At Family ServicesofGreater Vancouver, our staff and volunteersare makinga difference every single day. FSGV supports victims and survivors, families, and youth with programs, services, and supports that are trauma-informed and client-led. If you want to pursue your passion while working toward a mission aligned with your values, we invite you to apply todayWe offer a range of benefits and recognize the importance of work-life balance and wellness.

FSGV has more than350staff and volunteers at 11 locationsacross the Lower Mainland, serving the communities of Vancouver, Richmond, New Westminster, Burnaby, and Surrey.

FSGV is proud to be an equal prospect employer. If you requirea disability-related accommodation toparticipatein the recruitment process, please read the job posting for more information.

CURRENT JOB&VOLUNTEER; POSTINGs

Location: Vancouver, British Columbia

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# of Openings: 1

About Our Opportunity

The shelter coordinator will support youth accessing the DYSC drop-in to take steps towards addressing their essential needs. This term program coordinator will complete a service plan with each youth which will include, and not be limited to, housing applications, referring to housing providers or programs, assistance in accessing income assistance, and exploring other benefits youth may be eligible for. The program coordinator will coordinate with community stakeholders to achieve appropriate care for youth who are at risk of homelessness.

- Flexible scheduling to accommodate life/work balance
- Wellness Days for eligible staff
- A work culture that values transparency, teamwork, learning, fairness, and integrity

Additional Hourly Benefits





- On-the-job education through various Lunch and Learns
- Safe and Respectful Work Environment
- Opportunities for Growth
- Milestone celebrations
- Ongoing support, mentoring, and recognition to help with engagement and career growth
- Internal Recruitment Opportunities

Work Hours: 35 hours per week. Monday – Friday 8AM-4PM

- This is a 6 month TERM position (or until the return of the incumbent)

Salary: GS10 Step 1 ($30.83/hour to $34.18/hour)

Posting End Date: Posting will remain open until filled

What do you need to succeed?

Education, Training, Experience

- Degree or diploma in Social Work or Youth care/certificate in a related field
- Minimum three years experience working with homeless and at-risk youth
- Experience with adolescent development and issues involving sexually exploited youth, mental health, drug and alcohol misuse, poverty and concurrent issues
- Lived experience is considered an asset
- Current First Aid certificate is a requirement
- A combination of education/experience can be considered

Role Qualifications and Skills include, but are not limited to

- Knowledge of and belief in the Harm Reduction model
- Knowledge of substance misuse,



adolescent development and the problems encountered by chemically dependent youth
- Ability to deal effectively with conflict situations, manage behaviour, and use non-violent crisis intervention techniques
- Ability to establish/maintain satisfactory work relationships with the public and other employees to deal tactfully and effectively with co-workers, public and other agencies and to maintain confidentiality

Additional Requirements

- Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check
- Vulnerability Assessment Tool (VAT) Training is 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.

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, Kwantle

📌 Shelter Coordinator- Term (Vancouver)
🏢 Fsgv
📍 Vancouver