Community Based Victim Service Support Worker – Part-time

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Position: Part-time Community Based Victim Service Support Worker
Hours of Work: 20 hours a week minimum.
Wages: 24.50 to 26.00/hr dependent upon experience and education
Application Closing Date: Open until position is filled
Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract End Date: March 31, 2023 with possibility of extension

General:
Canadian Mental Health Association-Cariboo Chilcotin Branch, is currently looking at expanding its Victim Services Program and is seeking a new Victim Support Workers. Under the Direction of the CBVS Program Manager, you will co-ordinate the Victim Services Program and its clients through client-in takes, needs assessments and intervention for power-based crimes including criminal harassment, sexual assault, assault, family violence, child abuse and neglect.

Key Responsibilities:
This includes but not limited to the following functions:

  • Provide accurate and non-biased information about court and the criminal justice system.
  • You are a source of support for all court related matters and go to court with victims as required.
  • You are perceptive to individual client needs, and make referrals to other services as required.
  • You act as an advocate and liaison between the victim and other service providers such as the RCMP, Crown Counsel, Income Assistance, MCFD, etc. as required.
  • You work closely with the victim to ensure they are updated, informed, and supported.
  • Provide follow up services and support with victims to ensure their needs have been met.
  • You are responsible for promoting and facilitating awareness raising, healing/wellness programs and workshops.
  • Ability to prioritize, daily and weekly work assignments.
  • Maintaining accurate and up to date client files.
  • Promotion in public displays, presentations to community groups, social service agencies and police through effective use of various forms of communication.
  • Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships by working collaboratively with internal programs of CMHA, RCMP, RCMP Victim Services, Aboriginal Victim Services, Crown Counsel, Hospital, MCFD, Transition House, Stopping the Violence Programs, and indigenous partners.
  • Ability to work in a team environment, professional and respectful demeanor.
  • Excellent organizational, verbal and communication skills.
  • Creative problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work with diverse individuals and communities.
  • Flexibility around daily hours due to court appearances/support to clients as/when required.

Required Qualifications:

  • Minimum 2-year social service post-secondary accredited program with a minimum of 1 year working experience in a related field OR a minimum of two years combination of Work and Training experience in a related field. Knowledge of domestic violence and sexual assault issues, crisis intervention, risk assessments, safety planning and trauma informed practice would be an asset.
  • Strong competency in both written and oral communication is required to develop, maintain, and accurately record complex confidential relationships.
  • Understanding of victim’s issues, the criminal justice system and family law.
  • Understanding of human rights and labor relations issues is bonus.
  • Knowledge of the Williams Lake social services organizations and indigenous organizations and how to access these community resources.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point.
  • A valid BC Class 5 driver’s license, insurance and a reliable vehicle is required to fulfill the requirements of this position.
  • Current driver’s abstract.
  • Current criminal record.

Mental Stress
There is frequent noticeable pressure from simultaneous priorities. Unpleasant contact or concerns over unpleasant situations are frequent. This position may expose the incumbent to vicarious trauma that results from empathetic engagement with recently traumatized clients.

CMHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If this position sounds like a right fit for you, and you’re ready to join our team and offer your skills towards a safer and healthier community, please email a cover letter AND resume to Ms. Penny Stavast, Program Manager, Community Based Victim Services at penny.stavast@cmhacariboo.org or drop off at the front desk reception at 201, 35 South Second Avenue, Williams Lake, BC. No Phone calls please.

NOTE: Pursuant to Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, Preference will be given to applicants with First Nations ancestry.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Family Solutions Counselling Position – Full-Time Permanent

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Full-time Counselling Position – Permanent

Summary of Job Description:

 

  • Provide individual and family counselling for youth and families to support personal growth and skills, healthy communication, self-regulation, and coping strategies
  • Provide a psychoeducational component of attachment-based parenting skills and strategies specific to the needs and development of the individual child
  • Family mediation, reunification, and conflict resolution
  • Support clients experiencing anxiety, depression, and mental illness
  • Collaborate with other community agencies and partners to support mutual clients
  • Co-facilitate the Connect Parenting Program twice a year
  • Develop and facilitate workshops and groups for youth and parents/caregivers
  • File management, compiling statistics and administrative tasks
  • Participate in community and staff meeting

 

 

Job Qualifications:

  • Prefer Bachelor of Arts Degree or Counselling Diploma
  • Minimum 2-year diploma in Social Service field and 1 year of work experience in related field
  • Ability to lead individual, group, couple, and family sessions
  • Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to work both independently and with team
  • Knowledge of relevant community resources
  • Intermediate computer skills
  • Excellent organizational and record keeping skills
  • Must agree to undergo a Criminal Records Check

Canadian mental Health Association is committed to the fundamental principles of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to treating people fairly, with respect and dignity, and to offer equal employment opportunities based upon an individual’s qualifications and performance – free from discrimination or harassment because of race, color, ancestry, place of origin, political belief, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, or a criminal or summary conviction offence unrelated to a person’s employment or intended employment.

