Victim Support Worker
Top Benefits
About the role
Victim Support Worker – Co-located Unit in the Special Investigative Section of the VPD Competition #65-25
About Our Opportunity :
The Victim Support Worker works as part of a team with detectives co-located with police in the Special Investigative Section of the VPD. The team provides follow-up on intimate partner violence (IPV) cases reported to the Vancouver Police. This position can be condensed into 4 days per week with some evening work as needed. This position reports to the Manager of the Family Services of Greater Vancouver (FSGV) Victim Services Program.
We Value You- Benefits :
* Flexible scheduling
* Three weeks’ vacation for full-time staff * entitlement increases from there
* Three paid household leave days a year*
* Two paid Wellness Days a year
* Paid sick days
* Two and a half paid Agency days for full-time staff *
* Five paid days for education leave/year
* One paid Moving Day/year
* Subsidized professional association annual dues (if applicable)
* A work culture that values transparency, teamwork, learning, fairness and integrity
Health and Wellness Resources :
* Generous health/dental benefits after 3 months.
* Three flex benefit options to meet your individualized needs
* Option of psychological/counselling services (up to $1500/year)
* Employee Assistance Plan
* Long Term Disability Plan
* Insurance, Travel insurance, ++
Pension : Municipal Pension Plan enrollment for eligible employees
Work Hours : 35 hours per week
Salary : Paygrade 11, Step 1 , $33.01 (or higher based on experience)
Location : On-site at Vancouver Police Department (Graveley St)
Posting End Date : Posting will remain open until filled
Education, Training, Experience
* B.S.W. or relevant B.A. from a recognized, accredited university.
* Minimum two years of experience supporting and advocating for people who have experienced intimate partner violence.
* Collaborative communication, including teamwork and cooperation, interpersonal communication, diversity and cultural agility.
* Personal effectiveness, including integrity and ethical behaviour, personal resilience, adaptability/flexibility.
* Commitment to: results focus, client-centered service, planning and organizing and technical proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word.
* Maintain contact and network effectively with other community service providers and to provide a referral base for clients.
* Knowledge of the criminal justice system, including court procedures and related services.
* Understanding of other systems that may include MCFD, Corrections, VAFSS, and police services
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
* Effectively manage relationships with the IPVRAU police unit, clients, criminal justice and related systems.
* Ability to work independently and as part of the IPVRAU and FSGV Victim Services team.
* Knowledge of crisis intervention and support skills, risk assessment and ability to effectively safety plan.
* Knowledge of dynamics of intimate partner violence, criminal harassment, sexual/physical/emotional and economic abuse, including coercive control factors.
* Meet administrative expectations of agency and program including file record-keeping and data collection.
* Ability to successfully pass an enhanced policy security clearance and background check.
* Second language is an asset.
* Indigenous or BIPOC background would be considered an asset in this position
Additional Requirements
* Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check
* Ability to successfully pass an enhanced policy security clearance and background check
How to apply :
If this describes you, please submit your application to us through the link below: https://www.thegravityapp.com/shared/job?clientId=8a7883c66613934801663707de9829b8&id=8a78839f99734ea50199a714a2fd2035&u=1759966361&v=9&token=eyJ1aWQiOjQ5NTE4LCJwcm92aWRlciI6ImJvdW5jZSIsInR5cGUiOiJlbWFpbCJ9.CIG\_Rie5nqe7blYfLCrRYJeJmT8
Short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. We thank all candidates and searchers for your interest.
If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process or are an internal candidate, please email your resume and cover letter (indicating the competition number #65-25 in the email subject line) to hrinbox@fsgv.ca.
About Family Services of Greater Vancouver
Since 1928, people experiencing challenges have been turning to Family Services of Greater Vancouver—a community-based not-for-profit organization providing crucial social services to children, youth, adults, and families across Vancouver, Richmond, Burnaby, New Westminster, and Surrey. We offer support, provide hope, and present opportunities—helping people realize and create possibilities for themselves. All of our work is about building healthy, vibrant tomorrows. Learn more: www.fsgv.ca.
