Victim Service Worker

About Us:

The Central Okanagan Elizabeth Fry Society is a non-profit charitable organization that works to support and empower survivors of Intimate Partner Violence and Sexual Assault. We are a feminist organization dedicated to ending domestic and sexual violence, providing support services, and advocating for survivors who move through the court system in the Central Okanagan Valley. We achieve this purpose through prevention and intervention services in collaboration with community partners.

We are committed to anti-discrimination practices in relation to sex, race, ethnicity, HIV/AIDS, sexual orientation, age, trans and intersex persons, persons with disabilities, and those with criminal records and ensure that their rights are respected and protected. We will ensure that our practices support inclusiveness and will continue to eliminate barriers which prevent accessibility to service.

About the Role:

This is a full-time on-site role for a Community-Based Victim Service Caseworker in Kelowna, BC. The Community-Based Victim Service Caseworker will help support victims of gender-based violence by providing social service work, case management, and casework services. The Community-Based Victim Service Caseworker will also communicate with community partners to provide comprehensive services to victims.

Further, the Victim Service Worker will provide victims with general information including, but not limited to: the justice system; relevant federal and provincial legislation and programs pertaining to victims of crime; crime prevention; safety planning; and community, government, justice, health, or other resources available.

Position: 35 hours a week, Monday-Friday 8:30-4:30

Compensation:$27.00 per hour

Indirect Compensation:

• Extended Health and Dental benefits after the 3 month probationary period
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan
• 2 weeks vacation pay which increases with length of service
• Paid wellness time
• Paid sick time which increases with length of service.
• Professional development opportunities

Qualifications:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in psychology, social work, sociology, criminology or related field of study
• 1 year experience working in social services, preferably with victims of gender-based violence
• 1 year case management experience

Job Skills & Abilities

• Understands the dynamics of intimate partner violence and sexual violence
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Comprehensive understanding of Trauma Informed Practice
• Good time management skills including the ability to work independently
• Ability to work effectively with participants, program team and other community professionals
• Good time management skills including the ability to work independently
• Knowledge of community resources and services
• Understanding of the Criminal Justice System and Victim Services Programs is an asset

Other Requirements

• Criminal record check
• First-aid/CPR (preferred)
• Victim Service Worker Certificate (preferred)

To apply, please send resume & cover letter

Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in joining our team!

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Kelowna, BC V1Y 9S3 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Kelowna, BC V1Y 9S3: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person