Gender Variant Group Facilitator- Casual

2 weeks ago

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada AVI Health & Community Services Society Full time

Our
South Island Education Team provides education and support relating to: HIV/AIDS, hepatitis C, STBBIs, substance use, harm reduction, overdose prevention and response, sexual and gender diversity, sexual decision-making, testing, treatment, and prevention strategies as a means of increasing community awareness and wellness and reducing the further incidence of STBBIs.

We provide support to, and work in solidarity with, people who have lived/living experience of HIV or hepatitis C, membership in the 2SLGBTQ+ community, and using criminalized substances.

The South Island Education Team is located on the territories of the Ləkwəŋən peoples (Esquimalt and Songhees Nations), and we acknowledge the ways in which colonization is inextricably linked to the topics we discuss.

The disproportionate impact of criminalization, the war on people who use drugs, the overdose crisis, Hepatitis C, and HIV/AIDS on Indigenous communities is a direct and _intentional _result of the _historical and ongoing_ impacts of colonization.


JOB SUMMARY:

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • In consultation with the Education Team Coordinator, and in alignment with our funding agreement, the Gender Variant Group Facilitator designs, implements, and delivers the monthly Gender Variant dropin Group, including, when necessary, recruiting guest speakers.
  • Where appropriate, provides training, mentorship, and supervision for peer assistants and volunteers.
  • Provides education, information, support, and referrals via the group, Discord and Facebook group.
  • Maintains uptodate and accurate knowledge of HIV, HCV and STBBIs including prevention, transmission, treatment, and emerging trends, with particular focus on how they impact the gender variant community.
  • Assists with the design, production, and distribution of promotional materials outlining and advocating AVI Health and Community Services' Gender Variant Group to the community.
  • Liaises with other community organizations to maximize educational opportunities and services.
  • Participates in the evaluation of Gender Variant Group activities and participant surveys/focus groups as needed.
  • Organizes inperson meet ups when relevant.
  • Maintains files, stats and records related to all areas of the program, electronic and paper, and reports on program work.
  • Promotes and maintains safety for participants as possible.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • University degree in health, counselling or social services, or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Demonstrated experience and knowledge of gender diversity
  • Experience working with structurally vulnerable groups (traumainformed practice)
  • Demonstrated experience planning and facilitating support groups and workshops
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings
  • Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License, an asset
  • Lived/living experience as a member of the gender variant community (a must)

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Holistic understanding of HIV/AIDS, HCV, and STBBIs (transmission, prevention, treatment, related psychosocial issues, etc.), substance use, harm reduction, sexual health, homophobia/heterosexism/transphobia, antioppression work and intersectionality, Indigenous approaches to health and wellness, population health and health promotion strategies.
  • Strong public speaking and group facilitation skills
  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
  • Good computer skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings
and weekends when needed

POSITION DETAILS:

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Pay:$29.32/hour to start with stepped increases based on your seniority with AVI. (Pay for this role is based on the BCGEU paygrid 31)
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Hours and Schedule:5 hours on last Thursday of every month (evening) and some varied work depending on program needs.
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Afternoon Shift Premium for Some Shifts: Afternoon Shift Premium of an additional $0.25/hour applies to any shifts that have at least 50% of their time scheduled between 4 pm and midnight. As such, the shifts of this ad may qualify for an additional $0.25/hour premium.
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Position:This is a casual position ending on March 31, 2025 (dependant on funding)
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Location:Largely Virtual with some in person meetings at Victoria office and may have to work in the community as needed
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Union:AVI is a union environment under the

Collective Agreement:
HEABC & Health Services & Support Community Subsector Association and this role is a BCGEU union position.
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Pension:If you are already a member of the Municipal Pension Plan (MPP), you can continue with them at AVI immediately. At this time, AVI contributes an additional 9.31% towards your pension account. If you are not already a member of the Municipal Pension Plan, part time staff may become eligible after 2 years with AVI.
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Other Perks:This position gets paid an extra 5

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