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At BCSS, we are a community-driven by compassion, dedication, and a shared commitment to making a real difference in the lives of those affected by schizophrenia. If you’re looking for a career that is not only fulfilling but also has the power to transform lives, you’ve come to the right place.
Join our team and be part of an organization at the forefront of advocacy and support for families affected by serious mental illnesses. We are seeking passionate individuals who are eager to take on the challenge of combating the stigma surrounding schizophrenia.
Together, we can create a world where individuals affected by schizophrenia and other serious mental illnesses receive effective treatment and support, and family members are essential partners within the mental health system.
Apply today to make a positive impact, grow professionally, and be part of a team working to change lives for the better.
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Position overview:
Omineca Lakes Regional Educator
20 Hours per week (Part-Time)
Wage: $27.32 to $31.54
The British Columbia Schizophrenia Society (BCSS) has a vision where those affected by schizophrenia and other serious mental illness receive effective treatment and support, and family members are an essential partner within the mental health system. Our mission is to support families affected by schizophrenia and other serious mental illness in British Columbia through education, advocacy, and research. The society was founded in 1982, and is a charitable society with a provincial office located in Vancouver, BC.Responsibilities:
The Omineca Lakes Regional Educator is required to work individually and as part of a multi-person team within the Omineca Lakes region, serving families in Burns Lake, Fort St James, Vanderhoof and nearby communities to service the families in the region, reporting to the BCSS Northern Interior Regional Manager. The tasks of the educator are the following:
- Provides resources and one-on-one support for families who have a loved one dealing with schizophrenia or another serious mental illness.
- Acts as a liaison between families and the mental health system (hospitals and community mental health centres)
- Organizes and co-facilitates family support group meetings, education programs for families (BCSS SFT curriculum) and community education (universities, colleges, police, and other community agencies) and possibly other community engagement.
Education and experience:
- Post-secondary education in a relevant discipline, degree equivalent or relevant experience
- 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 BC mental health system(including the Mental Health Act) and importance of building positive working relationships within systems
- 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
- Valid BC Driver’s license and reliable vehicle
- A current criminal record check
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 Omineca Lakes region as needed
- Demonstration of cultural 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
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
- Work/life balance
To apply:
Please send a cover letter and resume in a PDF
Attention: Gail Rutledge, Northern Interior Regional Manager
Email: nimanager@bcss.org
BCSS values diverse experiences, ideas, cultures, and perspectives and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from members of all groups experiencing barriers to equity. If you require accessibility accommodations during any part of the application or hiring process, please contact operations@bcss.org so we can best support you.
Open until the position is filled.
Thank you for your interest in BCSS and for taking the time to apply. BCSS will contact those selected for an interview.
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Position overview:
Northeast Regional Educator
20 Hours per week (Part-Time)
Wage: $27.32 to $31.54
The Northeast Regional Educator will report to the Northeast Regional Manager. The Regional
Educator is responsible for non-clinical emotional, educational and informational support to
families and friends with a loved one who has a serious mental illness in the communities from
Fort St John to Dawson Creek, including Chetwynd and Tumbler Ridge. The Regional Educator
will also educate and promote BCSS throughout the community via public presentation,
workshops and BCSS programming.
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
for the Northeast
• Meet with the Regional Manager as often as deemed necessary with the manager
• Attend Northeast team meetings, quarterly BSCC all staff meetings, liaise with and
support BCSS Regional Educators in other regions
• Provide virtual coverage across the Northeast 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 ManagerEducation and experience:
- Post-secondary education in a relevant discipline, degree equivalent or relevant experience
- 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 BC mental health system (including the Mental Health Act) and the importance of building positive working relationships within systems
- 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
- Valid BC Driver’s license and reliable vehicle
- A current criminal record check
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 Northeast region as needed
- Demonstration of cultural 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
- Work/life balance
To apply:
Please send a cover letter and resume together in a PDF.
