The Downtown Eastside Women's Centre (DEWC) exists to support and empower women and children, living in extreme poverty in the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver, who are particularly vulnerable to violence, exploitation, injustice and injury. Through low barrier Drop-In Centers and Emergency Shelters, DEWC provides basic need services, programs, and specialized supports to over 1000 women and children daily to help them survive the conditions that surround them. See website ( ) for details on our mission and mandate as well as programs and services. The Victim Services Worker will work with women who live in the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver who are victims of crime. She will assist them to establish safety and support them in accessing the justice system. She will provide referrals, information, advocacy, and accompaniment to women to connect them to appropriate supports and/or agencies. Reporting directly to the Specialized Services Manager, the Victim Services Worker will work in collaboration with other DEWC staff to promote integrated services to women. Must have at least 2 years related experience,



preferably working with marginalized women You are knowledgeable of the issues impacting women in the DTES, including gender-based violence, mental health, homelessness, and substance use You have at least 2 years experience in direct victims assistance service work You have excellent writing and research skills Healthcare: Extended health & dental coverage including vision; EAP; life insurance; and long-term disability Paid time off: 3 weeks paid vacation in the 1 st year, 4 weeks after 1 year; 13 paid statutory holidays; and access to time off to handle family or personal situations For your Retirement: Enrolled in the Municipal Pension Plan with a matching contribution from DEWC Permanent Full Time Work Schedule
- Week 1 : Monday to Thursday (9am -5pm) Week 2 : Sunday to Thursday (8:30am -5pm) Posting Closing Date: November 18th ,2026 Start Date: ASAP Indigenous women and women of colour are strongly encouraged to apply Additional languages spoken an asset. **

📌 Service Support Advisor (Vancouver)
🏢 Downtown Eastside Women's Centre
📍 Vancouver