Workshop Facilitator (Pending Union Approval)

Job Title:  Workshop Facilitator (Pending Union Approval) 
Language: English & Punjabi or Arabic

Status:  Temporary, Part Time
Hours: 21 hours per week 
Schedule:  Based on workshop schedule 

Wage:  $27.54 - $31.61/hour
Grid:  11 (Pending Union Approval) 

Start Date: ASAP

Date Posted:  August 22, 2024
Closing Date:  Open until filled

Please note that internal applicants must apply by August 28, 2024. Internal applications received after this date will not be considered as internal and seniority will not apply. Position will remain open until filled.

The Opportunity:

Working within our Counselling and Gender Based Violence Department, the Workshop Facilitator will provide workshops for groups of participants. The Facilitator will provide ongoing support for the mental health and well-being of CGBV participants by providing psychoeducational workshops. Topics may include understanding anxiety, processing trauma, reducing stigma around accessing mental health supports, healthy mind and body connection, and guest speakers on identified and emergent topics. All counselling services and interventions are individualized for each client, with the aim of reducing barriers the client is facing and increasing capacity through a strength-based therapeutic approach. To serve the needs of our community, candidates must be able to provide service in English and Arabic or Punjabi. 

This position will support multiple programs which takes a coordinated approach to prevent and address the mental health and wellbeing of participants.

Key Responsibilities:

• Recruits’ clients by liaising with community services, agencies and training institutions to increase client referrals.
• Assists the CGBV team in the creation of marketing and promotional materials by providing program information to the marketing team.
• Provide psycho-educational group facilitation.
• Creates a culturally safer and inclusive space by fostering interactions that honour the dignity of the lived/living experiences of refugee and immigrant newcomers.
• Coordinates guest speakers on identified and emergent topics, including arranging space, days and times of presentation.
• Builds positive respectful relationships with clients, staff, and community stakeholders to foster collaboration and community building.
• Maintains client confidentiality in all aspects of their work.
• Maintains related records and statistics through accurate and timely documentation and contributes towards producing quarterly and annual reports as required.
• Conducts client surveys and assessments to capture needs and trends data that can be utilized in developing best practices.
• Liaises with relevant government, employee assistance programs, and community agencies for program promotion.
• Leads community outreach with a focus on hard-to-reach individuals; outreach includes, connecting with referral sources such as transitional housing programs, the surrey women’s center, and other partner agencies. Offering information sessions for interested participants within these locations and services.
• Make referrals to other services as needed.
• Work with the Clinical Supervisor/Manager for case consultation and review.
•  Work cooperatively with the clinical services team.

Mandatory Qualifications:

• Diploma in social services or related field.
• Minimum of (2) years’ work experience in group facilitation/program coordination and/or delivery of non-profit programs to benefit immigrant communities or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Experience working with children, youth & families.
• Verbal and written professional level fluency in English, and one other language
• Experience with trauma-informed and attachment-focused approaches.
• Cross-cultural training and/or experience in working in a multicultural environment.
• Sound knowledge of community resources and ability to network and build partnerships.
• Familiarity with outcome-based program evaluation strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience facilitating groups.
• Skills, knowledge and sensitivity on issues related to violence against immigrant and refugee women.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and independently.
• Class 5 BC Driver’s License and access to a vehicle (Employer pays mileage and business insurance).
• Fluency in English and Punjabi or Arabic

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to develop and deliver lesson plans and resources appropriate for English as Second Language learners;
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and meet deadlines;

A criminal record check is required as a part of this process.

Please note that we currently have staff on the recall list. If an applicant on the recall list applies to this vacancy, the provisions under Article 13.5 "Recall" of the Collective Agreement will apply and we will not consider internal applications from those with less seniority.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To apply, please upload your resume and cover letter as separate attachments.  As part of the application process, you will be prompted to complete a short questionnaire. Please ensure all questions are answered. 

This position is not available for sponsorship, only candidates legally entitled to work in Canada can be considered.  

To view all opportunities at DIVERSEcity visit www.dcrs.ca/work-with-us/.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

This position is considered an essential service, recruitment is on-going and position will remain open until filled.  These are unprecedented times, and DIVERSEcity’s top priority is to ensure the safety of all our employees, clients, volunteers and candidates; recruitment for this position will be conducted virtually.

DIVERSEcity is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from people of all gender identities and expressions, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples and visible minorities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process may contact our HR department at (hr@dcrs.ca). Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.

About DIVERSEcity

DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society is a registered charity devoted to helping newcomers. For 45 years we have focused on providing specialized services newcomers to find employment, learn English, find housing, deal with family challenges, work through mental health issues and access medical care. DIVERSEcity is a client-centred organization committed to quality and accountability. We value growth, respect, integrity and compassion.  To learn more about DIVERSEcity visit us at https://www.dcrs.ca/.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.