Careers with SARA
NOTICE
Please be advised that, due to facility capacity issues resulting from COVID-19, we are unable to accept volunteers or practicum students at this time.
When we are able to reinvigorate our volunteer program, we will upload an application form.
When we are able to accept practicum students, we will advise representatives of educational institutions.
Thank you for your interest.
Job Postings
PREGNANCY OUTREACH PROGRAM (POPs) RN/RDN
Position Title: Pregnancy Outreach Program (POPs) RN/RDN
Program: Pregnancy Outreach Program
Position End Date: November 2023 (Maternity Leave)
Position Location: Mission
Reports to: Manager of Counselling
Hours of work: 10-14 hours/week
Posting Date: May 20, 2022
Closing Date: May 27, 2022, 5PM
This position requires UNION MEMBERSHIP
Internal/External Job Posting
Compensation will be in accordance with Appendix A of the BCGEU Collective Agreement.
Classification: Pregnancy Outreach Program (POPs) RN/RDN Grid Level: 16 Paraprofessional
The POPs RN/RDN will be responsible for ensuring the program operates in a successful manner, program objectives are achieved and there is adherence to the Health Canada and Fraser Health POPs Program deliverables. The POPs RN/RDN will assist in financial planning, budget development and fundraising. The POPs RN/RDN is responsible for reviewing all client initial assessments, charts and consulting with clients as needed.
All staff and volunteers of SARA demonstrate a commitment to the mandate, vision, values, and philosophy of the SARA for Women Society.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Promoting the program by public speaking as required by the Program
- Liaising with the SARA Housing and Transition House programs (ATH, MTH, Santa Rosa, and CLR), as well as the Counselling Programs (Stop the Violence and P.E.A.C.E.) and Outreach to organize groups, support women, and provide consistent services throughout the
- Assisting the women served in the program. This includes conducting in-depth interviews and intakes, keeping notes and statistics, assisting clients to access community information and resources, providing individual support according to program protocols, communicating thoroughly with the Program Manager using the agreed system of communication, and assisting with arranging special
- Through post-natal home visits, the POPs RN/RDN promotes optimum health by linking families with a system of ongoing care through public health and other community
- Facilitating POPs activities in a group or individual
- Maintains accurate up-to-date records, including documentation of all client contacts, case notes and referral records, and case consultation
- Compiling, recording, and reporting monthly
- Preparing the monthly program status report and other reports as
- Attend all meetings and training as
- Operates the Pregnancy Outreach Program in a manner reflective of the clients’ needs and adhering to the accepted standards of
- Delivering all services, programs, and special functions, related to and delivered under the
- Advising Program Manager of program
- Responsible for intake assessment including application and use of prenatal Risk Identification Tool and T-ACE
- Supporting public awareness of the program, networking, and community
- Organizing speakers for weekly drop-in
- Reviewing all charting, and is responsible for completing quality assurance audit of
- Responsible for
- Responsible for organizing case conferencing with appropriate
- Preparing the annual program status report and any other reports as
- Meeting guidelines of Health Canada and Fraser Health POPs
- Attending Pregnancy Outreach Program teleconferences/meetings.
- Communicating with other health agencies, especially the Fraser Health Unit/Department, regarding general or specific health issues in the community as
Skills and Knowledge:
- Hold a current RN or RDN
- A background in community health
- Excellent understanding of violence against women
- Good understanding of social services and resources in the Mission area and how to access them.
- Knowledge about pregnancy, infancy, and early childhood development and
- Knowledge of family and intimate partner dynamics, addictions, and the impacts of violence in the home on
- A solid understanding of the role of the advocate as well as how to be an effective
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative and to work
- Willingness and ability to work flexible hours (evening and weekend work may be required).
- Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check for children and vulnerable
- Strong listening, writing, presentation, facilitation, public speaking, and computer skills
- Good understanding of legal issues facing women who have been abused, particularly those from a different
- An understanding of the Family Law Act (2013).
- Knowledge of supports available to help women access legal information and
- Must be well organized with good case management skills. This includes keeping up-to-date confidential client files, and producing program reports and statistics as required on
- Keeping abreast of current information that is pertinent to our ability to deliver relevant, accurate information and
Qualifications
Education and Knowledge
- Bachelor’s Degree in Registered Nursing, plus applicable registration/or
- Bachelor’s Degree in Registered Dietician Nutritionist, plus applicable registration
Training and Experience
- One (1) year of recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and
- Current Food Safe certificate
- Standard First Aid
A clear Criminal Record Check for Vulnerable Populations
Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence, the use of a reliable vehicle with business insurance and a clean driver’s abstract
Submit cover letter and resume to: Human.Resources@saraforwomen.ca
Subject: Pregnancy Outreach Program (POPs) RN/RDN
SARA promotes the principles of anti-oppression, diversity, and inclusion. We strive to represent the diverse communities that we serve. Individuals from First Nations, diverse ethnocultural origins, religions, abilities, and sexual orientations are encouraged to apply.
