JOB OPPORTUNITY: Victim Support Worker

Victim Support Worker Competition #94-22

DO YOU WANT A MEANINGFUL CAREER, HELPING OTHERS? JOIN US!

About the Role
At Family Services of Greater Vancouver, we\xe2\x80\x99ve 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.
The successful candidate will conduct risk assessments, safety planning, crisis intervention, and emotional support services with victims of domestic violence and their children. Provide information, referral and linkage with appropriate community resources. Advocate with legal and social agencies, and liaise with the Ministry of Child and Family Development (MCFD) when necessary. The person will also advocate with legal and social agencies, and liaise with the Ministry of Children and Family Development when necessary. Maintain contact and network with other community service providers in order to work effectively with other community systems, and to provide a referral base for clients. Conduct community outreach and education on criminal victimization, victim service and prevention, in conjunction with police partner.

What we offer you:
Benefits of working with us:
Flexible scheduling
Starting at three weeks\xe2\x80\x99 vacation for full time staff (pro-rated for part-time) and growing to more +
Three (3) paid household leave days a year
One paid Wellness Day a year
Paid sick days
Two and a half paid Agency days for full time staff (pro-rated for part-time)
Five paid days for education leave/year (pro-rated for part-time)
One paid Moving Day/year
Subsidized professional association annual dues (if applicable)
Possibility of remote work/ hybrid work
A work culture that values transparency, teamwork, learning, fairness and integrity

Health and Welfare benefits:
Generous group health/dental benefits after 3 months.
Three flex options for health/dental coverage depending on the coverage you need
Option of psychological/counselling services (up to $1500/year)
Employee Assistance Plan
Long Term Disability Plan
Group Life Insurance, Travel insurance, ++

Pension: Pension plan enrollment after 12 months

Work Hours: 35 hours a week until March 31, 2023. 21 hours a week as of April 1, 2023.

Salary: $48,921 annual salary (GS9 Step 1)

Location: New Westminster, BC

Posting End Date: Posting will remain open until filled

What you bring:
Education, Training, Experience

• B.S.W. or relevant B.A. from a recognized accredited university; equivalencies will be considered
• Minimum 2 years experience supporting and advocating for women who have experienced gender-based violence including sexual assault and domestic violence

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• 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
• Experience and familiarity with the Criminal Justice System (CJS) and key social services
• Knowledge of Provincial Policy on Violence Against Women in Relationships (VAWIR)
• Knowledge of dynamics of violence in intimate relationships, sexual assault, criminal harassment and sexual/physical abuse in childhood
• Knowledge of Crime Victim Assistance Program
• Knowledge of crisis intervention and support skills
• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with justice system personnel and other victim service and community programs
• Ability to maintain integrity and hold confidentiality as a Victim Support Worker, while collaborating with systems with differing mandates and perspectives
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a professional team
• Ability to be self-reflective
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries
• Computer skills in Windows/PC environment

Additional Requirements

• Possess valid BC driver\xe2\x80\x99s licence and have access to a vehicle
• Second language is an asset
• Successful completion of criminal record check
• Proof of Covid-19 vaccination status will be required

How to apply:
If this describes you, please submit your application to us through our website, https://fsgv.ca/careers/
Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. Thank you for your interest.
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 #94-22 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 \xe2\x80\x9cInternal Candidate\xe2\x80\x9d in the Comments section at the bottom of the online application**
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