophy of the Agency, the Directions Kitchen Supervisor is responsible for the provision and management of effective and accessible pantry and kitchen programs for high-risk and vulnerable youth, experiencing challenges related to food security and/or isolation in Vancouver. 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. It actively supports the Agency’s awareness and goals around diversity and inclusion.

Essential Responsibilites:

Kitchen Program Management

• Facilitate and manage the Directions Centre Pantry and Kitchen program for diverse populations of youth by creating friendly, safe and non-judgmental environments that promote connections amongst members and community inclusion.
• Plan and develop healthy and economical menus and recipes, and purchase food, supplies and equipment for the kitchen.
• In conjunction with Program Manager, provide leadership to the team through recruitment, development of training and supervision of staff and volunteers. Includes participation in interviewing and evaluation of staff performance and professional development.

Admnistrative Responsibilites
• Collect participant data and feedback from Kitchen/Pantry programming; complete required program documentation, reports, and forms; and submit information on program statistics on a regular basis.
• Authorize expenditures within the existing assigned budget and make budget recommendations.
• Support Program Manager in seeking and securing grants and funding sources for Kitchen/Pantry program.

Other Responsibilites

• Responsible for program facilitation and scheduling kitchen volunteers and staff.
• Supervise staff and volunteers, providing 1-1 debriefing sessions after critical incidents as well as growth and development connections and opportunities.
Job Posting Date
2023-05-09
Educational Qualifications
• Post-secondary education in Social Work, Youth Work, Child and Youth Care, and/or Nutrition- Health-Cooking, with minimum of 2 years’ direct experience in kitchens or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• 1-year supervisory experience
• Current Food Safe Level 1 certification
Experience and Skills
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of healthy eating practices and nutrition, menu planning, low-cost shopping and effective budgeting practices, financial literacy as it relates to food programs.
• Understanding the purpose of program evaluation and reporting.
• Knowledge of substance misuse, adolescent development and the problems encountered by substance using individuals.
• Knowledge and awareness of issues that may affect sexually or criminally exploited youth.
• Knowledge and belief in the Harm Reduction model.
• Demonstrated knowledge of safe and proper food preparation practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and group facilitation skills and ability to work with diverse groups of people with a community development focus.
• Ability to take a leadership role within kitchen program and broader Directions programming, and work in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to effectively support and supervise volunteers and staff.
• Resourceful problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position including lifting donations up to 20kg.

Additional Requirements
• Successful completion of criminal record check
• Proof of Covid-19 vaccination status will be required
Days and Hours of Work
37.5 hours per week (Sunday-Thursday) 2-10pm (schedule is flexible)
Wage & Salary
58,909.50 annual salary
Benefits
We have valued benefits after 3 months of start date
Application Requirements
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 #29-23 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.
Application Deadline
2023-05-30
Description
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Family Services of Greater Vancouver – Summer Camp Leader
| Family Services of Greater Vancouver – Summer Camp Leader
Agency Name
Family Services of Greater Vancouver
Agency Location
Vancouver
Region
Lower Mainland
Position/Job Title
Summer Camp Leader
Program
PRIYD
Service Area
Youth Services
Description
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Summer Camp Leader

PRIYD Summer Camp Leader Competition #6-23

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.
Summer Camp Leader wanted for the Providing Resources & Independence for Youth Development Program (PRIYD) to lead the annual Summer Camp for children and youth with support needs in Burnaby and New Westminster.
The Summer Camp Leader will be working as part of our existing PRIYD Integration Support team to plan and carry out summer activities that promote independence for children and youth who have been diagnosed with a developmental disability, such as Autism.