While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone inquiries, please.
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Position Title: 2nd Stage Housing Program Worker - CLR
Temporary position: May 2022 – March 31, 2023
Position location: Abbotsford
Reports to: Housing Manager
Hours of work: 35 hrs weekly
Posting Date: April 20, 2022
Closing Date: April 27, 2022, 5 pm
This position requires UNION MEMBERSHIP
Internal / External Job Posting
Compensation will be in accordance with Appendix A of the BCGEU Collective Agreement.
2nd Stage Housing Program Worker
Classification: Transition House Worker
Grid Level: 10
2nd Stage Housing Program Worker provides advocacy, one to one support, assessment, intake and discharge services for residents accessing our 2nd Stage House programs. The worker provides facilitation and crisis intervention in the 2nd Stage House for women and children fleeing violence. The worker provides administrative support as necessary, ensuring the safety and security of the program. This position may have varied work hours as per program requirement.
Reports to: Transition House Coordinator, Program Manager
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prior to admission, screens prospective residents for suitability; conducts intake interviews over the phone.
- Provides information, advocacy and assistance to residents and crisis line callers.
- Assesses residents’ immediate needs and assists them to define and implement an action plan.
- Provides crisis intervention and risk assessment for residents and crisis line callers.
- Provides information to residents on resources available and refers clients to community other services and resources available.
- Monitors and ensures the safety and comfort of residents and the security of the facility.
- Facilitates resolution of conflicts between residents.
- Provides emotional support, encouragement, goal setting, safety planning and problem-solving support to residents.
- Provides accompaniment for women requesting advocacy services.
- Maintains current knowledge of issues and resources related to abuse and violence.
- Maintains case notes, resident records, documents, forms and statistical information.
- Provides administrative support as necessary, including record keeping recording and reporting statistics and pertinent data.
- Ensures completion of housekeeping services such as laundry, cleaning, grocery shopping and maintaining supplies; orders supplies/groceries.
- Performs other duties as directed and appropriate
- Attends all relevant meetings and training as directed
Skills and Knowledge:
- Excellent understanding of violence against women issues both within dominant and non- dominant cultures
- Solid understanding of the role of an advocate as well as how to be an effective advocate
- Demonstrated ability to provide individual and/or group support to assist women and their children in understanding and coping with the effects of abusive cycles and family violence
- Demonstrated ability to provide crisis intervention and support for children and youth
- Comprehensive understanding of social services and resources in the Fraser Valley and how to access them
- Demonstrated ability to provide crisis intervention, safety planning and support for women
- Strong knowledge and experience of providing services to women in an integrated and multi- agency service provider team environment
- Demonstrated ability to work with diverse clientele, and cultural competency
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Strong listening skills, written and oral communication skills including public speaking skills required
- Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate information to others (cross-over and log book communications are examples)
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Office 365, Excel, Online applications, online resource
- Keep current on
- Women’s issues, specifically violence against women and children
- Issues relating to women who may face additional barriers, including race, culture or ethnicity, sexual orientation, economic status and ability
- Legal issues, housing options, government and immigrant services
Competencies:
- Work efficiently and with minimal supervision
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative and to work independently
- Commitment to a coordinated team-based approach
- Ability to network and interact well with other service providers, internal and external team members
- Energetic, positive, optimistic, and pragmatic
- Demonstrated commitment to building and sustaining a healthy workplace
- Excellent inter-personal and communication skills.
- Able to provide non-judgmental support to both clients and colleagues
- Ability to be adaptive to different situations
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Ability to handle competing priorities and objectives
- Physical competency: cleaning rooms, packing up belongings, carrying groceries, sorting donations, able to lift up to 20 kilos.
Qualifications:
Education and Knowledge
- Diploma in a related human / social service field.
Training and Experience
- One (1) year recent related experience. Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
- Experience working with mental illness and addictions
- Experience working with high risk, multi-barrier female population
- Standard First Aid Certificate
- CPR Level B
- Food Safe Certificate
A clear Criminal Record Check for Vulnerable Populations Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence and clean driver’s abstract
Environment/Working Conditions
- This position is required to work in a moderate to highly stressful environment often dealing with clients in crisis situations
- Sometimes exposed to moderately undesirable working conditions in the form of unpleasant dealings with upset, angry or demanding clients.
