HR Coordinator

**Contract purpose**:
This is a non-staff, independent contract role. The HR Coordinator contractor (Trauma-Informed Specialty) supports human resources across VIRCS, strongly emphasizing trauma-informed practices. This contract is critical in recruitment, staff development, conflict resolution, and fostering a positive workplace culture that prioritizes staff well-being and compassion fatigue prevention, contributing to the organization’s mission of supporting immigrants and refugees.

**Term of contract**:
The contract is expected to deliver 20 hours of service per week, with an hourly rate of $24

CAN.

The term is from November 16, 2024, to March 31, 2025, with the option to renew based on the positive performance assessment of contracted agreements and funding availability.

A cleared criminal background check is particularly relevant for working with vulnerable

populations.

**Key responsibilities and duties**:
As the HR Coordinator contractor (Trauma-Informed Specialty) at VIRCS, you will:
Lead Trauma-Informed HR practices:

- Implement trauma-informed strategies to promote staff well-being and address vicarious trauma and compassion fatigue.
- Implement and monitor well-being and communication plan.
- Manage Recruitment & Onboarding: Coordinate with hiring supervisors the recruitment processes, from job postings to interviews, ensuring inclusivity and trauma sensitivity.
- Guide the onboarding of new staff, focusing on creating a welcoming and supportive environment.
- Support Conflict Resolution: Provide trauma-informed conflict resolution, assist staff in addressing challenges, and ensure a harmonious workplace culture.
- Employee Development & Training: Organize staff training on trauma-informed care, anti-racism, de-escalation, and intercultural communication.
- Policy Implementation: Support the development, revision, and implementation of VIRCS' HR policies related to bullying, harassment, sexual misconduct, and staff well-being. Ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards.
- Confidentiality & Documentation: Maintain up-to-date, confidential employee records and regularly report on HR metrics, including staff satisfaction and retention rates.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
- Certification in Trauma-Informed Care or Human Resources is an asset.

**Professional experience**:

- At least two years of HR experience, preferably in a nonprofit or trauma-informed setting.
- Experience working with diverse cultural groups, including immigrants and refugees, is highly preferred.
- Proven ability in conflict resolution and staff development.
- Experience implementing Employee Standards Act and WorkSafe BC Standards.

**Skills and competencies**:

- Trauma-Informed expertise: Strong knowledge of trauma-informed care, including strategies for addressing vicarious trauma and staff well-being.
- Communication skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage empathetically with diverse staff and teams.
- Organizational skills: Strong organizational abilities to effectively manage recruitment, training, and policy implementation.
- Cultural competence: Commitment to inclusivity and understanding of diverse cultural backgrounds.
- HR knowledge: Proficiency in HR Payworks Modules, documentation practices, and legal compliance with Work Safe BC and the Employee Standards Act.
- Problem-solving: Ability to resolve conflicts in a sensitive and trauma-informed manner.
- Ethical standards: Strong knowledge of ethical standards working in a trauma-informed workplace.

**Working conditions**:

- Office environment: This role is based at VIRCS’s office, which supports a multicultural and dynamic environment.
- Schedule: The contractor is expected to be available 20 hours and three days per week between the office hours of 8:30 and 4:30.
- Flexibility: Regular office hours with flexibility for occasional meetings or training sessions outside regular hours.
- Inclusive setting: VIRCS fosters a trauma-informed and inclusive workplace, ensuring accessibility and respect for staff diversity.

Physical demands:

- Primarily office-based work involving regular use of computers and attendance at meetings.
- Minimal physical exertion is required, though some walking or travel within the local area may occasionally be necessary for off-site meetings.

**How to apply**:
**Job Type**: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 20 weeks

Pay: $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Application question(s):

- Working experience of Employee Standards Act and Work Safe BC?

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Human resources: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-11-10
Expected start date: 2024-11-16