Employment Opportunities

Helping Spirit Lodge Society currently has two (new) position available.

» Helping Spirit Lodge Society is seeking On Call/Casual Transition House Support Worker.

» Helping Spirit Lodge Society is seeking Spirit Lodge Transition House Manager.

Job posting

On Call/Casual Transition House Support Worker

SPIRIT LODGE is a first-stage transition house for abused and battered women and children.
The Casual Support Worker will carry out the purpose and objectives of SPIRIT LODGE according to the HSLS guidelines, policies and procedures.

Job Description:

To provide services to residents in accordance with the Society’s mandate in conjunction with the Team Leader and the rest of the team
Strict confidentiality requirements will be adhered to in all matters relating to the work of the Society, staff and residents
To offer support and appropriate referrals to residents
Knowledge of Family Violence Dynamics
Experience in front line and crisis intervention an asset
To be responsible and accountable
To be able to take initiative and work independently
First Aid Certificate
A team member with personal attributes
Knowledge of First Nations organizations an asset

Job Duties:

Review staff minutes, memos and directives ~ implementation and a clear understanding of all action plans
Intake process
Assess and referrals to residents
Knowledge of community based programs and services
Security checks to be completed three times per shift and recorded as per inventory sheet
Logging information to include: incoming calls, faxes, mail, and various inventories
Logging incoming/outgoing residents, staff, visitors
Housekeeping duties
First Aid applications
Able to work in a team setting as well as individually

Attn: Hiring Committee

www.helpingspiritlodge.org

Please submit a cover letter with resume to:

The Hiring Committee/Competition #124/Helping Spirit Lodge Society
Family Violence Centre
3965 Dumfries Street
Vancouver, BC V5N 5R3
Fax: (604) 873-4402
E-mail: helping_spirit@telus.net

Preference will be given to a person of FIRST NATION’S origin as per SECTION 41 of the Human Rights Code.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Closing Date: Job posting will remain open until position is filled.

UPDATED July 8TH, 2010

Job posting
Spirit Lodge Transition House Manager.

This is a senior management position reporting directly to the Executive Director.
The core accountability is to ensure overall management and direction for the transition house.
The Manger will have the ability to identify and develop programming based on the needs of the women and children utilizing the services of Helping Spirit Lodge Society.
This position requires excellent conflict resolution skills, ability to develop written texts, strategic planning abilities, and good interpersonal skills when dealing with staff. Must have knowledge and experience working with Aboriginal Woman.

Experience:

Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in education and experience
Minimum of three years supervision experience working in a Transition House or equivalent experience
Knowledge of the impacts of family violence and it’s effects on women and children, crisis intervention, suicide prevention, alcohol and drug abuse, sexual abuse.
Knowledge of and experience in working with Aboriginal clients including history, traditions and healing techniques
Drivers License (class 5) minimum ten year experience
Strong communication skills both oral and written
Children Who Witness Abuse training or Transition House Training an asset
Ability to work individually and well as within a team
Ability to work flexible hours
Computer literate
Adheres to confidentiality

Please submit a cover letter with resume Statting Competition#123 To:

Helping Spirit Lodge Society

Attn: Hiring Committee

3965 Dumfries Street, Vancouver,
BC V5N 5R3
Fax to: 604-873-4402
E-mail: helping_spirit@telus.net

Preference will be given to FIRST NATION’S WOMEN’S as per SECTION 411 of the Human Rights Code.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
** First Nation’s Women strongly urged to apply. **

Closing Date: Until position is filled.

UPDATED July 9TH, 2010