Victim Support Worker
Top Benefits
About the role
Victim Support Worker – Co-located Unit in the Special Investigative Section of the VPD Competition #65-25
About Our Opportunity :
The Victim Support Worker works as part of a team with detectives co-located with police in the Special Investigative Section of the VPD. The team provides follow-up on intimate partner violence (IPV) cases reported to the Vancouver Police. This position can be condensed into 4 days per week with some evening work as needed. This position reports to the Manager of the Family Services of Greater Vancouver (FSGV) Victim Services Program.
We Value You- Benefits :
* Flexible scheduling
* Three weeks’ vacation for full-time staff * entitlement increases from there
* Three paid household leave days a year*
* Two paid Wellness Days a year
* Paid sick days
* Two and a half paid Agency days for full-time staff *
* Five paid days for education leave/year
* One paid Moving Day/year
* Subsidized professional association annual dues (if applicable)
* A work culture that values transparency, teamwork, learning, fairness and integrity
Health and Wellness Resources :
* Generous health/dental benefits after 3 months.
* Three flex benefit options to meet your individualized needs
* Option of psychological/counselling services (up to $1500/year)
* Employee Assistance Plan
* Long Term Disability Plan
* Insurance, Travel insurance, ++
Pension : Municipal Pension Plan enrollment for eligible employees
Work Hours : 35 hours per week
Salary : Paygrade 11, Step 1 , $33.01 (or higher based on experience)
Location : On-site at Vancouver Police Department (Graveley St)
Posting End Date : Posting will remain open until filled
Education, Training, Experience
* B.S.W. or relevant B.A. from a recognized, accredited university.
* Minimum two years of experience supporting and advocating for people who have experienced intimate partner violence.
* Collaborative communication, including teamwork and cooperation, interpersonal communication, diversity and cultural agility.
* Personal effectiveness, including integrity and ethical behaviour, personal resilience, adaptability/flexibility.
* Commitment to: results focus, client-centered service, planning and organizing and technical proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word.
* Maintain contact and network effectively with other community service providers and to provide a referral base for clients.
* Knowledge of the criminal justice system, including court procedures and related services.
* Understanding of other systems that may include MCFD, Corrections, VAFSS, and police services
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
* Effectively manage relationships with the IPVRAU police unit, clients, criminal justice and related systems.
* Ability to work independently and as part of the IPVRAU and FSGV Victim Services team.
* Knowledge of crisis intervention and support skills, risk assessment and ability to effectively safety plan.
* Knowledge of dynamics of intimate partner violence, criminal harassment, sexual/physical/emotional and economic abuse, including coercive control factors.
* Meet administrative expectations of agency and program including file record-keeping and data collection.
* Ability to successfully pass an enhanced policy security clearance and background check.
* Second language is an asset.
* Indigenous or BIPOC background would be considered an asset in this position
Additional Requirements
* Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check
* Ability to successfully pass an enhanced policy security clearance and background check
How to apply :
If this describes you, please submit your application to us through the link below: https://www.thegravityapp.com/shared/job?clientId=8a7883c66613934801663707de9829b8&id=8a78839f99734ea50199a714a2fd2035&u=1759966361&v=9&token=eyJ1aWQiOjQ5NTE4LCJwcm92aWRlciI6ImJvdW5jZSIsInR5cGUiOiJlbWFpbCJ9.CIG\_Rie5nqe7blYfLCrRYJeJmT8
Short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. We thank all candidates and searchers for your interest.
If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process or are an internal candidate, please email your resume and cover letter (indicating the competition number #65-25 in the email subject line) to hrinbox@fsgv.ca.
About Family Services of Greater Vancouver
Since 1928, people experiencing challenges have been turning to Family Services of Greater Vancouver—a community-based not-for-profit organization providing crucial social services to children, youth, adults, and families across Vancouver, Richmond, Burnaby, New Westminster, and Surrey. We offer support, provide hope, and present opportunities—helping people realize and create possibilities for themselves. All of our work is about building healthy, vibrant tomorrows. Learn more: www.fsgv.ca.