YOUTH SERVICES NAVIGATOR

full time position - 35 hours/week, including evening hours.

Purpose:

The Navigator role is a unique position designed to enhance existing relationships between service providers while establishing effective methods for gathering statistics and reporting on the health, wellness, and needs of community youth. Collaborating closely with the Alex House Youth & Family team and under the general direction of the Manager, Youth Services Navigator (YSN) will be responsible for developing and implementing the integrated youth services project.
The YSN will provide a culturally sensitive approach to providing education, support, and guidance to youth and their families while connecting them to community resources, providing wrap-around support during the transition process.

The YSN will take a trauma informed, anti-oppressive, and strengths-based approach to bridging the gap between services for youth in South Surrey/White Rock. The YSN will engage with youth and their families to reduce barriers to accessing services and programs that contribute to a youth’s overall mental health challenges to develop individual wellness plans.

As a leadership role, in the context of the neighbourhood house work, the YSN will take a lead role engaging local community organizations to work collaboratively in order to streamline access for youth to services and supports. The YSN will, in consultation with, Y&F Manager and/or Y&F Program Director establish policies and procedures regarding participant involvement, program requirements and outcome measurements.

Program Management and Coordination

• Ensure program objectives and outcomes are monitored and met.

• Prepare program reports, gather statistics, and maintain relevant documentation and systems.

• Communicate and promote program information both internally and externally, develop promotional materials as needed, and regularly update these materials, including through social media and websites.

• Build and maintain effective relationships with all program stakeholders, including the Alex House Youth & Family team, Vine Youth Clinic, Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) including Child and Youth Mental Health, the School District including Triage, and other community partners.

• Develop and submit funding proposals for the programs and identify new funding opportunities, in consultation with the Youth & Family Manager and/or Youth & Family Program Director.

Community Development

• Apply a decolonized perspective when working with the community, fostering a broader understanding of the impacts of colonization.

• Collaborate with community partners to identify and address gaps in services for youth and their families, including mental health and substance use services, housing, food, education, employment, and other life skills services.

• Advocate for youth in broader community meetings.

• Deliver educational programs to the community to reduce barriers and stigma, and to build understanding.

• Design and develop prevention and intervention programs in collaboration with other Alex House managers to meet community needs.

• Represent Alex House on committees and advocacy groups related to program areas.

• Actively engage the community in developing responsive programming and participate in decision-making about community needs.

• Conduct social research as needed.

Job Details:

Organizational Responsibility: Reports to Manager, Youth & Family Team, and collaborates with Youth & Family Programs, as well as with other Alex House team members.

Supervisory Responsibility: This position may supervise volunteers and/or practicum students.

Full Time –$26.68-29.56/hr - depending on experience, 35 hours/week, including evening hours.

Start Date: Successful candidate is expected to start as soon as possible

Open until position is filled

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Client Services

• Support youth and their families in understanding and accessing available community services, supports, and resources promptly.

• Identify service gaps and collaborate with youth, families, your team, and community partners to creatively address these gaps.

• Assist youth in accessing the Vine Youth Clinic.

• Conduct community outreach to raise awareness of programs and services.

• Gather statistics on the health, wellness, and needs of community youth.

• Provide one-on-one support, case management, group work (with youth and/or families/caregivers), community outreach/networking, and brief counseling support.

• Coordinate triage and support referred clients in accessing interim services.

• Collaborate with youth to assess individual needs, identify strengths and barriers, and create plans to address their needs.

• Offer culturally appropriate support to youth and their families in navigating mental health and substance use resources locally and within Metro Vancouver.

• Oversee intake criteria and referral processes in consultation with the Youth & Family Manager, serving as the point of contact for youth and their families navigating complex systems.

• Screen intakes, including referrals to crisis supports, when required.

• Provide interim brief services and case management support, including coordinating case conferences with youth and their families.

• Advocate for youth and their families as needed.

