Job Description

About Us

The Bridge Youth & Family Services is an Okanagan-based non-profit agency that utilizes evidence-based and client-centered care to provide the best service for our program participants and community. We provide safe, welcoming, and accessible spaces for individuals and families. With more than 50 years of experience, we are consistently expanding our programs and services along with looking for individuals to join our dedicated team and help us continue our impact of transforming lives and building community.

At The Bridge, you will have opportunities for success with a focus on personal development and the flexibility to learn and grow. We value our employees and showcase our commitment by offering competitive compensation packages and ongoing training & career development opportunities. Come live, work and play here in the Okanagan where adventure and nature are at your fingertips.

About the Role

The Bridge Youth & Family Services requires a Part-Time Program Facilitator to ensure the physical, emotional, social needs of adult participants at Bridgeway. Program Facilitator(s) provides assessment, treatment planning and implementation for participants of the program. Delivers psycho-educational workshops and teaches mindfulness based relapse prevention and coping strategies. Utilizes community resources to facilitate achievement of treatment goals and transition planning. The position aids the participant in identifying and understanding personal issues and in establishing and achieving specific, attainable goals necessary to recovery.

Position: 20 hours per week Saturday and Sundays.

Compensation: $33.12-$38.62 per hour plus applicable shift premiums

• Evening shift premium - additional $3.50 per hour between 1900hr-0700hr
• Weekend shift premium - additional $2.50 per hour between 2400hr (midnight) Friday - 2400hr (midnight) Sunday
• Shift premiums compound- additional $6.00 per hour between 1900hr-0700hr on 2400hr (midnight) Friday - 2400hr (midnight) Sunday
• Facility-Based Hours Premium - additional $1.00 per hour for facility-based roles.

Indirect Compensation:

• 3 weeks vacation pay which increases with length of service
• 1 paid wellness day per year
• Paid Birthday off
• Paid sick time which increases with length of service.
• Professional development & education reimbursement opportunities

Qualifications

•Education & Experience•

• Minimum Undergraduate Degree in Social Work, Psychology or Related Field.
• 3 years experience working with addictions and mental health
• Training and experience providing evidence-based responses/ therapeutic interventions to individuals experiencing alcohol use disorder, substance use disorder or concurrent disorder.
• Demonstrated group facilitation and counselling skills
• Experience creating and working within a culturally inclusive environment

•Skills•

• Excellent communication skills, orally and in writing
• Ability to build strong, collaborative working relationships with external and internal stakeholders
• Demonstrated crisis management, decision-making, conflict resolution, time management, and problem-solving skills.

•Additional Requirements•

• Criminal record check in accordance with agency policy
• Valid First Aid certificate (preferred)
• Employees must declare their vaccination status for COVID-19 and influenza; if vaccinated, documentation must be provided.

We appreciate and thank all applicants for their interest; however we will contact only those candidates shortlisted for an interview

•The Bridge is an equal opportunity employer•

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $33.12-$38.62 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Application question(s):

• How many years of addictions and mental health experience do you have?

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Work Location: In person