Current Opportunities

Comox Valley Transition Society is recruiting for casual Crisis Intervention Support Workers supporting Lilli House.

Under the supervision of the Transition House Coordinator, the Crisis Intervention Support Worker works at the transition house as a member of a team providing information, support, and referrals to women and their children who are in or have left an abusive relationship.

Education, Training and Experience

• Relevant Diploma or undergraduate Degree, with one to two years relevant experience; Transition House Worker Training certificate with two to three years relevant experience, with training in human services, crisis intervention, support and knowledge of abuse issues and experience supporting women. Relevant experience noted above refers to working with women in abusive relationships in a supportive and counselling capacity.
• Training in Alcohol & Drug counselling from a recognized post-secondary program and related experience in supporting women.
• Valid Level I First Aid Certificate including CPR.
• Crisis intervention in a residential setting (preferred).
• Working knowledge of substance abuse issues
• Experience and/or training dealing with violent or aggressive people.
• Current knowledge of legal issues and community resources.

Lilli House staff work 12.5 hour shifts from 07:00am to 7:30pm and 7:30pm to 7:00am.

We are offering competitive wages, starting at $23.10/hr.

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 FT and PT 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 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
• Clear vulnerable sector Criminal Record check

Positions available are:

023H23 – Full Time; Monday to Friday 7am to 3pm

024H23 – Full Time; Mon/Tues 10am to 6pm, Wed/Thurs/Fri 12pm to 8pm

025H23 – Full Time; Wednesday to Sunday 10am to 6pm

026H23 – Part Time; Sat/Sun 7am to 3pm, Mon/Tues 12pm to 8pm

027H23 – Part Time; Sat & Sun 12pm to 8pm

We are offering competitive wages, starting at $23.10/hr.

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 Casual Girl’s Group Leaders. 

Under the supervision of the Program Coordinator, 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.  

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training 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.
• Clear Criminal Record Check

HOURS: As needed; program support
Approximately 15 weeks at 4-5 hours a week twice per year (Nov to Feb) and (March to May).

Wage:  $24.48 – $28.52 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 a Full Time Program Coordinator to support Connect. 

Works collaboratively with the Executive Director to develop existing and new community Connect programs. Supervises volunteers and provides support and leadership to Community Facilitator staff.  The Community Connect Coordinator is responsible for Coordinating programming to connect marginalized community members with one another, with social networks and with community resources. The primary mandate of this role is to assist in reducing homelessness by providing support and resources to clients which may assist them in obtaining and/or maintaining housing. The worker works from a feminist perspective and within an anti-oppressive framework.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training and Experience:

• Diploma in related human/social services field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three years direct client service delivery experience, including one year supervisory or coordination experience preferably in a feminist-based delivery model.
• Experience working in community setting.
• Clear vulnerable sector criminal record check

HOURS: Full Time, Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm

Wage: Grid 14, Range $28.39 – 33.06 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 2 (two) TEMP Full-time 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.

END DATE:  unknown

HOURS:  75 hours bi-weekly; 1.0 (FTE)

Position 1:  Works Mon/Tues/Wed

Position 2: Works Thurs/Fri/Sat

They both follow the three-week rotation below:

Week 1:  3 consecutive shifts 7:00am – 7:30pm

Week 2:  3 consecutive shifts 8:30am – 9:00pm

Week 3: 3 consecutive shifts 7:00pm – 7:30am

DAYS OFF:  4 days in a row 

Wage:  $23.10 – $26.91 hourly. This wage will see an increase once our new Collective Agreement is finalized. 

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 a Full-time Receptionist/Admin Assistant supporting Darry’s Place.

Under the direction of the Program Coordinator performs a variety of  Receptionist and Administration duties.

Education, Training and Experience

• Grade 12
• Related post-secondary courses in office procedures.
• One (1) year recent related experience
• Or equivalent combination of training and experience in an office environment

HOURS:  Full Time, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm

Wage: Grid 7, Range $20.25- $23.62 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 a  Full-time Housing Outreach & Support Worker supporting Travelodge.

Under the supervision of the Homelessness Outreach Coordinator, the Housing Outreach Support Worker works as a member of a team to provide both outreach and onsite support,  information, crisis intervention, access to food and basic necessities, and referrals to men, women and their children who are experiencing homelessness or are precariously housed, and due to their need to quarantine or isolate in pandemic conditions, have been provided with temporary supportive housing by CVTS or Island Health. Services are provided by phone and through physical distancing and other hygiene and sanitation protocols.

Education, Training and Experience

• • • Relevant Diploma in human / social service field,
    • One-year recent related experience.
    • Valid Level I First Aid Certificate including CPR.
    • FoodSafe certification
    • Working knowledge of substance abuse issues, crisis intervention, outreach support.
    • Experience and/or training in de-escalation/conflict management
    • Current knowledge of Pandemic protocols and available community resources.
    • Clear Criminal Record check

HOURS:  75 hours bi-weekly; 1.0 (FTE)

This is a night shift positions that work 12.5 hours from 7:30pm to 8:00am

Position:  Works Fri/Sat/Sun 

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 a Full-time Residential Recovery Support Worker 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.

HOURS:  75 hours bi-weekly; 1.0 (FTE)

Works: Mon/Tues/Wed

This position follows a three-week rotation below:

Week 1:  3 consecutive shifts 7:00am – 7:30pm

Week 2:  3 consecutive shifts 8:30am – 9:00pm

Week 3: 3 consecutive shifts 7:00pm – 7:30am

DAYS OFF:  4 days in a row 

Wage:  $23.10 – $26.91 hourly. This wage will see an increase once our new Collective Agreement is finalized. 

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.