Key Qualifications

• Experience working with youth and families facing mental health and substance use challenges, and providing group and one-on-one support for marginalized youth.

• Deep understanding of Cultural Safety and Cultural Humility, and the ability to approach work through a decolonized lens.

• MSW or MA in a related field such as social work, substance use counseling, or youth work (or equivalent combination of education and experience). Minimum of RN, BSW, or BA with demonstrated experience and training in delivering crisis services.

• Experience in counseling youth and/or families with relevant training.

• At least 2 years of experience in a leadership or coordination role.
  
  
  

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All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply by email with subject line:

Please submit Cover Letter and Resume to:

     hgeorge@alexhouse.net

Association of Neighbourhood Houses of BC (ANHBC) is an equal opportunity employer.  We place a high value on diversity and encourage qualified individuals from all backgrounds and identities to consider applying for the position. Our total compensation and benefits package reflects our commitment to our staff and their family.   

For more information about Alex House visit www.alexhouse.net

 We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those reflecting the diversity of the community we serve. 

No phone calls please. We thank and acknowledge all applicants and will proactively contact those selected for interviews.

Janitorial

Full -Time Position &

Part-Time Position

The successful candidate will demonstrate a proven record of working independently, superior communication skills, and be able to work effectively with team members, volunteers, program participants, and the general public. We are looking to fill multiple positions for our Alex House sites – all in South Surrey. 

Reporting to Building Services Manager in collaboration with the Manager, Retreat & Event Centre.

DUTIES

1.    Janitorial –

·      Weekday cleaning of childcare and program spaces.

·      Replenish paper/cleaning supplies in all buildings, as needed.

·      As assigned – evening cleaning of childcare and program spaces.

·      Site cleanliness incl. cleaning of outdoor garbage containers.

2.    Maintenance –

·      General maintenance over weekday incl. plugged toilets/sink, flooding, breakers etc. and/or call external service provider when unable to remedy. Non-urgent issues will be referred to Building Services Manager.

·      Vacation coverage and some on-call for statutory holidays  

Job Details:

Terms of Employment:    

Full Time – 35 hours, varying shifts available incl. weekday/early evening hours, and possibly weekends.

Part Time – 17.50 hours minimum, varying shifts available incl. weekday/early evening hours, and possibly weekends.

Hiring Range – ANHBC Salary Grid Band OF2 - $19.76 – 21.90 per hour hiring range, up to $24.28 with annual incremental increases. Regular F/T and P/T roles include a comprehensive benefits package, including vacation/sick leave, extended health, and pension eligibility.

Start Date: Successful candidate is expected to start as soon as possible

Position will remain open until successful candidate is found.

 

Qualifications

·      Minimum 3 years building services work

·      Related training/certification incl. WHIMIS, Occupational First Aid

·      Driver’s License required – Class IV

·      Excellent verbal and written communications skills in English

·      Team and customer oriented; demonstrated interpersonal skills

·      Strong organizational skills; ability to manage changing priorities

·      Clear vulnerable sector criminal record check

Alex House maintains up-to-date, written protocols to ensure compliance with current provincial and Fraser Health authority regulations and guidelines pertaining to health and safety measures.  

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All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply by email to

Start as soon as possible

Please submit resume to

     buildingservices@alexhouse.net and rentals@alexhouse.net

Association of Neighbourhood Houses of BC (ANHBC) is an equal opportunity employer.  We place a high value on diversity and encourage qualified individuals from all backgrounds and identities to consider applying for the position. Our total compensation and benefits package reflects our commitment to our staff and their family.  

For more information about Alex House visit www.alexhouse.net and ANHBC, visit www.anhbc.org. ANHBC Member Houses: Alex NH, Cedar Cottage NH, Frog Hollow NH, Gordon NH, Kitsilano NH, Marpole NH, Mount Pleasant NH, South Vancouver NH and Sasamat Outdoor Center.

We thank and acknowledge all applicants and will proactively contact those selected for interviews.

