Job Description

JOB POSTING

Job Title: Support Worker Status: Part Time
Program: Transition to New Beginnings Start Date: ASAP
Location: Burnaby Hourly Rate: $23.38
Hours: 22 hours/week (Line B)
Schedule: Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm Saturday & Sunday, 9:00am-4:00pm
Job Posting #: 23-036
Closing Date: May 14, 2023

The Elizabeth Fry Society of Greater Vancouver (EFry) is a charitable organization that supports women, girls, and children at risk, involved in or affected by the justice system. Our programs work to break the cycle of poverty, addiction, mental illness, homelessness, and crime.

We are recruiting for a Part time, Support Worker for Transition to New Beginnings. Located in Burnaby, Transition to New Beginnings, supports pregnant and newly parenting women and their babies in addressing their substance use. Staff work with clients on case planning, substance use goals, parenting, health needs, planning for long term stability and community-based support. The program is staffed 63 hours a week.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Model positive, healthy behaviours and build rapport with clients, supporting them as they practice setting boundaries, effective communication skills, conflict resolution, and contribute a safe, respectful environment.
• Monitor the program and clients to ensure a welcoming, safe, supportive environment.
• Document and maintain accurate records of client, program, and case planning activities.
• Perform housekeeping duties ensuring quality control for all equipment and maximum cleaning effectiveness.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diploma in a related human/or social services field and a minimum one (1) year recent experience in a bed-based environment, preferably with substance use services, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Understanding of substance use and mental health.
• Understanding of cultural safety and trauma-informed practice.
• Experience working in a licensed facility is an asset.
• Proficient in MS word, excel, outlook and data entry.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

MANDATORY JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Food Safe Level 1.
• Standard First Aid with CPR-C.
• Evidence of COVID-19 vaccination status.
• Evidence of a Tuberculosis Test and compliance with the TB Control Program.
• Doctor’s Note of fitness required.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Review (Vulnerable Sector Search).

EFry is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applicants that represent those we serve. We welcome applicants with non-traditional educational backgrounds and field experience.

Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume to hr@elizabethfry.com by no later than May 14, 2023, with the subject line SW 23-036.

View all vacancies at www.efry.com/careers/

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Part-time hours: 22 per week

Salary: From $23.38 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• No weekends
• Weekend availability
• Weekends only

Application question(s):

• Do you have understanding around substance use and mental health?
• Do you have any experience with case management?

Education:

• DCS / DEC (required)

Experience:

• bed-based environment in substance use services: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Diploma in a related human/ social services field (required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-05-14

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