Family Support Worker

Posting # 2+-SH-2025

Fraserside Community Services Society invites applications for the following position:

Job Title: Family Support Worker

Program: Fraserside Emergency Family Shelter – New Westminster

Classification: Standard Grid Level 10 – Transition House Worker

Rate of Pay: $28.25 per hour; increments as per Collective Agreement

JOB SUMMARY:

To provide a supportive and stable environment to assist a family unit to remain intact during a period of crisis; The Family Support Worker participates as a team member in the ongoing operation of the shelter and contributes to the regular upkeep and maintenance of the facility on each shift as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Minimum Diploma in the Social Services field and one-year recent related experience or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

· Experience dealing with socially/economically disadvantaged women and families.

· Sound knowledge of social service systems and community resources.

· Valid First Aid/CPR, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention and FOODSAFE certification.

· Working knowledge of Windows operating system and MS Word.

· Familiarity with an electronic case management system preferred.

· Demonstrated ability and commitment to working effectively with diverse populations.

· Participation in training sessions addressing issues of poverty, socially/economically. disadvantaged families, women’s issues, homelessness, and domestic violence would be an asset.

· Outstanding interpersonal skills.

· Ability to work independently and flexibly within a strong team setting.

· Physically fit (able to climb stairs, carry groceries, housekeeping).

· A high level of self-motivation and initiative to effectively manage work responsibilities.

· Experience cooking for 12-15 people preferred.

· Satisfactory Criminal Record Check.

HOURS OF WORK: This is a regular part-time position, requiring 15 hours per week, Saturday through Sunday, including Stat holidays (4:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.)

Start and finish times may be adjusted and flexibility with hours of work is required to meet the program needs, as determined by the Program Coordinator.

This position is open to applicants of all genders. This position requires union membership.

Applicants are requested to submit a cover letter and resume, quote posting number, provide an E-mail address and telephone number, and include qualifications, experience and any other information that may assist the Society in arriving at a hiring decision.

E-mail applications to jobs@fraserside.bc.ca

DATE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POSTED: 1+ June 2025

DATE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY CLOSED: 26 June 2025

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $28.25 per hour

Expected hours: 15 per week

Schedule:

Every Weekend

Work Location: In person