Infant and Toddler Early Childhood Educator

Permanent Full-Time (40 hours/week)

Alex House is looking for a caring, mindful, passionate, and collaborative individual for the role of Infant and Toddler Early Childhood Educator. Our team is collaborative and inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach to learning alongside the First Peoples Principles of Learning and the BC Early Learning Framework. At Alex House we look at coupling the principles from these approaches to learn through the delight in children, understand the value of play, their vision, knowledge, skills and have a strong commitment to families. Alex House, as a neighbourhood house, takes an assets-based approach to working in community, understanding the potential of each individual to contribute to the wellness of our shared community, regardless of what brings them through our doors for the very first time. Alex House is deeply committed to decolonizing our approach, looking at all of our work through a decolonizing lens. 

Key Duties and REsponsibilities:

Our Infant and Toddler Early Childhood Educator will work collaborately with a team of Early Childhood Educators to plan, develop and deliver daily activities, that support and promote the health and development of children 0-3 years of age, using the Reggio Emilia approach to learning alongside the BC Early Learning Framework. Other responsibilities include developing strong relationships and communication with children, families and colleagues, and implementing high standards of care and supervision that promote the well-being of all children. And other related duties as required. 

Salary: $23.10 - 26.51 (plus $6 WE depending on qualifications); ANHBC Band C2-C3

Start Date: As soon as possible

Position will remain open until successful candidtae is found.

 

Qualifications Required:

• Experience working in a licensed childcare setting an asset 

• Infant and Toddler ECE (or in school to complete Infant and Toddler) and First Aid certificate 

• Understanding and/or willingness to learn the Reggio Emilia approach to learning the First Peoples Principles of Learning and the BC Early Learning Framework 

• Understand, support and implement Decolonization, Inclusion and Diversity strategic plans for Alex House 

• Experience and working knowledge of creating a care plan is an asset. 

• Strength in creating and maintaining a supportive and collaborative partnership with families 

• Creativity, flexibility, initiative, enthusiasm and sense of humor 

• Passion for on-going professional growth and development 

• Ability to work in a multicultural and inclusive environment 

• Strong planning, organizational, leadership and communication skills 

• Proven sound judgement, ethical decision making, ability to stay calm under pressure and appropriate personal and professional boundaries 

• In a non-profit community-based organization, have the ability to work in a multicultural and inclusive environment 

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All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply by email with subject line Infant and Toddler Position to Stacey Taylor, Manager, Childcare staylor@alexhouse.net

The Association of Neighbourhood Houses of BC is an equal opportunity employer. We place a high value on diversity and encourage qualified individuals from all backgrounds and identities to consider applying for the position. Our total compensation and benefits package reflects our commitment to our team and their family. 

We thank and acknowledge all applicants, and will proactively contact those selected for interviews. No phone calls please. 

School Age Educator

regular part-Time (25 hours/week), full day shifts on pro-d day and school breaks-with potential of additional hours 

Alex House is looking for a caring, mindful, passionate, and collaborative individual for the role of School Age Educator. Our team is collaborative and inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach to learning alongside the First Peoples Principles of Learning and the BC Early Learning Framework. At Alex House we look at coupling the principles from these approaches to learn through the delight in children, understand the value of play, their vision, knowledge, skills and have a strong commitment to families. Alex House, as a neighbourhood house, takes an assets-based approach to working in community, understanding the potential of each individual to contribute to the wellness of our shared community, regardless of what brings them through our doors for the very first time. Alex House is deeply committed to decolonizing our approach, looking at all of our work through a decolonizing lens. 

Key Duties and REsponsibilities:

Our School Age Educator will work to collaborate with a team of School Age and/or Early Childhood Educators to plan, develop and deliver daily activities, that support and promote the health and development of children 4.5-12 years of age, using the Reggio Emilia approach to learning alongside the BC Early Learning Framework. Other responsibilities include developing strong relationships and communication with children, families and colleagues, and implementing high standards of care and supervision that promote the well-being of all children. School Age Programs are provided at a variety of locations such as childcare facilities, schools and community centres, generally before and after school hours (7:30-9:00 and 2:00 – 5:30 PM) and extended programming will be required for any school closure days. Additional hours maybe available in child care programs. And other related duties as required. 

