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Nelson Community Services is seeking a permanent part-time Child and Youth Counsellor (7 hours per week) for our PEACE Program. The position is primarily based at our main office, with the potential for service delivery within local school settings. An additional temporary 7 hours per week will be available during the 2026–2027 school year through the VIP (Violence Is Preventable) Program, with services delivered in a school setting. There is a possibility that these temporary hours may be extended beyond the 2026–2027 school year, contingent upon continued funding. The incumbent provides group and individual assessment, education, advocacy, and counselling to children and youth between the ages of 3 and 18 who have witnessed domestic violence in the home. Provides emotional and parenting support for parents regarding the impact on their children of witnessing violence. This position starts August 2026.

Duties and Responsibilities:

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Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in related human/social service field including diploma in expressive therapies  or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Experience:

A minimum of three (3) years recent, related counselling experience with children who have witnessed and/or experienced violence.

Additional Skills

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Other Information:

1. The position receives an additional 10.6% in lieu of benefits. There are no extended health benefits attached to this position.
2. The position requires Union membership with BCGEU.
3. The wage is consistent with Wage Grid 14P [$40.03 to $50.59] of the Collective Agreement.
4. Must be willing to work flexible hours to meet program needs
5. Must hold a valid Frist Aid certificate

Please submit letter of application and resume BY EMAIL no later than 5:00 pm on July 13, 2026:

Anna Maskerine, Executive Director

via email at: amaskerine@servicesfyi.ca

Nelson Community Services (NCS) Aimee Beaulieu Transition House Program is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a casual Women’s Support Worker position. The worker will provide a wide range of services required in supporting women in the Transition House Program. Services are delivered within a feminist and trauma-informed practice framework and place priority on women’s safety. See attached job description for more details on job duties and responsibilities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

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Qualifications:

Education: Diploma in human services or related field or the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Experience: A minimum of one (1) year of experience supporting vulnerable women and children leaving violence and/or other vulnerable populations.

Additional Skills

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Other Information:

1. Must be willing to work 12-hour solo day and night shifts, including on weekends.
2. Must be able to manage well in a stressful environment dealing with clients in crisis situations and that may portray mental health and/or substance use issues.
3. Must hold a valid First Aid Certificate.
4. Must be available to work prime holiday shifts (stat holidays, summer, Christmas)

The casual employee is required to work day/night shifts, weekdays and weekends as needed.  Shifts are 12 hours in length, night shift is a sleep shift.  This position requires Union membership with BCGEU. The wage is consistent with Wage Grid 11 [$31.56 to $33.49 per hour] of the Collective Agreement. This position is open to female applicants only given the nature of the programming being provided at the Transition House. Specific job orientation and training is provided.

Closing Date: Open until filled

Send resume and cover letter via email to:

Milena Bieri, Program Manager

Email:  mbieri@servicesfyi.ca