FSGV supports victims and survivors, families, and youth with programs, services, and supports that are trauma-informed and client-led. FSGV has more than350staff and volunteers at 11 locationsacross the Lower Mainland, serving the communities of Vancouver, Richmond, New Westminster, Burnaby, and Surrey. If you requirea disability-related accommodation toparticipatein the recruitment process, please read the job posting for more information. These salaried positions will serve homeless youth aged 19 to 24 in accessing a temporary 12-bed shelter offered within Directions Youth Service Centre. This overnight position works to promote safer, healthier alternatives and, where possible, to assist in the transition of youth from the street to residences and provide referral information where possible to clients. The position will consist of working with a variety of at-risk and homeless youth struggling with addiction, including those with intellectual, emotional/social challenges and concurrent disorders. Flexible scheduling to accommodate life work balance Three weeks' vacation for full-time staff
* entitlement increases from there Two and a half paid Agency days for full-time staff One paid Moving Day/year Ongoing support, mentoring, and recognition to help with engagement and career growth A comprehensive health and dental advantages plan to support your health and well-being Employee Assistance Plan Long Term Disability Plan Insurance, Travel insurance, ++ Work Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week, 8:30 pm
- 5:30 am (Overnight shifts) Grade 7 ranges from $25.01/hour to $27.81/hour (with a $2.00 per hour shift premium added to wages for overnight hours worked) Education, Training,



Experience Two years' post-secondary course/diploma in social work or youth care/certificate in related field Food Safe Certification and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training an asset Minimum 2 years' experience working with youth, preferably in support of homeless/marginalized youth Knowledge of the systemic issues that affect low income and marginalized youth Knowledge of substance misuse, adolescent development and the problems encountered by chemically dependent individuals; Ability to communicate proficiently both verbally and in writing, and basic computer literacy Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check 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.



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 #56-26 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. 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.

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