Victim Support Worker

JOB OPPORTUNITY: Victim Support Worker, Sex Crimes Unit

Victim Support Worker, Sex Crimes Unit (SCU) Competition #27-26

About Our Opportunity

The Victim Support Worker works as part of a team with detectives co-located with police in the Sex Crimes Unit (SCU) Section of the VPD. The team provides follow-up on sexual assault cases reported to the Vancouver Police.

Reporting to the Manager, Victim Services, the Victim Support Worker, SCU is responsible for providing support to clients who have experienced sexual violence and may or may not be involved in the justice system as a result. This includes providing specialized services appropriate to the nature of the victimization of the client, as well as to the level of involvement with the criminal justice system. The Victim Support Worker will assist in the recovery of clients by lessening the impact of crime and trauma, ensuring survivors are effectively supported through the justice process, assisting in the creation of safety plans, and helping survivors cope with the effects of the crimes committed against them.

We Value You- Benefits

• Flexible scheduling to accommodate life/work balance
• 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)
• Referral bonus program
• Milestone celebrations
• On-the-job education through various Lunch and Learns
• Safe and Respectful Work Environment
• Opportunities for Growth
• Ongoing support, mentoring, and recognition to help with engagement and career growth
• 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 a week, Monday-Friday

Salary: Paygrade GS 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

What do you need to succeed?

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 sexual 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-centred 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

Role Qualifications and Skills include, but are not limited to

• Effectively manage relationships with the Sex Crimes police unit (SCU), clients, criminal justice and related systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of the SCU and FSGV Victim Services team.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention and support skills, risk assessment, and ability to effectively safety plan.
• Knowledge of dynamics of violence in intimate relationships, sexual assault, criminal harassment and sexual/physical abuse in childhood.
• Knowledge of, and experience with, community-based and feminist approaches to intervening in violence against women, taking into account the intersectionality of persons marginalized on the basis of gender, race/ethnicity, economic status, language, culture, age, ability, sexual or gender identity.
• Understanding of cross-cultural and equity issues.
• Superior knowledge of the criminal justice and police system, including bail conditions, investigation proceedings, protective custody, etc.
• Knowledge of Provincial Policy on Violence Against Women in Relationships.
• Knowledge of Crime Victim Assistance Program.
• Work well under pressure. Able to balance relationships with key stakeholders with competing priorities.
• Able to maintain confidentiality while under pressure to disclose information.
• Meet administrative expectations of the agency and program, including file record-keeping and data collection; computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.

Additional Requirements

• 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

How to apply

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If you are applying through any other platform, kindly ensure that your application is submitted via our career website at Short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. We thank all candidates and searchers for your interest.

We believe in the power of inclusion and the power of enabling all our staff to thrive by embracing diversity and fostering equality. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all staff that dismantles barriers and creates opportunities. Our organization is committed to recruiting a diverse workforce representing the communities we proudly serve while encompassing the principles of equity, inclusion, and diversity. Decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, and all other terms and conditions of employment will be made without regard to race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, political beliefs, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or non-applicable criminal condition.

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 #27-26 in the email subject line) to ***email_hidden***.

We gratefully acknowledge that our programs are delivered on traditional and ancestral lands and waters of the Coast Salish peoples, including the Xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), Sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil Waututh), Qayqayt, Katzie, Kwantlen, Kwekwetlem, Semiahmoo, Matsqui, and Tsawwassen First Nations. Huy ch q’u.

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JOIN US FOR A MEANINGFUL CAREER HELPING OTHERS AND BRING YOUR AUTHENTIC SELF!

When you work with us, you will join a caring team of people who will value you as a whole person. You will also have the opportunity to do meaningful, leading-edge work that has a direct impact on the local community.

At Family Services of Greater Vancouver, we have been helping people in crisis since 1928. We are a non-profit working to support and empower individuals, families, and communities. We offer programs and services designed to help people develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence to create positive change in their lives. Our staff operates from an evidence-based, trauma-informed lens to meet people where they are and get them where they want to be.

We help people develop skills and knowledge, empowering our neighbours to create positive change in their lives. Our team is made up of more than 360 staff, including expert counsellors and support workers who provide compassionate, client-centred care to youth experiencing homelessness, families and children impacted by trauma, victims of domestic violence, and other vulnerable people from an evidence-based, trauma-informed lens. We believe in building a brighter future for all British Columbians and providing a supportive and inclusive workplace for all our staff.