Youth Worker - Full-Time Evenings Youth Worker - Full-Time Evenings Youth Worker - Evenings Competition #47-26 This position is located at our undisclosed Haven location, which is a voluntary residential program for youth aged 16 - 21 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 environment. Staff work collaboratively with a shift partner to provide responsive care for the youth and the resource and report to the Assistant Manager.

Three weeks' vacation for full-time staff * entitlement increases from there Two and a half paid Agency days for full-time staff Five paid days for education leave/year One paid Moving Day/year Referral Bonus Program Ongoing support, mentoring, and recognition to help with engagement and career growth Employee Assistance Plan Long Term Disability Plan Insurance, Travel insurance, ++ Work Hours: 40 hours per week, Sunday to Thursday 3:00pm - 11:00pm Salary: Salary GRADE 8 and STEP 1 ($26.85 per hour) Posting End Date: Posting will remain open until filled Education, Training, Experience ~ Diploma in a related human/ social services field ~1 year related experience with emphasis on homelessness, mental health, addictions, and/or social services ~ Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience Ability to initiate and influence case management and creatively support complex decision-making Knowledge 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 activities Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check Proof of negative TB skin test required Current First Aid, Food Protected 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. 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. 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. JOIN US FOR A MEANINGFUL CAREER HELPING OTHERS AND BRING YOUR AUTHENTIC SELF!

You will also have the opportunity to do meaningful, leading-edge work that has a direct impact on the local community.

Directions Youth

Services is a division of Family Services of Greater Vancouver (FSGV), which for more than 90 years has provided a variety of essential resources for children, families, and individuals in the Greater Vancouver community. We believe in the resiliency of Vancouver’s youth who are at-risk, homeless, and street-involved. We assist youth under the age of 25 to get counselling for trauma, mental health, or substance issues.

Our teams strive to create spaces and build connections with youth who are facing challenges of street life, substance use, mental health concerns, and disconnection from their communities. Directions inclusive programs of shelter and drop-in, safe houses, and other unique programs are committed to being a community leader in harm reduction work and fostering low-barrier spaces where all youth are welcome. #

📌 Youth Worker - Full-Time Evenings (Vancouver)
🏢 Family Services of Greater Vancouver
📍 Vancouver