HSA25-02 Child and Youth Support Worker
The South Okanagan Women in Need Society (SOWINS) respectfully acknowledges that they work on the traditional unceded territories of the Sylix Okanagan peoples.
Located in the beautiful Okanagan Valley, SOWINS is a non-profit society providing safe refuge and community-based resources for women and children in the South Okanagan. SOWINS operates a transitional and second stage housing facilities, as well as counselling and outreach services. At SOWINS we work from an intersectional feminist philosophy and support trauma-informed practice and harm reduction models.
ABOUT THE ROLE: We are currently recruiting for a regular Part-Time Child and Youth Support Worker to join the multidisciplinary Transition House team. This role is responsible for providing transition support and programing for children and youth staying at the Transition House. This is done through seasonal activities and one-to-one engagement and connection; the responsibility for the development and implementation of these activities sits with the Child and Youth Support Worker.
The Child and Youth Support Worker works with youth to identify their short-term and long-term goals with respect to education, special interests, housing and extra-curricular activities.
The Child and Youth Support Worker will engage a trauma informed and child centered approach to provide evidence-based programing and services for children and youth during their stay at the Transition House.
Schedule: This position is scheduled to work 21 hours per week. The scheduled shifts will be: Wednesday, Thursday 2:00pm – 7:00pm; and Friday, Saturday 11:00am – 4:30pm.
Union: This position requires union membership, under Health Sciences Association (HSA).
Wage: $27.54 – $31.61 per hour depending on length of service (HSA Grid 11). This position will also receive a Temporary Market Adjustment (TMA), to reach the wage rate of $31.56 – $33.49. UNDER REVIEW
Benefits: We offer an excellent benefit package! SOWINS covers 100% of extended health, dental and life insurance benefit premiums, and is part of the Municipal Pension Plan.
Start date: April 16, 2025
QUALIFICATIONS:
Completion of a Child and Youth Diploma or a related Diploma in a Human Services field from a recognized post-secondary institution.
Minimum 1-year recent related experience working with children or youth in crisis within a Transition House(s) or related community service setting.
First Aid & CPR Level C
Non Violent Crisis Intervention Training (NVCI)
Valid Class 5 BC Drivers License and acceptable current drivers abstract
OR equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this position please submit an updated Cover Letter and Resume online, quoting posting number HSA25-02 by 4:30pm on the closing date of March 30, 2025.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The South Okanagan Women in Need Society (SOWINS) is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace; and dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live and work. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds including Indigenous people, racialized groups, people with disabilities, and people from the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all application process. For more information, please email us at careers@sowins.com
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