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JOB OPPORTUNITY: VISAC Victim Services WorkerDownload PDF Job Posting hereVISAC Victim Services Worker Competition #53-23At Family Services of Greater Vancouver, we’ve 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.This permanent position reports to the Manager, Victim Services. The Program provides specialized services to child and youth victims (female and male) of crimes, in particular abuse/assault (sexual and physical); adult survivors of childhood abuse (sexual and physical); and non-offending family members of a victim.About our Opportunity:Our Valued Benefits:
- Starting at three weeks’ vacation for full time staff
- Three (3) paid household leave days a year
- Two paid Wellness Days a year
- Paid sick days
- 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)
- A work culture that values transparency, teamwork, learning, fairness and integrity
Health and Wellness Resources:- Generous health/dental benefits after 3 months.
- 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, ++
Pension: Pension plan enrollmentWork Hours: 37.5 hours a week, Monday to FridaySalary: GS10 $56,101.50 annual salaryLocation: Vancouver, BCPosting End Date: Posting will remain open until filled
What you bring:Education, Training, Experience- B.S.W. or relevant B.A. plus two years related work experience
- Experience and familiarity with the justice system and social services
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities- Knowledge of Provincial Policy on Violence Against Women in Relationships
- Knowledge of Crime Victim Assistance Program
- Knowledge of dynamics of violence in intimate relationships, sexual assault, criminal harassment and sexual/physical abuse in childhood
- Knowledge of crisis intervention and support skills
- Ability to work independently and on a team
- Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with justice system personnel and other victim service and community programs
- Understanding of paralegal or legal issues
- Understanding of cross-cultural and equity issues
- Computer skills
- Possess valid BC driver’s licence and have access to a vehicle
- Second language is an asset
Additional Requirements- Successful completion of criminal record check
- Proof of Covid-19 vaccination status will be required
- Possess valid BC driver’s licence and have access to a vehicle
- Second language is an asset
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 #53-23 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 “Internal Candidate” in the Comments section at the bottom of the online application**Our programs are located on the traditional, ancestral, and unseeded territory 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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