Salary: $23.57 - $25.25; ANHBC Band C1-C2

Start Date: As soon as possible

Position will remain open until successful candidtae is found.

 

Qualifications Required:

• At least 19 years of age 

• ECE an asset. Or a successful completion of one or more courses, of at least 20 hours duration in child development, guidance, health and safety or nutrition 

• First Aid certificate 

• Experience working with children (5 – 12 years of age) including those with special needs and their parents/guardians 

• Understanding and/or willingness to learn and implement the Reggio Emilia approach to learning 

• Strength in creating and maintaining a supportive and collaborative partnership with families 

• Creativity, flexibility, initiative, enthusiasm and sense of humor 

• Passion for on-going professional growth and development 

• Planning, organizational, and communication skills 

• Proven sound judgement, ethical decision making, ability to stay calm under pressure and appropriate personal and professional boundaries 

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All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply by email with subject line School Age Educator Position to Stacey Taylor, Manager, Childcare staylor@alexhouse.net

The Association of Neighbourhood Houses of BC is an equal opportunity employer. We place a high value on diversity and encourage qualified individuals from all backgrounds and identities to consider applying for the position. Our total compensation and benefits package reflects our commitment to our team and their family. 

We thank and acknowledge all applicants, and will proactively contact those selected for interviews. No phone calls please. 

Early Childhood Educator

Permanent Full-Time (40 hours/week)

Alex House is looking for a caring, mindful, passionate, and collaborative individual for the role of Early Childhood Educator. Our team is collaborative and inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach to learning alongside the First Peoples Principles of Learning and the BC Early Learning Framework. At Alex House we look at coupling the principles from these approaches to learn through the delight in children, understand the value of play, their vision, knowledge, skills and have a strong commitment to families. Alex House, as a neighbourhood house, takes an assets-based approach to working in community, understanding the potential of each individual to contribute to the wellness of our shared community, regardless of what brings them through our doors for the very first time. Alex House is deeply committed to decolonizing our approach, looking at all of our work through a decolonizing lens. 

Key Duties and REsponsibilities:

Our Early Childhood Educator will work to collaborate with a team of Early Childhood Educators to plan, develop and deliver daily activities, that support and promote the health and development of children 0-12 years of age, using the Reggio Emilia approach to learning alongside the BC Early Learning Framework. Other responsibilities include developing strong relationships and communication with children, families and colleagues, and implementing high standards of care and supervision that promote the well-being of all children. And other related duties as required. 

Salary: $22.00 - $25.25 (plus $6 WE depending on qualifications); ANHBC Band C2-C3

Start Date: As soon as possible

Position will remain open until successful candidtae is found.

 

Qualifications Required:

• Experience working in a licensed childcare setting an asset 

• Early Childhood Education Certificate and First Aid certificate 

• Understanding and/or willingness to learn the Reggio Emilia approach to learning the First Peoples Principles of Learning and the BC Early Learning Framework 

• Understand, support and implement Decolonization, Inclusion and Diversity strategic plans for Alex House 

• Experience and working knowledge of creating a care plan is an asset. 

• Strength in creating and maintaining a supportive and collaborative partnership with families 

• Creativity, flexibility, initiative, enthusiasm and sense of humor 

• Passion for on-going professional growth and development 

• Ability to work in a multicultural and inclusive environment 

• Strong planning, organizational, leadership and communication skills 

• Proven sound judgement, ethical decision making, ability to stay calm under pressure and appropriate personal and professional boundaries 

• In a non-profit community-based organization, have the ability to work in a multicultural and inclusive environment 

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All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply by email with subject line Early Childhood Educator Position to Stacey Taylor, Manager, Childcare staylor@alexhouse.net

The Association of Neighbourhood Houses of BC is an equal opportunity employer. We place a high value on diversity and encourage qualified individuals from all backgrounds and identities to consider applying for the position. Our total compensation and benefits package reflects our commitment to our team and their family. 

