Current Opportunities

/omox Valley Transition Society is recruiting for casual Residential Recovery Support Workers supporting Amethyst House.

Under the supervision of the Program Coordinator, Works with clients to develop and implement holistic recovery plans and goals . Plans and implements individual and group recovery, activities which assist women in meeting their goals, including the development of life and coping skills, community connections, relapse prevention and engagement in healthy leisure and recreational activities. Ensures the safety and cleanliness of the house.

Education, Training and Experience

• • • Diploma in a related human / social services field.
    • One-year relevant experience working in a residential setting
    • One-year related experience providing support and program facilitation in the substance use recovery field.
    • Or equivalent combination of training and experience in the substance use recovery field.
    • Valid Level I First Aid Certificate including CPR
    • Food Safe
    • Valid BC driver’s license
    • Relevant Criminal Record Clearance.

Attitude, Knowledge and Skills

• Supportive, hopeful, compassionate
• Culturally informed, responsive, and appropriate, demonstrates unconditional acceptance and positive regard
• Ability to establish clear boundaries and maintain and understand the limits of confidentiality
• Understanding of the diverse context and experience of women’s lives.
• Be trauma informed – understanding the prevalence of trauma and violence in the lives of women.
• Ability to deal with seriously addicted and mentally ill clients and their families
• Practices’ a Relational approach recognizing the importance of relationships for women and establishes trusting and respectful alliance, which is mutual, collaborative and individualized and reviewed regularly.
• Is client centered/led
• Sound understanding of the consequences of substance use for women including physiological, general health, family dynamics, parenting/mothering, interpersonal relationships, education and vocation, psychological, social, cultural and spiritual.
• Concurrent disorder capable
• Recovery specific knowledge in the following areas: Stages of change, Harm Reduction; Relapse Preventions; Motivational Interviewing; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy; Empowerment Model, Strength Based Model, 12 and 16 Step programs, Smart Recovery and Seeking Safety
• Extensive knowledge of community programs and resources
• Skilled in facilitating conflict resolution.
• Ability to work professionally, collaboratively respectfully and supportively with a wide range of internal and external partners, team, and stakeholders.
• Flexible about ideas and belief systems, values diversity
• Utilizes effective self-care strategies and is committed to personal health and wellness.
• Ability to observe and recognize behavior and/or health status changes in clients
• Ability to facilitate supportive and educational groups
• Excellent crisis assessment and intervention skills
• Ability to manage volunteer participation in program and activities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to organize and prioritize own workload
• Ability to role model healthy lifestyle choices.

Shift times are:  7:00am – 7:30pm / 8:30am – 9:00pm / 7:00pm – 7:30am

Wage:  $26.74 – $30.69 hourly. 

For full details and a list of qualifications, please see the attached Job Description.

For further information or to apply with cover letter and resume, please contact us by email at hr@cvts.ca. 

This posting will remain open until filled. 

Comox Valley Transition Society is recruiting for  Women’s Support Workers supporting Darry’s Place.

Under the supervision of Darry’s Place Coordinator, the Women’s Support Worker as a member of a team providing access to safe, secure, and confidential services to women and their children who are at risk of violence or have experienced violence. Services include short-term housing, information and support for decision making referrals to other services, links affordable housing, life skills development which will move families towards life that is free of violence and thriving.

Education, Training and Experience

• • • Diploma in Human/Social Services field.
    • Minimum of one years’ relevant experience.
    • Experience supporting women who have experienced violence or are at risk of violence and children.
    • Valid Level I First Aid Certificate including CPR.
    • Crisis prevention training and/or de-escalation training, non-violent intervention training.
    • Indigenous awareness training
    • Mental Health First Aid training
    • Domestic Violence safety planning
    • Substance Use awareness and safety training, including naloxone training.
    • 2SLGBTQAI+ awareness training
    • Trauma-informed practice training
    • Suicide Assessment and Assistance Training
    • Staff Self Care Training
    • Motivational Interviewing Training
    • Relevant Clear Criminal record check

