Victim Services Worker

**About Us**:

- At Archway Society for Domestic Peace, we are committed to the empowerment of women, children and families in our community. We are a values-based organization, working collaboratively to cultivate a safe space that respects the traditions, rights, choices and voices of all staff and clients._
- We invest in our people - we offer competitive wages, a generous benefits package that includes employer-paid extended health and dental benefits, a defined pension plan, and a supportive team environment where we foster respect, trust, connection and collaboration. We are committed to the personal and professional development of our team via on-going training, an employee wellness program and an Employee Family Assistance program for all staff._
- Come join us Create a better world and join a team that supports your personal and professional growth._

**Summary of the role**:
**Qualifications**:

- A diploma in the social services field
- Two years recent related experience including supervisory or volunteer management experience
- An equivalent combination of relevant education, training and experience will be considered

**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**:

- Demonstrated knowledge and experience of the criminal justice, family law, health and child welfare systems
- Knowledge of relevant legislation including Victims of Crime Act, Child, Family, Community Services Act, Personal Information Privacy Act, Federal Privacy Act, and Infants Act
- Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving skills with complex cases and good professional judgement. Ability to function independently and with mínimal supervision while managing multiple demands and time pressures.
- Proven intake and needs assessment skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with multi-disciplinary case management teams.
- A high level of tact, diplomacy and professionalism.
- A high level of discretion and adherence to privacy legislation and policy.

**Additional Job Information**:

- An Enhanced Criminal Records Check is required.
- Membership with the BC Government and Service Employees’ Union is required.
- A valid Driver’s license and availability of personal vehicle for work purposes is required.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 21 per week

**Salary**: $27.00-$30.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- Day shift

COVID-19 considerations:
This position is located in a federal building so all employees are required to be fully vaccinated.

**Education**:

- Secondary School (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Driver's License and a reliable vehicle for work purposes? (required)

Work Location: One location