JOB POSTING
Regional Educator, Haida Gwaii
20 Hours per week (Part-Time)
Wage: $27.32 to $31.54
The British Columbia Schizophrenia Society has a vision where those affected by schizophrenia and psychosis receive excellent treatment and services and are accepted and included in their communities. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for those affected by schizophrenia and psychosis through education, support, public policy, and research. Founded in 1982, BCSS is a charitable society with a head office in Vancouver, BC.
Summary
The Regional Educator works within a multi-person team, which includes Bulkley Valley and the North Coast Region, and reports to the Northwest Regional Manager. This position provides non-clinical emotional, educational and informational support to families and friends with a loved one who has a serious mental illness in the Haida Gwaii region. The Regional Educator will also educate and promote BCSS throughout the community via public presentations, workshops, and BCSS programming, and act as a liaison between families and the mental health system. This is a remote, work-from-home position, with regular travel required throughout the Haida Gwaii region to deliver programs and build community connections.
Responsibilities
- Help families understand and navigate systems and community resources (mental health/hospital system, criminal justice/forensic system, housing, finances, etc.)
- Promote, coordinate, and facilitate Family Support Groups (FSG) in the region
- Promote, coordinate and deliver Strengthening Families Together (SFT) education programs in the region
- Promote, coordinate, and deliver public education services via Partnership Education Presentations (PEP), public presentations, workshops, etc.
- Network with local mental health/community resources to obtain and/or provide information
- Attend collaborative table meetings with partner organizations in consultation with the Regional Manager
- Consult with the Regional Manager to ensure services are provided within the budget
- Meet with the Regional Manager as often as deemed necessary
- Attend regional team meetings, quarterly BCSS all-staff meetings, liaise with and support BCSS Regional Educators in other regions
- Provide virtual coverage across the region or other regions across the province when additional support is required
- Provide content for BCSS's newsletters, website, and social media channels when applicable
- Facilitate programs and services virtually via Zoom or Microsoft Teams as required
- Track and record program activities, participant interactions, and service delivery using the BCSS database system in accordance with organizational and funder reporting requirements
- Provide support to families within BCSS's defined scope of practice and service boundaries
- Document and report incidents, concerns, or complex participant situations to the Regional Manager in a timely manner and in accordance with BCSS's incident reporting procedures
- Submit expenses in accordance with BCSS's expense reporting procedures and timelines
- Coordinate program and event scheduling with the Regional Manager and submit to the provincial programming calendar
- Other duties assigned by the Regional Manager
Education and Experience
- Post-secondary education in a social services discipline, or degree equivalent
- Experience with delivering programs, teaching/facilitating education workshops and support groups
- Experience in working with families, community services work, and understanding of trauma-informed practice
- Knowledge and experience in maintaining stats and report writing
- Knowledge of the BC mental health system (including the Mental Health Act) and the importance of building positive working relationships within systems
- Experience in a community/outreach capacity in the Haida Gwaii area
- Availability during daytime hours, with some evening work
- A secure and quiet space in your home for an office with a desk for office equipment
Requirements:
- Valid BC Driver's license and reliable vehicle
- Current criminal record check – One will be completed by BCSS
Core Competencies
- Ability to work independently, setting realistic goals and strategies for implementation
- Ability to work within a team
- Ability to work in a community/outreach capacity
- Ability to travel throughout the Haida Gwaii region as needed
- Demonstration of cultural and spiritual sensitivity
- Knowledge of the importance of anti-psychotic medications
- Knowledge of the importance of family members being part of the care team
- Competent in computer programs; Microsoft Office, Teams, SharePoint and Zoom, with experience using Excel, and customer relationship management (CRM) systems an asset
Compensation and Benefits:
Wage band: $27.32 to $31.54
BCSS Employees Enjoy:
- 4 weeks of paid vacation to start
- Generous paid sick time
- Professional development and job-related training opportunities
- Defined benefit pension plan (Municipal Pension Plan) for eligible employees
- Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees (extended health benefits are currently available to employees working 30+ hours per week)
- Work/life balance
- Reimbursement for reasonable work-related expenses, including mileage and parking for work-related travel
To Apply:
Please send a cover letter and resume together in a PDF.
Attention: Francis Racy
