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SURREY TRANSITION HOUSE WORKER
EVERGREEN TRANSITION HOUSE
Temporary Full-time Day Shift Position
(Tues – Sat) - 35 hours/week
This position requires union membership. Compensation is in accordance with Appendix A of the BCGEU Collective Agreement
Options Community Services Society requires a temporary Transition House Women’s Support Worker to work at Evergreen Transition House to cover a maternity leave. In order to best meet the needs of the transition house resident, this position is open to female applicants only.
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor Degree in a related field and/or relevant training and experience
- Possess an excellent understanding of the dynamics of domestic violence against women and children and the intergenerational impact of abuse
- Knowledge of relevant policies, procedures and legislation
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, e.g., cultural, religious, age, class, sexual orientation.
- Satisfactory completion of a criminal record search and First Aid certification are requirements of this position
- Valid B.C. Driver’s License and satisfactory Driver’s Abstract
- Food Safe Certificate an asset
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Verbal and written fluency in Punjabi and/or Hindi is a requirement for this position
- Ability to organize work and carry out the duties of the position independently and within a team concept
- Ability to assess and prioritize client needs
- Ability to manage crisis or emergency situations
- Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills
- Ability to provide non-judgmental, positive, respectful support
* An eligibility list will be maintained for up to 6 months
To apply please send resumes to:
Deara Dirk, M.Ed.
Options Services to Communities Society
#100, 6846 King George Highway
Surrey, B.C. V3W 4Z9
Fax: 604-572-7413.
Email: deara.dirk@options.bc.ca
CLOSING DATE: August 13, 2010
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