Attitude, Knowledge and Skills

• Supportive, hopeful, compassionate
• Culturally informed, responsive, and appropriate, demonstrates unconditional acceptance and positive regard
• Ability to establish clear boundaries and maintain and understand the limits of confidentiality
• Understanding of the diverse context and experience of women’s lives.
• Be trauma informed – understanding the prevalence of trauma and violence in the lives of women.
• Ability to deal with seriously addicted and mentally ill clients and their families
• Practices’ a Relational approach recognizing the importance of relationships for women and establishes trusting and respectful alliance, which is mutual, collaborative and individualized and reviewed regularly.
• Is client centered/led
• Sound understanding of the consequences of substance use for women including physiological, general health, family dynamics, parenting/mothering, interpersonal relationships, education and vocation, psychological, social, cultural and spiritual.
• Concurrent disorder capable
• Recovery specific knowledge in the following areas: Stages of change, Harm Reduction; Relapse Preventions; Motivational Interviewing; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy; Empowerment Model, Strength Based Model, 12 and 16 Step programs, Smart Recovery and Seeking Safety
• Extensive knowledge of community programs and resources
• Skilled in facilitating conflict resolution.
• Ability to work professionally, collaboratively respectfully and supportively with a wide range of internal and external partners, team, and stakeholders.
• Flexible about ideas and belief systems, values diversity
• Utilizes effective self-care strategies and is committed to personal health and wellness.
• Ability to observe and recognize behavior and/or health status changes in clients
• Ability to facilitate supportive and educational groups
• Excellent crisis assessment and intervention skills
• Ability to manage volunteer participation in program and activities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to organize and prioritize own workload
• Ability to role model healthy lifestyle choices.

Position 1:   Friday/Saturday, 12pm to 8pm; Sunday/Monday, 730am to 330pm

Position 2:  Friday, 9am to 5pm; Saturday, 730am to 330pm; Sunday, 730pm to 8am (night shift)

We are also looking for additional casual staff for this program

 Wage:  $26.74 – $30.69 hourly. 

For full details and a list of qualifications, please see the attached Job Description.

For further information or to apply with cover letter and resume, please contact us by email at hr@cvts.ca. 

These postings will remain open until filled. 

Comox Valley Transition Society is recruiting for a Building Maintenance Worker. 

The Maintenance Worker performs preventative maintenance, repairs and grounds keeping at multiple CVTS buildings and program sites.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma plus related vocational training
• 2 years recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Valid BC driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract.
• Relevant Criminal Record Clearance.
• First Aid Certificate

Job Skills and Abilities

• Ability to perform basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical and landscaping.
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organization and time management skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Physically fit with the ability to properly lift 100 pounds.
• Ability to use all equipment needed to fulfill duties.

Schedule: Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm  

 Wage:  $25.05 – $28.75 hourly. 

For further information or to apply with cover letter and resume, please contact us by email at hr@cvts.ca. 

This posting will remain open until filled. 

Comox Valley Transition Society is recruiting for casual Girl’s Group Leaders.

Working from a Feminist Perspective and an Anti-oppression Framework the Girls Group Leader plans, implements and overseas the day to day activities of their assigned youth group. They also participate in the program development, policies and procedures, program evaluation and budget preparation.

Education and Experience

Diploma in related Human / Social Service

• 2 years related experience working with at – risk youth and young adults.
• Training in job specific areas.
• Or equivalent combination of Education, Training and Experience.
• Valid BC driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract.
• Relevant Criminal Record Clearance.
• First Aid Certificate

Job Skills and Abilities

• Must have a strong working knowledge and analysis of the issues impacting youth and young adults including violence against women, media literacy, communication, bullying, sexual health, exploitation, suicide intervention, mental wellness, homelessness, poverty, and substance use, harm reduction, technology and social media, inclusive practice, diversity.
• Applies feminist analysis and perspective to working with youth and young adults.
• Understanding of and practices a trauma informed care response.
• Training in crisis intervention and safety planning,
• Demonstrated ability to use advanced communication skills such as reflective listening, giving and receiving feedback, using open ended questions, conflict resolution and managing challenging behaviors.
• Valid Level I First Aid Certificate including CPR.
• Current knowledge of community programs and services and related provincial support systems.
  • Knowledge of the justice system, health services, child welfare system and other related statutes.
  • Ability to work independently and work cooperatively as part of a team.
  • Excellent written communication skills for report writing.
  • Effective interpersonal skills including an ability to work in a respectful and cooperative manner with clients, co-workers and allied service partners
  • Demonstrates respect for the individuality, privacy, and decision-making process of each person.
  • Skilled in program facilitation and development.
  • Demonstrated level of cultural sensitivity and understanding of individual cultural and socio-economic characteristics.
  • Knowledge and experience in maintaining confidentiality, the limits of confidentiality and appropriate boundaries.

This position will work about 15 weeks a year at 4-5 hours a week during October to December and January to March. There are no hours in between these periods or during Spring Break unless there is a specially funded project.

Casual positions will receive an additional 10.6% of their straight-time pay in lieu of scheduled vacations and paid holidays.

Salary: From $28.32 per hour

For more details, please see full job description. 

For further information or to apply with cover letter and resume, please contact us by email at hr@cvts.ca. 

This posting will remain open until filled.