About Our Opportunity:

Our Valued Benefits:
• Flexible scheduling
• A work culture that values transparency, teamwork, learning, fairness and integrity
• Consideration for ongoing part-time work on an after-school/weekend schedule throughout the year
• Have fun doing community-based work and have a direct impact on youth
• Work with a recognized social services agency and leader in the community

Work Hours: Monday to Friday, ~8:45am-3:15pm; 30-35 hours per week (Hourly)
Salary: Grade 7 Step 1 $23.39 per hour

Dates: June 19, 2023 – August 30, 2023

Location: Community Based

Posting End Date: May 31, 2023 (we will review candidates until position is filled.)
Job Posting Date
2023-02-03
Application Deadline
2023-05-31
Educational Qualifications
Education, Training, Experience
• Two years coursework in related field such as the Social Sciences, Education or Social Work
Experience and Skills
• One year experience with children ages 10-18 in a recreational setting
• One year experience with individuals with support needs or behavioural challenges

Additional Requirements
• Successful completion of criminal record check
• Proof of Covid-19 vaccination status will be required
• Enthusiasm to work with youth who have support needs, and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to pass criminal record check
• Preferred: Class 5 driver’s license and clean driving record. Valid First Aid certification.
Days and Hours of Work
Monday to Friday, ~8:45am-3:15pm; 30-35 hours per week (Hourly)
Wage & Salary
$23.39 per hour
Expected Start Date
2023-06-19
Application Requirements
Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. Thank you for your interest. If this describes you, please submit your application to us through our website.
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 #6-23 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.
Description
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Sunshine Coast Community Services Society – Manager of Family, Youth, And Children’s Services
| Sunshine Coast Community Services Society – Manager of Family, Youth, And Children’s Services
Agency Name
Sunshine Coast Community Services Society
Agency Location
Sunshine Coast
Contact Person
Tamara Archer
Region
Sunshine Coast
Position/Job Title
Manager of Family, Youth, And Children's Services
Program
Family, Youth, And Children's Services
Service Area
Sunshine Coast
Description
The Manager, Family, Youth and Children’s Services Team reports to the Director of Program and Staff Development and contributes to the overall success of the organization by providing effective and strategic leadership to the Family, Youth and Children’s Services Leads and teams. As a member of the senior leadership team this position contributes to the overall effective operation of SCCSS.
Job Posting Date
2023-05-19
Application Deadline
2023-06-30
Educational Qualifications
• Bachelors’ Degree in psychology, clinical counselling, social work or equivalent education with a minimum of three years’ experience in a related field
Experience and Skills
• A minimum of three years’ previous program management experience with demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills
• A minimum of three year’s previous program delivery experience in working with families, youth and children with a demonstrated thorough knowledge of relevant issues
• Ability to work from an inclusion-based approach and trauma-based understanding of the client populations being served
• Experience with annual planning cycles including work plans, evaluation and budgets
• Ability to work from a solid understanding of the systemic issues in society as seen through an anti- oppressive lens and applies a feminist-based analysis of gender violence as it affects children, women and trans folk
• Experience with non- violent crises intervention approaches; particularly when dealing with marginalized individuals, those challenged by Mental Health issues and/or special needs
• Experience and demonstrated skill in working respectfully and effectively in a non-judgmental manner with diverse populations including clients from different cultures, ethnicity, and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Knowledge of the impacts of colonialization including residential schools on Indigenous peoples
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• History of good working relationships in a team-oriented environment
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across programs and with community partners
• Ability to identify and mitigate risk
• Good working knowledge of the Local, Provincial, and Federal legislation and regulations as relevant to the work
• Has competent computer skill level with Microsoft Office suite including the ability to maintain and evaluate online information, communication and electronic data base records
• Strong knowledge of SCCSS programs and services
• Successful results of criminal records check
• Valid drivers’ license with safe driver abstract is required along with the ability to transport children on occasion.
Days and Hours of Work
35 hours
Wage & Salary
$67,000-$75,000
Benefits
Yes
Description
https://easyapply.co/a/4180e600-bf59-44b3-9470-8368abb32662
Sunshine Coast Community Services Society – Program Lead (Transition House)
| Sunshine Coast Community Services Society – Program Lead (Transition House)
Agency Name
Sunshine Coast Community Services Society
Agency Location
Sunshine Coast
Contact Person
Tamara Archer
Region
Sunshine Coast
Position/Job Title
Program Lead 2 - Yew and Thyme Transition Houses
