Candidates need a law degree or, depending on experience, a university undergraduate degree, paralegal diploma, or poverty law training. Strong oral and written communication, Microsoft Office skills, and knowledge of the Residential Tenancy and Employment and Assistance Acts are required.
3+ YOECandidates need a post-secondary diploma or degree in a relevant field plus 3 years of non-profit experience, such as in an emergency shelter. Unionized, collective agreement experience, NVCI and First Aid/CPR are also required.
10+ YOECandidates need at least 10 years of facilities management experience, knowledge of building systems such as HVAC, plumbing and electrical, and project and budget management skills. A related degree or certification, a calm and empathetic manner with vulnerable people, and a clean driving record are also required.
HVAC systems, plumbing systems, electrical systems
1+ YOECandidates need Grade 12, non-violent crisis intervention training, Basic First Aid certification and at least one year of direct community-based work with marginalized populations. Strong communication, de-escalation and computer skills (Outlook, HIFIS, Word, Excel) are essential.
3+ YOECandidates need at least three years of frontline social services experience and a post-secondary diploma or equivalent combined education and experience. They must hold De-escalation, First Aid, CPR and naloxone training and pass a criminal record check.
2+ YOECandidates need at least 2 years of reception or administrative experience in a computerized office and 2 years of direct service work with the Downtown Eastside community. They also need strong communication, organization and Microsoft Office skills, a valid BC Class 5 licence, and the ability to lift 50 lbs.
Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Cargo van
Candidates need Grade 12, WHMIS knowledge, and the ability to lift up to 25 kilograms and read chemical labels. They should work calmly and professionally with vulnerable people, and non-profit or shelter experience and janitorial training are assets.
Chemical cleaners, Power equipment, Snow shovels, Squeegees, Vehicles, Ladders