Sexual Assault Services Navigator

Encompass Support Services Society is an accredited, non-profit agency that provides a wide range of programs and support services in Langley and Aldergrove for over 25 years. We help to build strong, sustainable communities by offering inclusive, accessible services tailored to meet the changing needs of the individuals and community we serve.

At Encompass, we are committed to a journey towards cultural humility and safety; for the well-being of those we serve and those, we work along-side. We gratefully acknowledge that the programs, services and offices of Encompass are on the unceded, sovereign Indigenous lands of the Coast Salish People. This includes the territories of Kwantlen, Katzie, Matsqui and Semiahmoo First Nations. We also acknowledge the Diverse First Nations, Inuit, and Métis who make Langley their home.

Our purpose is to strengthen the health and vitality of community by identifying and responding to community needs, collaborating to enhance the lives of those we serve, while cultivating effective and sustainable partnerships.

Our vision is to empower individuals, to connect people, and to enrich lives. We value Integrity, Inclusion, Collaboration, and Community.

Our programs and supports are designed to build new skills, to foster healthy, productive lifestyles and to improve access to services within our community. Services are low-barrier, all-inclusive and at no cost to participants. Annually, we provide services to over 2500 individuals and families.

**The Opportunity**
We are seeking someone who wants to make a difference and has a passion for supporting individuals of any age who are survivors of sexual assault. A good fit for our agency is a self-directed, engaging and empathetic Sexual Assault Services Navigator who has experience working with vulnerable children, youth and adults. This is a highly collaborative position, working with and in community, building close connections to other service providers and being closely tied to the Langley Child and Youth Advocacy Center. The Sexual Assault Services Navigator will determine what services participants need and how those services are delivered under the program. The Sexual Assault Services Navigator also assists with advocacy services, crisis support, and community outreach.

JOB POSTING: 2024-0100 Sexual Assault Services Navigator
DATE: November 6, 2024
POSITION: Permanent, Full-Time
HOURS OF WORK: 35 Hours per week, Flexible work schedule required
SALARY RANGE: Grid 12, $30.18 - $33.49 hourly
BENEFITS: Extended Health, Dental, Group RRSP/TFSA
VACATION: As per ESSS policy
CLOSING: Open until filled
ANTICIPATED START DATE: ASAP

**Some key Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Provides crisis response to participants and making every effort to do so within 72 hours of the sexual assault by responding to hospital call outs, providing emotional support, identifying and addressing the emotional, safety, and logístical needs of the participant.
- Uses a trauma-informed, participant-centered and, as needed, culturally appropriate approach to support the emotional and practical needs of participants and as appropriate, members of their family or support network, to assist participants in addressing the impacts of sexual assault and trauma.
- Provides information and assistance in navigating justice sector services by providing, or connecting to supports such as Victim Services who will provide, information regarding next steps or actions to be undertaken by the police if incident was reported, and how to obtain independent legal advice/information to determine a participant’s options. Assists with filling out forms including Crime Victim Assistance Program Applications, Victim Impact Statements and assist when speaking with and engages with justice system personnel including police and Crown Counsel.
- Develops written safety plans and critical incident reports, as needed, with the participants to manage safety and reduce the risk of further victimization by assessing, identifying, and addressing the participant’s immediate and emergency physical and emotional safety needs.
- Provides to participants general safety, wellness planning and crime prevention information and referrals to community resources including Victim Services, Victim Safety Unit, Crime Victim Assistance Program, Stopping the Violence Counselling, PEACE Counselling, Interagency Case Assessment Team (ICAT) and Outreach and Multicultural Outreach Services.
- Works closely with local service providers to coordinate services for the participant with resources in the community including sexual assault service counselling, transition houses, victim assistance programs, alcohol and drug programs, mental health programs, Langley Child and Youth Advocacy Centre, Sexual Assault Intervention Program (SASS), Foundry Langley, cultural programming and other resources as appropriate.
- Provides outreach to program participants including emotional and practical support, advocac