We thank and acknowledge all applicants, and will proactively contact those selected for interviews. No phone calls please. 

Program Lead - School Age Educator

regular, part-time, 25-hour position plus 4hrs additional/week for administrative duties-full day shifts on pro-d day and school breaks-with potential of additional hours 

Alex House is looking for a caring, mindful, passionate, and collaborative individual for the role of Program Lead - School Age Educator. Our team is collaborative and inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach to learning alongside the First Peoples Principles of Learning and the BC Early Learning Framework. At Alex House we look at coupling the principles from these approaches to learn through the delight in children, understand the value of play, their vision, knowledge, skills and have a strong commitment to families. Alex House, as a neighbourhood house, takes an assets-based approach to working in community, understanding the potential of each individual to contribute to the wellness of our shared community, regardless of what brings them through our doors for the very first time. Alex House is deeply committed to decolonizing our approach, looking at all of our work through a decolonizing lens. 

Key duties and Responsibilities:

 Working collaboratively and under the general direction of the Child Care Coordinator, the Child Care Managers and the Child Care Director, this position will take a collaborative role in leadership, mentoring/supervision and administration of the childcare programs. They will work collaboratively with a team of Early Childhood Educators, School Age Educators to plan, develop and deliver daily activities that support and promote the health and development of children 0-12 years of age, using the Reggio Emilia approach to learning alongside the First Peoples Principle of Learning and the BC Early Learning Framework. Other responsibilities include developing strong relationships and communication with children, families, community partners and colleagues, while implementing high standards of care and supervision that promote the safety and well-being of all children. This position is a “working on the floor” position and will oversee the site, including being the licensing person in charge. 

Salary: -$21.31-$24.03 (plus $6 WE with ECE License to practice); ANHBC Band C3

Start Date: As soon as possible

Position will remain open until successful candidate is found.

 

Qualifications Required:

• Experience working with children (0-12 years of age) including children who require additional support and their parents/guardians is an asset. 

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a supervisory/lead role is an asset 

• Understanding of the BC Child Care Regulations and BC Community Care Facilities Licensing Act. 

• Valid Early Childhood Educator or Early Childhood Educator Assistant License – Infant Toddler/Special Needs certification an asset 

• Understanding and/or willingness to learn the Reggio Emilia approach to learning the First Peoples Principles of Learning and the BC Early Learning Framework 

• Understand, support and implement Decolonization, Inclusion and Diversity strategic plans for Alex House 

• Strength in building and maintaining supportive and collaborative partnerships with families 

• Experience and working knowledge of creating a care plan is an asset. 

• Ability to effectively mentor staff ,volunteers and practicum students 

• Creativity, flexibility, initiative, enthusiasm and sense of humor 

• Appropriate personal and professional boundaries 

• Proven sound judgement, ethical decision making, ability to stay calm under pressure 

• Ability to work in a multicultural and inclusive environment 

• Passion for ongoing professional development and growth 

• Class 5 is mandatory and Class 4 driver’s license, or willing to obtain with in 4 months. 

• Use of personal vehicle, including some client transportation (AH mileage paid), business use insurance required. 

• First Aid Certificate 

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All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply by email with subject line School Age Educator - Program Lead to Stacey Taylor, Manager, Childcare staylor@alexhouse.net

The Association of Neighbourhood Houses of BC is an equal opportunity employer. We place a high value on diversity and encourage qualified individuals from all backgrounds and identities to consider applying for the position. Our total compensation and benefits package reflects our commitment to our team and their family. 

We thank and acknowledge all applicants, and will proactively contact those selected for interviews. No phone calls please.