Program
Yew and Thyme Transition Houses
Service Area
Sunshine Coast
Description
Oversees the day-to-day operations of Yew and Thyme to ensure effective and efficient operations including staff management, financial administration, maintenance, repairs, and renovations of the facilities and grounds.
Responsible for the ongoing program delivery of a 24hr/day, 7 day/week, 365 days/year program.
Works in collaboration with the Lead 1, Manager - Together Against Violence, and Human Resources Manager to recruit, onboard, orient, train, schedule, supervise, support, discipline, and terminate staff in accordance with the collective agreement and SCCSS policies and procedures
Follows, stays current, and implements the collective agreement.
Establishes, implements, and maintains safety and security procedures.
Builds rapport with clients to secure trust, confidence, and credibility.
Liaises and networks with the BC Society of Transition Houses and other issue-related organizations to establish and maintain collaborative relations.
Performs basic tidying, cleaning, and organizational activities as needed. Has the ability to assess minor household repairs.
Maintains, supports, debriefs on, and encourages self-care practices with employees to lessen the impact of vicarious trauma.
Facilitates and plans staff meetings and opportunities for professional development.
Collaborates with other SCCSS programs to enrich program delivery and fulfill our mission more effectively.
Develops and implements an annual work plan and evaluation process.
Maintains client records and client files in keeping with program manual and SCCSS policy.
Supports the mission, vision, and values of SCCSS including participating in organizational wide initiatives and committees.
Collaborates with the Manager - Together Against Violence to develop and establish standards and accountability mechanisms including work plans, monitoring frameworks, and evaluation processes including the completion of program(s) reports, stat collection, and maintenance of relevant documents.
Program development and work on systemic change
Collaborates with the Manager - Together Against Violence in creating a learning environment for students and volunteers.
Ensures effective service delivery consistent with agency mandate and policies, meeting all legal, union, contractual, financial, and other compliance requirements.
Encourages ongoing compliance with accreditation standards and CARF recommendations.
Stays current with SCCSS programs and services.
May be requested to assist with other duties to aid with the efficient operation of the organization.
Job Posting Date
2023-05-01
Application Deadline
2023-06-02
Educational Qualifications
Post-secondary degree in counselling, social work, or social service field, plus three years of related experience in a related field or the equivalent in education and experience. Plus, two years of staff supervision or program management experience.
Experience and Skills
Good working knowledge of the Local, Provincial, and Federal legislation and regulations as relevant to anti-violence work.
Experience working effectively and in a non-judgmental manner with clients from a variety of diverse backgrounds, including different cultures, ethnicities, and socio-economic backgrounds.
Experience supervising employees, teams, contractors, and volunteers in a unionized environment is preferred.
Experience applying a feminist analysis of gender violence as it affects children, women, and trans folks.
Solid understanding of the systemic issues that need to be addressed in order to decrease violence against women and children.
A trauma-informed practice approach.
Knowledge of family systems and culturally competent practices
Experience with program planning, evaluation, statistics gathering, report writing, and budgeting.
Knowledge of the dynamics of violence against marginalized individuals, including indigenous women and children.
Ability to work flexible hours, including on-call evenings and weekend shifts.
Proven ability to work collaboratively across programs and with community partners.
Facilities management experience is an asset.
Strong, intermediate-level computer skills on multiple platforms including Microsoft Office suite, virtual meeting platforms, databases, and multi-factor authentication.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Able to identify and act on priorities and collaborate and get buy-in from staff on decision-making when appropriate.
Successful results of a criminal record check.
Valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle are required.
Strong knowledge of SCCSS programs and services.
First Aid, Level C
Days and Hours of Work
35
Wage & Salary
$26.60-$31.78
Benefits
SCCSS covers 100% of the cost of benefits and 75% of the cost of long-term disability
Expected Start Date
2023-06-19
Description
https://easyapply.co/a/5bab911c-2240-4a88-97d5-7710feab6c0b
The PACE Child and Family Society – Family Counsellor
| The PACE Child and Family Society – Family Counsellor
Agency Name
The PACE Child and Family Society
Agency Location
Vancouver
Contact Person
Sharon Hamer
Region
Lower Mainland
Position/Job Title
Family Counsellor
Program
Supporting Healthy Transitions Program - working with three Indigenous Agencies
Service Area
Lower Mainland
Description
Acknowledging that we live, work and play on the traditional unceded territories of the Coast Salish Peoples – sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh), and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) Nations

