Community Based Victim Assistance Program (VAP) Coordinator

Temporary, part-time position (18.5 hours per week) to the return of the incumbent, with the possibility of converting to a permanent position. The posting is based out of Daajing Giids, working with a small and mighty feminist, consensus-based community organization. Wage is $33.00 per hour with a generous staff wellness approach and benefits package.

Job Summary:

The VAP Coordinator works to lessen the impact of crime and trauma on victims and their families, thereby assisting in their recovery. The coordinator will strive to increase victim safety and reduce the risk of further victimization, and to increase victims' participation and sense of empowerment throughout their involvement in the criminal justice system. These services will be provided to all victims of all types of crime who may or may not have reported the crime to police or be involved with the criminal justice system. The program serves southern Haida Gwaii (Daajing Giids, HlGaagilda Skidegate, Tllal Tlell, and Kil Kun Sandspit).

TO APPLY

Please forward your cover letter, resume and references to Shani Sparrow at finance@islandswellness.com . If you have any questions, please email the above address.

Please note that IWS is currently hiring for two related part-time positions (Community Based Victim Assistance Program (VAP) Coordinator and Stop the Violence (STV) Outreach Worker). Preference will be given to qualified candidates interested in taking on both roles.