Women’s Support Worker
Cythera Transition House Society is accepting applications for two full-time Women’s Support Worker positions at its Maple Ridge Transition House: one regular and one temporary, both on the afternoon shift line.
These positions will provide support, advocacy, information, and referrals to women and children who have been impacted by intimate partner violence and/or abuse.
1. Full-Time Afternoon Shift (Regular)
2. Full-Time Afternoon Shift (Temporary)
LOCATION: Maple Ridge, BC
Cythera Transition House Society is accepting applications for two full-time Women’s Support Worker positions at our Maple Ridge Transition House: one regular and one temporary, both on the afternoon shift line.
These positions will provide support, advocacy, information, and referrals to women and children who have been impacted by intimate partner violence and/or abuse.
Accountabilities
Provide support and assist women in transitioning into safe, supportive housing or other community programs and services.
Performs intakes based on established criteria with referral to Shelter Case Worker and other appropriate resources and or shelters if they are not admitted.
Sharing information and resources that are available and ensuring the women are comfortable by providing support, supervision, food, clothing, and shelter.
Provides referrals to community resources including housing supports, health, treatment, legal and financial needs.
Liaise with other community resources and supports and external agencies as needed.
Completes and maintains related records including intake and exit documentation, daily case notes, critical incident reports and database entry.
Performs a variety of duties specific to the operation of an emergency shelter including bed-making, laundry, general clean-up of assigned areas and food prep.
Qualifications
Education, Training and Experience:
Diploma in a related human/social service; one (1) year recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge and understanding of the barriers impacting homeless women, youth and children including domestic violence, trauma, substance use and mental health.
Good understanding of community resources available to support women.
The ability to assist and support women with a non-judgmental, trauma informed approach.
The ability to mediate, negotiate and facilitate healthy interactions amongst clients.
Excellent verbal and written communication and the ability to maintain accurate records.
The ability to manage crisis intervention.
The ability to work independently as well as the ability to work collaboratively as a team.
Additional Requirements:Clear Criminal Record Check is required.
Acceptable Drivers’ Abstract (provided annually).
Valid and unrestricted Class 5 BC Driver’s License with access to a safe and reliable vehicle.
Current First Aid Certificate and CPR Certificate.
Position requires Union Membership.
Shift/Schedule/Hours per week
Full-Time Regular: Applicants must be available to work the afternoon shift line, Wednesday to Saturday, 2:15 pm to 11:00 pm
Full-Time Temporary: This position is temporary until September 30, 2026 or until the return of the incumbent, whichever occurs first. Applicants must be available to work the afternoon shift line, Sunday to Wednesday, 2:15 pm to 11:00 pm
Expected Start Date: ASAP
Wage/Salary: Starting at $25.95/hour
Grid Level: 10
Application Deadline: Positions will remain open until filled
Submit applications with preferred position noted to: Jas Rai – jas.r@cythera.ca
Our successful candidate will be aware of and embrace cultural diversity, demonstrating the ability to support all individuals with dignity and respect.