- Moderate level of concentration to monitor house dynamics, security and safety issues required.
- Ability to work with and deal with interruptions and often chaotic environment.
- Support often related to trauma, physical and/or emotional abuse, and/or drug and alcohol abuse.
- Managing emergency situations is an ongoing expectation of this position
- May be exposed to weather, hazards and risks associated with driving and/or transporting clients.
- Access to reliable vehicle and ability to carry Business Insurance
Submit cover letter and resume.
Human.Resources@saraforwomen.ca
Subject: 2nd Stage Housing program Worker – CLR
SARA promotes the principles of anti-oppression, diversity and inclusion. We strive to represent the diverse communities that we serve. Individuals from First Nations, diverse ethno cultural origins, religions, abilities and sexual orientations are encouraged to apply.
While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone inquiries please.
Position Title: TH Support Worker - Casual
Program: Transition House
Position location: Abbotsford and Mission
Reports to: Manager of Housing
Hours of work: Hours as per Program requirement
Posting Date: April 20, 2022
Closing Date: May 3, 2022 5 pm
This position requires UNION MEMBERSHIP
Internal / External Job Posting
Compensation will be in accordance with Appendix A of the BCGEU Collective Agreement.
Classification: TH Support Worker Grid Level:10
PROGRAM INFORMATION
The Support Worker provides advocacy, one to one support, assessment, intake and discharge services for residents accessing our Transition House programs. The Support Worker provides group facilitation and crisis intervention in the Transition House for women and children fleeing violence. The Support Worker provides administrative support as necessary, ensuring the safety and security of the program. The Program operates 24/7 with staff covering all shifts as required.
Reports to: Transition House Team Lead, Transition House Coordinator, Manager Housing
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prior to admission, screens prospective residents for suitability; conducts intake interviews over the phone.
- Provides information, advocacy and assistance to residents and crisis line callers.
- Assesses residents’ immediate needs and assists them to define and implement an action plan.
- Provides crisis intervention and risk assessment for residents and crisis line callers.
- Provides information to residents on resources available and refers clients to community other services and resources available.
- Monitors and ensures the safety and comfort of residents and the security of the facility.
- Facilitates resolution of conflicts between residents.
- Provides emotional support, encouragement, goal setting, safety planning and problem-solving support to residents.
- Provides accompaniment for women requesting advocacy services.
- Maintains current knowledge of issues and resources related to abuse and violence.
- Maintains case notes, resident records, documents, forms and statistical information.
- Provides administrative support as necessary, including record keeping recording and reporting statistics and pertinent data.
- Ensures completion of housekeeping services such as laundry, cleaning, grocery shopping and maintaining supplies; orders supplies/groceries.
- Performs other duties as directed and appropriate
- Attends all relevant meetings and training as directed
Skills and Knowledge:
- Excellent understanding of violence against women issues both within dominant and non-dominant cultures
- Solid understanding of the role of an advocate as well as how to be an effective advocate
- Demonstrated ability to provide individual and/or group support to assist women and their children in understanding and coping with the effects of abusive cycles and family violence
- Demonstrated ability to provide crisis intervention and support for children and youth
- Comprehensive understanding of social services and resources in the Fraser Valley and how to access them
- Demonstrated ability to provide crisis intervention, safety planning and support for women
- Strong knowledge and experience of providing services to women in an integrated and multi- agency service provider team environment
- Demonstrated ability to work with diverse clientele, and cultural competency
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Strong listening skills, written and oral communication skills including public speaking skills required
- Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate information to others (cross-over and log book communications are examples)
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Office 365, Excel, Online applications, online resource
- Keep current on:
- Women’s issues, specifically violence against women and children
- Issues relating to women who may face additional barriers, including race, culture or ethnicity, sexual orientation, economic status and ability
- Legal issues, housing options, government and immigrant services
Competencies:
- Work efficiently and with minimal supervision
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative and to work independently
- Commitment to a coordinated team-based approach
- Ability to network and interact well with other service providers, internal and external team members
- Energetic, positive, optimistic, and pragmatic
- Demonstrated commitment to building and sustaining a healthy workplace
- Excellent inter-personal and communication skills.
- Able to provide non-judgmental support to both clients and colleagues
- Ability to be adaptive to different situations
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Ability to handle competing priorities and objectives
- Physical competency: cleaning rooms, packing up belongings, carrying groceries, sorting donations, able to lift up to 20 kilos.
