Careers Current Opportunities
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Planning, preparing and carrying out developmentally appropriate programs and activities such as recreational social and/or educational activities.
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Encouraging participation in activities by those attending.
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Providing skill building to children and youth such as life skills and social skills while modelling appropriate behavior.
- Identifying the abilities, interests, and other issues of participants.
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Providing guidance and instruction.
- Accompanying and/or transporting children or youth to activities.
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Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
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Well-developed oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
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Working knowledge of Office 365.
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Excellent organization, time and general management skills.
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Ability to work in a diverse environment and embrace positive attitudes.
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Excellent customer service skills.
Qualifications:
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Able to successfully obtain an agency initiated Criminal Record Check where no criminal record is found for the purpose of working with children or vulnerable adults.
- Emergency First Aid with CPR (preferred)
- Class 5 Driver’s License and drivers abstract (preferred)
Resumes will be reviewed as received. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Legal Support Services Worker
35 Flexible hours per month at $28.22/hour (with certain set days/times for court appearances)
This program is funded by Legal Aid BC and is a linking program to legal services for the Boundary Region (Christina Lake to Rock Creek). This program does not provide legal advice or victim assistance services. It IS NOT providing legal advice nor providing victims assistance services.
Job requirements include but are not limited to:
- A high level of maturity and the ability to “meet people where they are at”
- Ability to work in an inclusive way that takes diversity, inclusion and reconciliation into account
- Excellent written, verbal and in-person communication skills
- Working knowledge of Office 365 and internet research skill as well as the ability to fill out online forms
- Ability to manage time effectively
- Ability to work both independently and in a team-setting
- Valid Class 5 license with reliable vehicle
- Must be able to pass a vulnerable populations criminal records check
- Comprehensive understanding of confidentiality
Candidates should possess a minimum of a diploma in Human Services, with BA/BSc preferred, and at least one full year of front-line service delivery in last three calendar years. A combination of education/skills and experience may be considered.
Please send your resume and cover letter to info@bfiss.org
Resumes and cover letters will be reviewed as received. We thank all that apply, but only those chosen 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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Our Programs & Services
Boundary Family Services provides a wide variety of programs to meet the interests and needs of children, youth and families throughout the Boundary with the main hub being the Glanville Family Centre in Grand Forks. Some programs require an appointment while other programs are open for drop in. Accessing most programs just requires that you contact us for an intake appointment or drop in time but some programs have specific guidelines and require a referral.
Please call or email us to discuss interest and eligibility.