Victim Support Worker- Part-Time

Fsgv; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Three weeks vacation for full-time

Three paid household leave days a year

Two paid Wellness Days a year

Two and a half-paid Agency days for FT

Five paid days for education leave

One paid Moving Day

Subsidized professional association"s

Milestone celebrations

On-the-job education

Safe and Respectful Work Environment

Opportunities for Growth

Mentoring and recognition

Diversity and inclusion

Job summary

Family Services of Greater Vancouver is seeking a Victim Support Worker to assist clients who have experienced violence, guiding them through crisis response and safety planning, and supporting them through the justice process.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed, client-led approaches, collaboration with justice and community partners, and flexible scheduling. A Criminal Record Check is required and 3 weeks of vacation are typical for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• BSW or relevant BA plus two years related work experience.
• Experience with the justice system and social services.
• Knowledge of dynamics of violence in intimate relationships, sexual assault, and criminal harassment.
• Ability to work cooperatively with justice system personnel and other victim service programs.
• Experience with community-based and feminist approaches to intervening in violence against women.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to clients who have experienced violence and may be involved with the justice system.
• Assist in crisis response and safety planning for survivors.
• Support clients through the criminal justice process and make referrals to community resources.
• Maintain liaison with other victim service and community programs.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Safety planning

Collaboration with justice system

Interpersonal communication

Diversity awareness

Teamwork

Education

BSW or relevant BA

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Word

Job description

At Family ServicesofGreater Vancouver, our staff and volunteersare makinga difference every single day. FSGV supports victims and survivors, families, and youth with programs, services, and supports that are trauma-informed and client-led. If you want to pursue your passion while working toward a mission aligned with your values, We offer a range of benefits and recognize the importance of work-life balance and wellness.

FSGV has more than350staff and volunteers at 11 locationsacross the Lower Mainland, serving the communities of Vancouver, Richmond, New Westminster, Burnaby, and Surrey.

FSGV is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If you requirea disability-related accommodation toparticipatein the recruitment process, please read the job posting for more information.

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Location: Burnaby, BC, British Columbia

Job Id:942-55-26

# of Openings:1

Victim Support Worker, Community Based - Part-Time Competition ##55-26

About Our Opportunity

The Victim Support Worker is responsible for providing support to clients who have experienced violence and may or may not be involved in the justice system as a result of being the victim of sexual assault/intimate partner violence. The Victim Support Worker will assist in the recovery of clients by lessening the impact of crime and trauma (emotional support/crisis response), ensuring survivors are effectively supported through the justice process (criminal justice system support), assisting in the creation of safety plans, and helping survivors cope with the effects of the crimes committed against them (referrals and community liaison).

• Flexible scheduling to accommodate life/work balance
• Three weeks’ vacation for full-time staff * entitlement increases from there
• Three paid household leave days a year*
• Two paid Wellness Days a year
• 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)
• Milestone celebrations
• On-the-job education through various Lunch and Learns
• Safe and Respectful Work Environment
• Opportunities for Growth
• Ongoing support, mentoring, and recognition to help with engagement and career growth
• A work culture that values transparency, teamwork, learning, fairness, and integrity

*(pro-rated for part-time staff)

Health and Wellness Resources: **

• 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, ++

** (eligible for staff working 20+ hours per week)

Location : FSGV New west Minster Office, 200-601 6 th St., New Westminster, B.C.

Posting End Date: Posting will remain open until filled

What do you need to succeed?

Education, Training, Experience

• BSW or relevant BA plus two years related work experience
• Experience and familiarity with the justice system and social services
• Knowledge of dynamics of violence in intimate relationships, sexual assault, and criminal harassment
• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with justice system personnel and other victim service and community programs
• Experience with community-based and feminist approaches to intervening in violence against women

Role Qualifications and Skills include, but are not limited to

• Knowledge of dynamics of violence in intimate relationships, criminal harassment, sexual/physical/emotional and economic abuse.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention and support skills, riskassessmentand ability to safety plan.
• Knowledge of, and experience with, community-based and feminist approaches to intervening in violence against women, taking into account the intersectionality of persons marginalized on the basis of gender, race/ethnicity, economic status, language, culture, age, ability, sexual or gender identity.
• Collaborative communication, including teamwork and cooperation, interpersonal communication,diversityand cultural agility.
• Knowledge of Provincial Policy on Violence Against Women in Relationships.
• Knowledge of Crime Victim Assistance Program.
• Commitmentto:results focus, client-centered service, planning and organizing and technicalproficiencyin Microsoft Outlook,Exceland Word.
• Maintain contact and network effectively with other community service providers and to provideareferral base for clients.
• Understanding of the criminal justice system.
• Meettheadministrative expectations oftheagency and program,including file record-keeping and data collection.

Additional Requirements

• Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check

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.

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.

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