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Homelessness Prevention Worker

Nelson Community Services (NCS) is seeking a qualified and suitable candidate to fill a permanent .80 FTE position of Homelessness Prevention Worker. The worker will provide direct services to four priority populations who are Absolute, Hidden, or At-Risk of homelessness in Nelson. You will work as part of the NCS Outreach Services Team. To view the complete job description for full list of job duties and responsibilities click here

Key Duties:
· provide front-line, direct service to the one or more of the four priority populations and connects individuals to other appropriate community-based support services, provides accompaniment to appointments, follow-up support, and case coordination
· liaise with potential referring organizations
· provide life skills training, as appropriate, to help maintain housing
· provide education and support to landlords on housing at-risk individuals
· compile and enter data into BC Housing’s HSS database and NCS’s reports
· administer the rental supplements portion of program for qualifying individuals

Qualifications:
· minimum diploma in Human Services or related field and minimum of two years’ experience working with at-risk populations, or the equivalent combination of education and experience
· proven skills/experience working with individuals who are homeless or at-risk of homelessness
· excellent working knowledge of community resources in Nelson
· have access to a reliable vehicle

This permanent position (28 hrs/week) .80 FTE begins as soon as possible. Union membership with BCGEU is required. The wage is consistent with JJEP Wage Grid 12 Adult, Youth and/or Child Worker [$29.17 – $33.49 per hour] of the Collective Agreement. There are no gender restrictions for this position. Orientation and training, including the database, will be provided. 

Please submit letter of interest and resume by email no later than noon on, July 18, 2024 to: jdahms@servicesfyi.ca

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Join Our Team At Aimee Beaulieu Transition House | Learn More & Apply:

Our Services & Approach:

Aimee Beaulieu Transition House provides emergency safe shelter and support for self-identifying women and children leaving domestic violence and abuse.

Women and children find a safe haven at Transition House. The confidential, warm and welcoming residence offers a secure environment, a place of connection, help with basic and immediate needs, a warm bed and meals, emotional support, and space to simply heal after the experience of abuse and make plans for the future.

The cycle of abuse is complex and we’re here to help with the first step in that journey to a life free from violence.

Our staff team works from a trauma-informed intersecting feminist perspective which honours and acknowledges women’s strengths, accepts and validates women’s experiences and feelings, and honours that women are the experts of their own lives.

Join Our Team Of Passionate & Supportive Staff:

  • Make a difference in the lives of women & children in our community.
  • Grow your skill set with a spectrum of relevant training opportunities.
  • Share your strengths & passions – with freedom to bring creativity (yoga, art) to in-house programs.  
  • Work in alignment with your values – our team works from a feminist, trauma-informed and culturally safe perspective.
  • Receive lots of support – as a team we work together through challenges and to offer one another ongoing support.  

Current Opportunities:

Casual Women’s Support Worker

Classification: Integrated Victim Service Worker and Transition House Worker

Nelson Community Services is seeking a candidate for a casual Transition House Worker at Aimee Beaulieu Transition House.  The worker will provide a range of emergency, practical and supportive services to women and their children who are fleeing abuse and who may also present with varied complexities such as mental health and substance use issues.

Duties and Responsibilities:

To review the full job description click here >> 

Qualifications:

  • Diploma in human services or related field or the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  • A minimum of one (1) year of experience supporting vulnerable women and children leaving violence and/or other vulnerable populations.
  • A strong understanding of the issues of violence against women and a feminist practice framework
  • Working knowledge of harm reduction and reduced barrier practices
  • Well-developed interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
  • Proven experience with crisis intervention and crisis management
  • Ability to work well and network with other members of the community
  • Ability to work independently as well as with a team
  • Working knowledge of relevant community resources

Other

  • 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
  • Must hold a valid First Aid Certificate

 Position Details:

The casual employee is required to work day/night shifts, weekdays/weekends and stat holidays 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 [$27.54 to $31.61 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.

To Apply:

Please submit cover letter and resume to:

Milena Bieri, Program Manager

via email at:  mbieri@servicesfyi.ca

This position will remain open until filled. 

From Our Clients | Women & Children:

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Transition House: Phone, Text & Online Chat Support

Isolation can be scary if home isn’t a safe place for you.

You are not alone. We can help.

We are here to talk, provide emotional support, and safety planning.

Our call line is open 24/7 at 250-354-4357.

Our secure text and online chat line is available 7 days a week from 830am – midnight.
Text us at (778) 608-3900, chat online at: https://www.servicesfyi.ca/chat.

Reach out to us during a safe time for you.

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Transition House | Elder Support

Would you like to connect with an Elder to talk about traditional teachings and spiritual healing practices? 

The Metis Elder at Aimee Beaulieu Transition House is here to offer you support during this time of crisis.  She is only a phone call away, and is deeply committed to sharing her knowledge and offering culturally based support.

·        Receive culturally responsive support

·        Get practical help

·        Clear your head & your heart

Our elder is available by phone, one evening per week. You can reach her by calling our confidential crisis line at 250.354.4357 and leaving a safe number for her to return your call.

 

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