Attention: Steffi Thomas
Email: nemanager@bcss.org
BCSS values diverse experiences, ideas, cultures, and perspectives and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from members of all groups experiencing barriers to equity. If you require accessibility accommodations during any part of the application or hiring process, please contact operations@bcss.org so we can best support you.
Open until the position is filled.
Thank you for your interest in BCSS and for taking the time to apply. BCSS will contact those selected for an interview.
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Position overview:
Cowichan Valley Regional Educator
20 Hours per week (Part-Time)
Wage: $27.32 to $31.54
The Cowichan Valley Regional Educator will report to the Vancouver Island Regional Manager. The Regional Educator is responsible for non-clinical emotional, educational and informational support to families and friends with a loved one who has a serious mental illness in the communities from Malahat to Ladysmith including Mill Bay, Shawnigan Lake, Duncan, Crofton, Lake Cowichan, Youbou, Crofton, and Chemainus. The Regional Educator will also educate and promote BCSS throughout the community via public presentation, workshops and BCSS programming.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 for Vancouver Island
- Meet with the Regional Manager as often as deemed necessary with the manager
- Attend Vancouver Island team meetings, quarterly BSCC all staff meetings, liaise with and support BCSS Regional Educators in other regions
- Provide virtual coverage across Vancouver Island 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 relevant discipline, degree equivalent or relevant experience
- 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 BC mental health system (including the Mental Health Act) and the importance of building positive working relationships within systems
- 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
- Valid BC Driver’s license and reliable vehicle
- A current criminal record check
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 Cowichan Valley region as needed
- Demonstration of cultural 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: $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
- Work/life balance
To apply:
Please send a cover letter and resume in a PDF
Attention: Katie Nickerson, Vancouver Island Regional Manager
Email: vimanager@bcss.org
BCSS values diverse experiences, ideas, cultures, and perspectives and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from members of all groups experiencing barriers to equity. If you require accessibility accommodations during any part of the application or hiring process, please contact operations@bcss.org so we can best support you. Open until the position is filled.
Open until the position is filled.
Thank you for your interest in BCSS and for taking the time to apply. BCSS will contact those selected for an interview.
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Position overview:
Victoria Westshore Regional Educator
20 Hours per week (Part-Time)
Wage: $27.32 to $31.54
The Victoria (Westshore) Regional Educator will report to the Vancouver Island Regional Manager. The Regional Educator is responsible for non-clinical emotional, educational and informational support to families and friends with a loved one who has a serious mental illness in Greater Victoria, with a focus on Langford, Colwood, Highlands, Metchosin, Sooke, and Port Renfrew. The Regional Educator will also educate and promote BCSS throughout the community via public presentation, workshops and BCSS programming.
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 for Vancouver Island
- Meet with the Regional Manager as often as deemed necessary with the manager
- Attend Vancouver Island team meetings, quarterly BSCC all staff meetings, liaise with and support BCSS Regional Educators in other regions
- Provide virtual coverage across Vancouver Island 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 relevant discipline, degree equivalent or relevant experience
- 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 BC mental health system (including the Mental Health Act) and the importance of building positive working relationships within systems
- 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
- Valid BC Driver’s license and reliable vehicle
- A current criminal record check
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 Greater Victoria region as needed
- Demonstration of cultural 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: $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
- Work/life balance
To apply:
Please send a cover letter and resume in a PDF
Katie Nickerson, Vancouver Island Regional Manager
Email: vimanager@bcss.org
BCSS values diverse experiences, ideas, cultures, and perspectives and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from members of all groups experiencing barriers to equity. If you require accessibility accommodations during any part of the application or hiring process, please contact operations@bcss.org so we can best support you.
Open until the position is filled.
Thank you for your interest in BCSS and for taking the time to apply. BCSS will contact those selected for an interview.
Resources
Learn more about schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a severe and persistent mental illness that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves. It is classified as a psychotic disorder, meaning it involves a significant distortion of reality. More than 1% of the population has a schizophrenia-spectrum disorder.