Applicants who have the required qualifications will be given first priority.

Only those applicants short listed will be contacted.

 

Closing Date:  When filled

Please email resume with cover letter to:

Dana Hamblin

Family Solutions Program

Email: dana.hamblin@cmhacariboo.org

Telephone: 250-305-4487

(Resumes submitted through Facebook will not be considered)

 

Human Resources Officer

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Job Description:

School District No. 59(Peace River South) is seeking applications for the excluded position of Human Resources Officer. Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, the successful individual will provide leadership in supporting a wide range of human resource services related to the administration of personnel and labour relations for the district. The position will be effective as soon as possible.

The Position:

This is a full time excluded position. The Human Resources Officer will be responsible for assisting with:

  • Administration and interpretation of teacher and support staff collective agreements.
  • Collective bargaining.
  • Providing support and guidance to supervisors
  • Coordinating and delivering orientation and staff development related to human resource functions to new employees and to administrations and managers.
  • Recruitment and selection.
  • Performing other related human resource duties.

Qualifications and Requirements:

A minimum of five (5) years leadership and administrative experience in a unionized setting.

  • Completion of a relevant university degree or equivalent post-secondary education in  the human  resource field is highly desired.
  • Ability to communicate and report effectively, verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to seek innovative solutions to problems.
  • Computer skills appropriate for the responsibilities and duties.
  • Strong, positive and interpersonal skills
  • Exemplary communication skills and ability to navigate difficult conversations.
  • Proven abilities to establish and maintain effective work relationship and demonstrate skill and aptitude in dispute resolution.
  • Prove ability to make reasoned decisions.
  • High degree of discretion when dealing with sensitive information.
  • Willingness and ability to face sensitive employee situations and take appropriate action.
  • Ability to exercise considerable independent action in the performance of all duties.
  • Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and adapt to changing work volumes.
  • Continuous upgrading of professional knowledge in Human Resources.

Lesser qualified individuals may be considered

Interested candidates must submit their application complete with resume, a completed School District employment application (can be found on our website under employment), documentation and transcripts supporting credentials and three professional references with permission to contact each in confidence. Applicants must possess a valid B.C  Driver’s License. Enclose a copy of a recent Driver’s Abstract with your application.

Contact Brittany Faulkner for specific de4tails on the position responsibilities. Successful completion of a Criminal Record Search is a requirement, if employed .

Please submit application and salary expectations to:

Brittany Faulkner, Director of Human Resources

School District No. 59 (Peace River South)

11600 7th Street

Dawson Creek, BC

V1G 4R8

Phone:250-782-8571 Fax:250-782-3204

or Email: bfaulkner@sd59.bc.ca

 

 

Liquor Store Customer Service

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Liquor Store Customer Service

Murray’s Liquor Express 

Chetwynd, BC

 

Description :

  • Liquor store is open 9 am to 11 pm
  • Must be able to work both shifts 9-4 and 4-11
  • Must be able to work some weekends
  • Working sale counter, stocking, etc.

 

Job Types: Full -time, Part-time, Permanent

Part time hours : 15-40 hours a week

Salary: from $18.00/hour

Additional Pay: 

  • Bonus Pay
  • Overtime Pay
  • Tips

Benefits:

  • Dental Care
  • Extended health care
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Life insurance
  • On-Site parking
  • Vision Care

 

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Evening Shift
  • Weekend Availability

How to Apply: 

Apply in person by bringing resume to Murray’s Liquor Express

 

Covid 19 Considerations : 

Extra cleaning is being done

 

Ability to relocate/commute: Chetwynd, BC reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work preferred.

Part time Waitress

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Busy Chinese restaurant is seeking a part time waitress.

Students are welcome.

Please bring your resume to restaurant or phone 250 395 8999

Senior Park Ranger

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Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy
Williams Lake or Kamloops

Senior Park Ranger
$56,032.51 – $63,565.27 annually

BC Parks is responsible for the effective management of the natural, cultural and recreational values in the Province’s protected lands system. BC Parks delivers on three primary functions; protected area land and resource planning, administration and management; serving as the regulator for all matters pertaining to protected areas; and providing and administering recreation opportunities and associated services.

As a Senior Park Ranger, your duties may include undertaking natural, cultural resource and recreation services management and monitoring actions as assigned.  You will also perform facility maintenance and minor reconstruction, contract/project management, planning and delivery of compliance and enforcement actions and information to park visitors.  You will also supervise and/or coordinate staff and volunteers, identify, and address public and employee health and safety issues.  You will undertake liability and risk assessments and take corrective action while providing input into park, resource and recreation management plans.  The role also includes the undertaking of emergency response duties to help protect the rights, property and interests of the government in Parks, Protected Areas, Conservancies, Ecological Reserves and Recreation Areas.

