Job Description

Manager, Relief Staff

About DEWC

The Downtown Eastside Women's Centre (DEWC) exists to support and empower women and children, living in extreme poverty in the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver, who are particularly vulnerable to violence, exploitation, injustice and injury. Through low barrier Drop-In Centers and Emergency Shelters, DEWC provides basic need services, programs, and specialized supports to over 700 women and children daily to help them survive the conditions that surround them. See website (www.dewc.ca) for details on our mission and mandate as well as programs and services.

The Opportunity

The Manager, Relief Staff is responsible for the supervision, coordination, and support of casual relief staff across DEWC's Drop-In Centres and Shelters, ensuring consistent, trauma-informed service delivery in alignment with DEWC's mission. This role also provides critical managerial coverage during absences of permanent Managers (e.g., vacations, leaves) and upholds operational continuity while adhering to the Collective Agreement and DEWC policies. Reporting to the Director of Direct Services, the Relief Manager works collaboratively with staff to maintain a safe, respectful environment and steps in to lead programs as needed. She will work from a feminist perspective and within an anti-oppression framework.

About You

Must have at least 2 years' experience in a similar role, preferably within a non-profit environment. You are knowledgeable of the issues impacting women in the dtes, including gender-based violence, mental health, homelessness, and addictions with an understanding of trauma-informed care responses. You are able to promote DEWC mission, mandate, philosophy, and values Must have strong computer and IT skills including Microsoft 365 You are an excellent communicator including report writing You have efficient organizational skills including record keeping, scheduling, and problem-solving abilities

Benefits of Joining the DEWC Team

Healthcare: Extended

health & dental coverage including vision, prescription medications, alternative therapies, EAP, life insurance and long-term disability.

Paid time off: 3

weeks paid vacation in the 1st year, 4 weeks after 1 year; 12 paid statutory holidays; 12 paid sick days annually; and access to time off to handle family or personal situations.

For Retirement:

Enrolled in the Municipal Pension Plan with a matching contribution from DEWC.

Other perks:

Compressed work schedule, employee loan program; regular staff development days; and DEWC employees are considered first for any open positions.

POSITION DETAILS:

Permanent, full-time, 9-day fortnight schedule Schedule: Week 1: Sunday to Thursday (8:30 am - 5pm)

Week 2: Monday to Thursday (9am - 5pm)

Excluded position: Salary range - 77,250 - $88,837.5 based on experience Application Closing Date: Until Position is Filled Start Date: ASAP


Submit cover letter and resume to: Manager, Relief Staff Hiring via careers@dewc.ca

For full job description visit:

www.dewc.ca/career

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Indigenous women and women of colour are strongly encouraged to apply / Additional languages spoken an asset.

While we thank all applicants for their interests, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted