The Multicultural Outreach Community Worker must be proficient in English as well as Punjabi/Hindi/Urdu.  She will provide individual and/or group support and advocacy with immigrant, refugee, visible minority, no immigration status women and their children who are facing gender-based/ family violence.

Minimum Qualifications:    

• Relevant university Certificate in Social Work/Counselling, one-year relevant experience or a combination of education and experience.

 Other Qualifications:  

• Knowledge of dynamics of gender-based violence, and acculturation issues impacting immigrant, refugee and visible minority women and their children
• Experience in providing supportive counselling.
• Experience in organizing and conducting support groups.
• Experience in advocating on behalf of vulnerable populations.
• Ability to be empathetic and sensitive to socio-economic and ethno-cultural values.
• Effective cross-cultural communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Knowledge of other languages an asset
• Knowledge of relevant resources
• Ability to work effectively with other professionals in the community
• Proficient in using office equipment and software applications.

Requirement: Satisfactory Criminal Record Check

Hours:  14- 35 hours per week

Pay Range: $26.74 – $30.69- Grid Level 11 JJEP Grid. This position requires union membership.

Deadline for applications: Until filled.

Please reply in writing with a resume and cover letter to: Harjit at email: harjit@vlmfss.ca