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Transition House Worker Internal/External Job Posting
Position: Transition House Worker
Location: Salt Spring Transition House
Nature of Position: Relief
Hours of Work: Casual
Grid Level: HSA Grid 10
Summary
The transition house worker’s role is to provide support, security, advocacy, information, education, crisis intervention and referrals to residents and crisis line callers, which includes a range of practical and emotional support services to women and their children.
This position requires union membership.
Qualifications
Our ideal candidate:
- has a sound understanding of feminist praxis and the anti-violence sector
- brings a calm, non-judgmental, empathetic, client-centered orientation
- has knowledge/experience in trauma-informed practice, low-barrier housing, harm reduction, and provision of support for individuals experiencing mental health issues and problematic substance use
- has knowledge/experience navigating the BC health and social service landscape
- is a culturally sensitive, open-minded communicator
- is confident working independently but comfortable being part of a larger team
Training and Experience
- Diploma in a related human/social service field is preferred
- Minimum (1) one year recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Application Process
Download the complete Transition House Worker job description. Cover letters and resumes are to be emailed to Andrea Metzger, Transitional Housing Manager, by 4pm on Monday, December 23, 2024.
Community Builder Internal/External Job Posting
Position: Community Builder
Hours of Work: part-time 20hrs per week
Start Date: January 2025
Worksite: IWAV Office and Remote
Responsible to: Executive Director
Salary: Non-Union Management Wage based upon experience; $33-$36/hour plus benefits
Incentive: Eligible for Annual Bonus based on Performance
Under the direction and supervision of the Executive Director, the Community Builder is responsible for the planning and management of donor relationships, events management and internal and external communications for IWAV. This role includes managing marketing, advertising and social media within a specified budget, and approved timelines. Fund development to meet targets is a requirement of this role, including donations, fundraising and other events or campaigns. The Community Builder links IWAV programs and services, with clients, residents, employees and the community at large towards IWAV’s vision of people living free from poverty, violence and abuse.
The Community Builder may take the lead to hire, train, supervise, and evaluate temporary staff and volunteers as needed. These special projects will require access to confidential IWAV information including IWAV financial and employee information as well as funder details. As part of this responsibility, a flexible schedule is required.
The Community Builder is required to embrace IWAV’s policy to be accessible, inclusive, and gender affirming.
Qualifications
Education, Training & Experience:
- knowledge of the Southern Gulf Islands communities, including community organizations, influencers, and funders
- knowledge and understanding in gender-based violence, mental health and substance use, homelessness, and poverty
- post-secondary degree in communications or marketing or an equivalent combination of training, experience, and education
- experienced in building donor relations to meet revenue targets
- proven ability to supervise staff and manage project budgets
- experience within a union environment is an asset
- must agree to a criminal record check
Application Process
Download the complete Community Builder Job Description. Cover letters and resumes are to be emailed to Alicia Herbert, Executive Director, by Monday, December 16, 2024.
Temporary Sexual Assault Response Counsellor Internal/External Job Posting
Position: Sexual Assault Response Counsellor, Part-time
Hours of Work: 16 hrs/week, temporary until January 9, 2025, or until return of incumbent
Start Date: ASAP
Worksite: IWAV Office
Responsible to: Program Manager
Classification: Adult, Youth and/or Child Counsellor
Grid Level: JJEP Wage Grid 14, Paraprofessional $38.68/hour
Under the direction and supervision of the Program Manager, the Sexual Assault Counsellor will provide ongoing counselling support to sexual assault survivors who are 13 years of age or older. This program will be for adult women (inclusive of cis, non-binary and trans women) and youth of all genders. This service will respond to both recent and past sexual assault.
The counsellor will work from a trauma-informed and client-centred perspective with survivors of sexual assault. The counsellor will assess client’s needs and develop and implement counselling plans using a variety of therapeutic counselling techniques. The counsellor will be responsible for case management of clients and will work with individuals and small groups. The counsellor will provide clients with skill building practices.
These services are available to eligible clients from the Southern Gulf Islands (Salt Spring, Pender, Mayne, Galiano and Saturna Islands). This position requires union membership.
