Careers Current Opportunities

The Boundary Better at Home Program is looking to expand their team which provides non-medical supports to seniors living in their own homes. 

BFS is looking for employees to go into Seniors’ homes and do light housekeeping. The new team members will have experience supporting seniors, understand the basics of seniors needs, and of course, the basics of housekeeping. This non-medical position also requires reliable transportation. 

Two positions are available:
Grand Forks and Christina Lake - 20 hours per week
West Boundary - 20 hours per week

These two positions pay a rate of $27/hour and offer flexibility for hours and days worked. 
Please forward resume with indication of position being applied for to

info@bfiss.org by 4:00 pm May 10, 2024.

We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

Boundary Better at Home is funded by the Government of BC, managed by the United Way of BC, and a program of Boundary Family Services.
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Canada Summer Jobs Employment Opportunities

Boundary Family Services Society has 2 job opportunities available for young people aged 15-30 that are interested in summer employment.  Some training in the human services field is an asset.  Applicants must have excellent interpersonal skills and good organizational skills.

Position #1 – Recreational Program Leader who is interested in working with young children and youth.   Experience with children and youth with support needs is an asset.  We are looking for a fun loving, creative person who really enjoys helping others to be a part of the community.  Applicant must have a full privilege driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.  30 hours per week for 8 weeks starting July 2, 2024.  $20 per hour.

Position #2 – Administrative assistant duties include a variety of office tasks including but not limited to answering phone and in person inquiries, general word processing, filing, organizing spaces.  The position requires well-developed oral, written and interpersonal communication skills and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office.  35 hours per week for 12 weeks starting May 27, 2024.  $20 per hour.

If you would like more information regarding this position, please call 250-442-2267. 

Glanville Family Centre

Please forward resume with indication of position being applied for to

info@bfiss.org by 4:00 pm May 10, 2024.

We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Shelter Support Worker: Safe Stay Shelter

Job Description:  
Boundary Family Services (BFS) is looking for a Shelter Support Worker who will provide direct support to the clientele of the Safe Stay Shelter. Applicant must be willing to work a flexible schedule that could include night shifts and weekend work. A criminal record check will be required.

Job Type: Part-time, Full-time, and Casual
Hours: 0-40/week
Salary: $25.10/hour
Schedule: Rotating schedule, days, nights, and weekends

Key Duties:

• Receive and admit clients.
• Assess and assist with client personal needs.
• Communicate effectively with clients through active listening and problem-solving.
• Recommend appropriate community resources.
• Monitor client activities and provide effective intervention in crisis situations.
• Prepare and serve meals as required.
• Clean all areas as assigned on a regular basis.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of clients.
• Support a harm reduction model in the community.

What You Should Bring to the Team:

• Strong communication skills specifically in conflict resolution and nonviolent crisis intervention
• Experience working in a shelter environment.
• Experience with life skills such as cooking, and cleaning.
• Knowledge of harm reduction, community service agencies and the homeless population.
• Ability to use sound judgement, perform job duties with minimal supervision and problem solve.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with residents, staff, community agencies and the public.

What You Will Love About Us:

• Fun and friendly team
• Casual dress code
• Benefits
• Training Opportunities

Benefits Include:

• Extended health care plan
• Dental plan
• Life insurance
• Long-term Disability

* Benefits begin after a probationary period

How to Apply:

Please forward your resume to info@bfiss.org

We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Child Minding

Provide safe, nurturing and developmentally appropriate care to young children while their parents participate in educational groups provided by BFS.

Varied hours dependent on programming.  $20.07 per hour.

For more information email Sandy.podmoroff@bfiss.org or call 250-442-2267 ext 40224.