Unique Employment Opportunity at The PACE Program:
Working together to foster emotional well-being in our community through connection, support and education.

Family Counsellor – Supporting Healthy Transitions Program.
Providing service to three Indigenous Agencies.
20 to 24 hours per week, start date early to mid-July.
Includes competitive compensation package, flexible work hours, and intensive training and professional development opportunities. You will be joining a close-knit supportive team.

The PACE Program is looking for a creative and flexible individual to join our supportive and skilled professional team within the Supporting Healthy Transitions Program, a unique and exciting collaborative venture with the Ministry for Children and Family Development (MCFD).

Our focus on this team is to provide support to children and their families as children move from one family to another. This could include working with biological parents and extended family, foster/out-of-care caregivers, and adoptive families.

The Family Counselor bridges connection between the families/caregivers involved to mitigate loss and support attachment. Service includes therapeutic work with the children and families as well as close collaboration with Social Workers and other professionals in the child and family circle.

Service will be provided to three Indigenous agencies. While office space is provided in Vancouver, travel may be required depending on where the families live.

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 clinical consultation and ongoing professional development opportunities.
The Supporting Healthy Transitions Program is accredited through CARF. PACE is primarily funded by MCFD and has been in operation since 1984.

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Providing a range of child, family and systems support including counselling and both in-home and virtual support and meetings.
• As each transition is unique, gathering input from the families and professionals to determine how to best support them.
• Nurturing the development of sustainable relationships between the involved families to support the child’s attachment needs.
• Providing emotional and strategic support to all parties.
• Offering therapeutic support to children, including help with difficult conversations and the preparation of therapeutic narratives and life stories.
• Liaising and consulting with the Advisory Committee.
• Participating in a collaborative planning process that supports everyone involved.
• Liaising with social workers and other professionals to establish systemic and collaborative working relationships.
• Collecting service feedback from both families and professionals as our involvement concludes.
• Ensuring documentation and stats are maintained and recorded in a timely manner.
• Participating in PACE team meetings, consultation, and training.
Job Posting Date
2023-05-09
Application Deadline
2023-06-01
Educational Qualifications
What you bring:
• Relevant Master's degree or equivalent training from a recognized educational institute.
• Minimum of 5 years as a Family Counsellor.
• Experience working with child welfare required.
• Experience working with children required.
• Experience supporting Indigenous families required.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in trauma informed practice and systems approach.
• Sound understanding of child development, attachment, grief, loss and trauma issues.
• Experience working in collaboration with professionals essential.
• Class 5 Driver’s License and access to a vehicle required.
• Current First Aid Certificate required.
• Proof of Covid-19 vaccination status will be required.
• Current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check required.
Days and Hours of Work
• 20-24 hours per week (days somewhat flexible - regular meeting/consultation times are fixed)
Wage & Salary
• Competitive compensation package
Benefits
• Supportive team & rich learning environment • Comprehensive orientation period, including one-on-one training and mentorship. • Flexible work hours and possibility of hybrid work • Intensive training and professional development opportunities
How to Submit Application
Interested individuals are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Please forward:
1) resume
2) cover letter by email: [admin@thepaceprogram.ca]
Note: Interviews will be scheduled as resumes received. Only those short-listed will be contacted.

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