Qualifications for this role include:

  • Undergraduate degree or higher in natural resource management, outdoor recreation or a related field (biology, geology, resource management, recreational planning, forestry, fisheries, etc.), and one (1) year related experience*; OR 
  • A two (2) year technical diploma in natural resource management, outdoor recreation or a related field (biology, geology, resource management, recreational planning, forestry, fisheries, etc.), and three (3) years of related experience*; OR
  • Secondary school graduation or equivalent and a minimum of five (5) years of related experience*.
  • An equivalent combination of education and a minimum of five (5) years of related experience* may be considered.

*Related experience includes the following:

  • Experience in natural resource management (such as ecosystem management, fish and/or wildlife management, forestry management, invasive species management, natural resource inventory and research, environmental impact assessment).
  • Experience in cultural resource management (such as archaeological or cultural site management, archaeology, First Nation agreement management).
  • Experience in parks and protected area management, encompassing a broad range of activities and initiatives related to the delivery of recreation and conservation programs and services.

For more information and to apply online by June 22, 2022, please go to: https://bcpublicservice.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/88145

Artist’s model

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Model required for occasional weekend morning sessions of life drawing.

The requirements are: 19 years or over, reliable, able to hold a variety of poses for times ranging from 1 to 30 minutes.

Training provided.  Pay is $70 for each 2 1/2 hour session.  Please contact Marion at 250-397-2460.

SUMMER STUDENT – Delivery Driver / Warehouse Person

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Tasco Supplies Ltd. is seeking a Summer student, with potential for long term employment.

Must have drivers license and be physically fit due to the nature of the job, some heavy lifting will be required.

Please apply in person to Melissa Schneider.

Moving Helpers Required TODAY- June 1, 2022

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Looking for 2-3 Moving Helpers TODAY as soon as possible, original helpers cancelled.

$22/hour for approx. 8 hours.

Please call Evelyn at 250-706-9069

 

Family Support Worker

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

POSITION TITLE:  Family Support Worker

DEPARTMENT:      Community Wellness

SUPERVISOR:         Community Wellness Director

TERMS:                     Full-Time, Permanent

Reference #:               2022-011

Esk’etemc is seeking a highly motivated and innovative individual to work as the Community’s Family Support Worker who will report to the Community Wellness Director. The Esk’etemc community is in a beautiful valley located approximately 55 kilometers southwest of Williams Lake in British Columbia, Esk’etemc is part of the Secwepemc Nation.

The Family Support Worker (FSW) will support the holistic wellness of Esk’etemc children and families. The FSW will facilitate the working relationship between the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) and any Esk’etemc children, youth, families/caregivers by providing guidance for personal growth, development or situational change.

The Family Support Worker will work a standard 32-hour work week (Monday – Thursday) but must be flexible in scheduling work hours to best accommodate clients, activities, public events and other functions as required.

Summary of Duties

  • Collaborate with the Community Wellness Director, Community Wellness team, other departments and mental health staff to establish goals and priorities to support the development and implementation of the community wellness department goals.
  • Provide activities to connect a family, child or youth to a formal support/resource, or to facilitate the formal supports direct connection to a child, youth or family.
  • Convey information or recommendations from MCFD to child/youth/families and collaborate to increase wellness.
  • Work co-operatively with MCFD regarding children who may need protection.
  • Follow up with families to identify needs and provide support in accessing resources.
  • Develop and implement workshops and training.

Education

  • Bachelor in Social Work (BSW) or Human Services Diploma with two years of experience
  • Non-violent Crisis Prevention Intervention certificate and Mental Health First Aid certificate.

Professional abilities

  • Recent experience working with families and children in crisis, child welfare and legal systems, adults and youth with addiction issues and victims of violence
  • Demonstrate ability to build relationships, interact effectively and support youth with challenging behaviours
  • Knowledge of and experience working with the Ministry of Child and Family Development systems
  • Knowledge of Indigenous, specifically Secwepemc, culture and values
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, documentation and writing skills
  • Strong ability to build respectful, professional relationships and work collaboratively within a team, with social workers and community professionals
  • Demonstrate professionalism, ethical decision-making and accountability
  • Strong teamwork and conflict management/resolution skills
  • Demonstrate flexibility – may be required to work outside regular hours

 

Applications will be accepted until June 17, 2022.

Salary will be negotiated based on relevant experience and abilities.

Submit cover letter, resume, and references to staceyj@esketemc.ca. or in person with Human Resources Coordinator, Stacey Johnson.

Esk’etemc thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.