Position:Senior Youth Worker, SafehouseLocation:Vancouver, British ColumbiaJob Id:907-22-26# of Openings:1JOB OPPORTUNITY:Senior Youth WorkerSafehouse Senior. Youth Worker - EveningCompetition #XX-26About Our OpportunityThis position is located at our undisclosed Safehouse location, which is a voluntary residential program for youth aged 16 – 18 years of all genders who need a safe place to stay. The program accepts intakes 24/7, providing immediate support for basic needs, connections to longer-term services, youth-led goal achievement, and service planning in a supportive, welcoming, low-barrier workplace. Staff work collaboratively with a shift partner to provide responsive care for the youth and the resource and report to the Program Manager.Three weeks’ vacation for full-time staff * entitlement increases from thereThree paid household leave days a yearTwo paid Wellness Days a yearTwo and a half paid Agency days for full-time staffFive paid days for education leave/yearOne paid Moving Day/yearSubsidized professional association annual dues (if applicable)Milestone celebrationsOn-the-job education through various Lunch and LearnsSafe and Respectful Work EnvironmentOpportunities for GrowthOngoing support, mentoring, and recognition to help with engagement and career growthA work culture that values transparency, teamwork, learning, fairness, and integrityHealth and Wellness ResourcesThree flex benefit options to meet your individualized needsOption of psychological/counselling services (up to $1500/year)Employee Assistance PlanLong Term Disability PlanInsurance, Travel insurance, ++Work Hours:40 hours per week,



Wednesday-Friday 3:30pm-11:30pm; Saturday-Sunday 3:00pm-11:00pmSalary:Grade 9 Step 1, or $28.81 per hourLocation:Confidential locationPosting End Date:Posting will remain open until filledWhat do you need to succeed?Education, Training, ExperienceBachelors degree in Social Work or other relevant education1 year related experience with emphasis on homelessness, mental health, addictions, and/or social servicesOr an equivalent combination of education, training and experienceRole Qualifications and Skills include, but are not limited toAbility to engage in client-centered change by establishing respectful relationships and increasing client motivation for positive change and ability to observe and recognize change in clientsAbility to initiate and influence case management and creatively support complex decision-makingKnowledge of the systematic issues that affect low income and marginalized people and relevant community, social and health resources, and government services and systems.Knowledge of low barrier resources, harm reduction model, adolescent development, alcohol and drug use issues, mental health issues, sexually exploited youth, and street-involved activitiesAbility to deal effectively with conflict situations, maintain calm and tactful composure under a broad range of challenging circumstances,



and adjust your approach in changing conditionsAdditional RequirementsSuccessful completion of criminal record checkCurrent First Aid, Food Safe Level 1, and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention certificates are an asset.We believe in the power of inclusion and the power of enabling all our staff to thrive by embracing diversity and fostering equality. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all staff that dismantles barriers and creates opportunities. Our organization is committed to recruiting a diverse workforce representing the communities we proudly serve while encompassing the principles of equity, inclusion, and diversity. Decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, and all other terms and conditions of employment will be made without regard to race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, political beliefs, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or non-applicable criminal condition.If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process or are an internal candidate, please email your resume and cover letter (indicating the competition number #22-26 in the email subject line) to [email protected] .We gratefully acknowledge that our programs are delivered on traditional and ancestral lands and waters of the Coast Salish peoples, including the Xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), Sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil Waututh), Qayqayt, Katzie, Kwantlen, Kwekwetlem, Semiahmoo, Matsqui, and Tsawwassen First Nations. Huy ch q’u.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Youth Worker, Safehouse - $28.8 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 Safehouse
📍 Winnipeg