Qualifications
Education, Training and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related human/social services
- Sound knowledge and understanding in gender-based violence and impacts of sexual assault
- Training and experience in crisis management and trauma informed practice
- Minimum 2 years of recent related experience
- Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
- Registered membership with one of the following professional associations: Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association, BC Association of Clinical Counsellors, BC Psychological Association
- Experience or training in: counselling survivors of sexual assault, trauma-informed practice; and Indigenous cultural safety
Job Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrated teamwork and ability to work collaboratively
- Ability to work with clients in a way that demonstrates a compassionate, respectful and client centred approach that fosters dignity, individuality, and decision-making process of clients
- Knowledge and understanding of the impacts of sexual assault, sexualized violence, and gender-based violence
- Demonstrated understanding, experience, and practice in gender-based violence, particularly through the lens of intersectionality, diversity, and inclusion
- Ability to work with adult clients with diverse experiences and youths who have experienced sexual assault
- Excellent oral, written, facilitation and interpersonal communication skills
- Effective interviewing and assessment skills
- Excellent conflict resolution skills and experience in crisis intervention
- Demonstrates critical, innovative, and strategic thinking
- Works in a respectful and cooperative manner with staff and clients
- Clear understanding of measurable outcomes and program tracking
- Excellent time and personal management skills
Application Process
Download the complete Sexual Assault Counsellor job description. Cover letters and resumes are to be emailed to Charlie Barteaux, Program Manager by August 19, 2024.
Temporary Sexual Assault Response Coordinator Internal/External Job Posting
Position: Sexual Assault Response Coordinator, Temporary
Hours of Work: 8 hrs/week, temporary until January 9, 2025, or until return of incumbent
Start Date: Immediate
Worksite: IWAV Office
Responsible to: Program Manager
Classification: Program Coordinator 1
Grid Level: JJEP Wage Grid 12
Under the direction and supervision of the Program Manager, the Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) plans and oversees the day-to-day activities of the Sexual Assault Response Program (SARP) at IWAV. This program provides a timely and cohesive response for survivors of sexual assault for all genders ages 13 and older.
The SARC will provide direct support services, emotional support, practical assistance, and referrals to clients who have experienced sexual assault. The Sexual Assault Response Coordinator will engage in public education about how to respond to sexual assault, advocate for survivors, train and oversee volunteers. Public education may include coordination of community events and promotion of IWAV’s services.
As well, the SARC will cooperate and coordinate with other service providers to ensure effective service delivery. These services are available to eligible clients from the Southern Gulf Islands (Salt Spring, Pender, Mayne, Galiano and Saturna). The SARC will participate in the rotation of on call duties.
This position requires union membership.
Qualifications
Education, Training and Experience:
- Diploma in a related human/social services
- Sound knowledge and understanding in gender-based violence and impacts of sexual assault
- Training and experience in crisis management and trauma informed practice
- Minimum two years of recent related experience
- Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Job Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrated teamwork, leadership, and supervisory skills
- Ability to work with clients in a way that demonstrates a compassionate, respectful and client centred approach that fosters dignity, individuality, and decision-making process of clients
- Direct experience working with marginalized groups in advocacy and community outreach
- Knowledge and understanding of the impacts of sexual assault, sexualized violence, and gender-based violence
- Ability to work with clients with diverse experiences and genders, which may include male identified persons and youths who have experienced sexual assault
- Knowledge of police victim services and RCMP procedures in relation to sexual assault
- Ability to work effectively with community services providers to further coordination and cooperation for a common goal of providing comprehensive support to survivors of sexual assault
- Excellent oral, written, facilitation and interpersonal communication skills
- Effective interviewing and assessment skills
- Proven ability for public speaking
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent conflict resolution skills
- Demonstrates critical, innovative, and strategic thinking
- Works in a respectful and cooperative manner with staff and clients
- Clear understanding of measurable outcomes and program tracking
- Ability to learn quickly, work independently, and set clear timelines
- Proven ability to deliver training programs
Application Process
Download the complete Sexual Assault Coordinator job description. Cover letters and resumes are to be emailed to Charlie Barteaux, Program Manager by August 19, 2024.