Qualifications:
Education and Knowledge
Training and Experience
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A clear Criminal Record Check for Vulnerable Populations
Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence and clean driver’s abstract
Environment/Working Conditions
- This position is required to work in a moderate to highly stressful environment often dealing with clients in crisis situations
- Sometimes exposed to moderately undesirable working conditions in the form of unpleasant dealings with upset, angry or demanding clients.
- Moderate level of concentration to monitor house dynamics, security and safety issues required.
- Ability to work with and deal with interruptions and often chaotic environment.
- Support often related to trauma, physical and/or emotional abuse, and/or drug and alcohol abuse.
- Managing emergency situations is an ongoing expectation of this position
- May be exposed to weather, hazards and risks associated with driving and/or transporting clients.
- Access to reliable vehicle and ability to carry Business Insurance
Submit cover letter and resume
Human.Resources@saraforwomen.ca
Subject: TH Support Casual Worker
SARA promotes the principles of anti-oppression, diversity and inclusion. We strive to represent the diverse communities that we serve. Individuals from First Nations, diverse ethno cultural origins, religions, abilities and sexual orientations are encouraged to apply.
While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone inquiries please.
Position Title: STV Counsellor
Program: Counsellor for Housing Programs
Position End Date: March 31, 2023
Position location: Abbotsford and Mission
Reports to: Manager of Counselling
Hours of work: 35 hours
Posting Date: April 12, 2022
Closing Date: April 22, 2022 5 pm
This position requires UNION MEMBERSHIP
Internal / External Job Posting
Compensation will be in accordance with Appendix A of the BCGEU Collective Agreement.
Classification: Stopping the Violence Counsellor Grid Level: 14 Paraprofessional
The STV Counsellor provides one-on-one counselling and group programming for women experiencing relationship violence and/or childhood trauma and abuse.
All staff and volunteers of SARA demonstrate a commitment to the mandate, vision, values and philosophy of the SARA for Women Society.
Reports to: Manager of Counselling
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provides individual and group-based psycho-educational counselling for adult women survivors of childhood trauma and abuse and/or relationship violence
- Maintains accurate up-to-date records, including documentation of all client contacts, case notes and referral records and case consultation notes
- Assists the Manager of Counselling to manage and develop the program, including but not limited to managing the waitlist, collecting and reporting monthly statistics
- Attends and actively participates in team meetings, team building and development activities
- Provides support and information to clients to develop and strengthen their support and social network beyond the counselling relationship
- Consults, networks and liaises with community agencies and professionals to maintain up-to-date information on available resources, and to maintain positive community relations and build mutually beneficial partnerships
Skills and Knowledge
- Understanding of and working knowledge of the Family Law Act 2013
- Excellent understanding of violence against women’s issues both within dominant and non-dominant cultures
- Strong understanding and commitment to SARA for Women’s Mission, Vision and Values
- Firm commitment to working from a feminist perspective, providing women-centred, trauma-informed and client-centred approach and a pro-choice stance
- Comprehensive understanding of social services and resources in the Fraser Valley and how to access them
- Strong listening skills, written and oral communication skills including public speaking skills required
- Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate information to others (i.e. case notes, reports and statistics)
- Demonstrated ability to provide crisis intervention and support for women
- Demonstrated ability to support women through their journey toward healing and independence, by providing individual and group counselling and referrals as needed
- Strong knowledge and experience in providing service to women in an integrated case management team environment
- Demonstrated ability to work with diverse clientele, and cultural competency
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Office 365, Excel, Online applications, online resource/research skills
Competencies
- Solid and demonstrable work ethic and the ability to work efficiently and with minimal supervision
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative and to work independently
- Commitment to a coordinated team-based approach
- Ability to network and interact well with other service providers, internal and external team members
- Energetic, positive, optimistic, and pragmatic
- Demonstrated commitment to building and sustaining a healthy workplace
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Able to provide non-judgmental support to both clients and colleagues
- Ability to be adaptive to different situations
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Ability to handle competing priorities and objectives
- Psychological competency as this position may be required to work with clients in crisis
| Qualifications
Education and Knowledge
Training and Experience
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| A clear Criminal Record Check for Vulnerable Populations |
Submit cover letter and resume to: Human.Resources@saraforwomen.ca
Subject: STV COUNSELLOR
SARA promotes the principles of anti-oppression, diversity and inclusion. We strive to represent
the diverse communities that we serve. Individuals from First Nations, diverse ethnocultural
origins, religions, abilities and sexual orientations are encouraged to apply.
While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be
contacted. No telephone inquiries please.