MOSAIC operates on traditional and unceded Coast Salish Territories, the ancestral lands of the sḵwx̱wú7mesh, sel̓íl ̓witulh, xʷməθkʷəy̓əm, qiqéyt, sc̓əwaθən məsteyəx, kʷikʷəƛ̓əm, q̓ic̓əy̓**, qʼʷa:n̓ƛʼən̓****, SEMYOME, S'ólh Téméxw (Stó:lō), Stz'uminus, WSÁNEĆ and Matsqui nations****where we are privileged to carry out our mission.**

WHY YOU SHOULD WORK WITH US:

MOSAIC is one of Canada’s largest settlement non-profit organizations. Our newcomer services change the lives of immigrants, refugees, and individuals from diverse backgrounds in Greater Vancouver and throughout BC. Since 1976, MOSAIC has worked to strengthen communities by advocating for positive changes and supporting newcomers in building their new lives in Canada. As an employer we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where employees can trust that their skills and contributions are valued. We advocate for and promote equitable employment opportunities for women, Indigenous Peoples, people with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (2SLGBTQI+), and racialized individuals. We have been recognized in the 2019 List of Best Workplaces™ in Canada (100-999 employees), the 2020 list of Best Workplaces Managed by Women and 2021 List of Best Workplaces™ in Canada (100-999 employees) by the Great Place to Work® Institute. Our employees benefit from many diverse perspectives, taking part in training opportunities for career growth.

JOIN OUR TEAM!

We are looking for a motivated and compassionate individual to join the Building Blocks Vancouver Team! Not sure if you're 100% qualified? We encourage you to apply anyway! MOSAIC is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage people from all backgrounds, spaces, and abilities to apply.

POSITION FUNCTION:

Under the supervision of the Interim Manager, Building Blocks Vancouver Program, the Family Support Home Visitor provides support to first-time parents and their children through home-visiting, community-based activities, and collaboration with BBV nurse and social worker consultants.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Initiate and maintain regular, long-term contract and support with families through home visiting and other activities

• Assist families in strengthening the parent-child relationship by providing guidance based on parenting and early childhood development principals in a Canadian context.

• Use the peer support skills of modeling and mentoring to enhance family functioning.

• Support families by helping them improve access to community resources.

• Remain current with CARF standards relevant to the program, project, or service.

• Keep client information up-to-date in physical files and electronically using OCMS and MOSAIC's client management system.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Have a certificate, diploma, or degree in Early Childhood Care and Education, Social Services, Community Development, Counselling or in relevant fields

• Have experience (2 or more years) in early childhood (0-6 years) development, family, or parenting and with immigrant populations and diverse cultural backgrounds.

• Ability to speak, read and write in fluent English and Spanish.

• Case Management experience

• Knowledge in early childhood development, family/parent-child relationships, settlement services, community resources and agencies, and specific knowledge related to home visitation.

• Experience working with and supporting vulnerable populations through difficult situations (e.g. domestic violence) and making formal reports.

• Awareness of boundaries

• Have a working knowledge of standard office equipment and software applications (MS Office 365, virtual platforms, word processing, and spreadsheets).

• Have a strong willingness to learn.

• Culturally sensitive, trauma-informed, tactful, patient, and flexible.

• Organized and able to set priorities, meet deadlines and have problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently and with a team.

• Ability to set and maintain boundaries with clients and manage self-care.

• Ability to carry out the duties of the position.

• Current, satisfactory Criminal Record Check is required.

• Problem solving skills

• Ability to work under pressure

• Understanding of Caseload and apply learned knowledge on time

• Valid driver’s license and car ownership are assets.

COMPENSATION: $28.58 - $29.25 per hour

HOURS:

28 hours per week, fixed term until March 31, 2026

While the work is primarily in person, the successful candidate may be permitted to work a hybrid work model (combination of in-office and remote work). Candidate must be able to commute to the Boundary office and client's homes in Vancouver.

DEADLINE: 14 October, 2025, by 4:30 pm

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• MOSAIC is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage people from all backgrounds, spaces, and abilities to apply.
• Before applying, you must be legally permitted to work in Canada through citizenship or permanent resident status. If you have a work permit, please ensure that it allows you to work for the duration of this position.
• We are committed to creating a safe and healthy working environment for our employees. MOSAIC employees are expected to adhere to several policies and procedures such as Right to a Respectful Workplace and Code of Conduct. As of September 18, 2023 MOSAIC’s HSS-21 COVID-19 Vaccination Policy is currently suspended. Therefore, until further notice, employees are no longer required to provide a proof of vaccination. However, should circumstances change and MOSAIC deems it necessary to reinstate such Policy in order to ensure a safe workplace, MOSAIC reserves the right to require employees to provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be eligible to continue performing their work duties.