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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:
37.5 Hours (Full Time)
End date of March 31, 2026, with the possibility of Extension
Annual Salary Range - $57,000-$62,000
A key fund development role within BCSS, the Development Officer contributes significantly to the growth and sustainability of the development portfolio. This role is responsible for donor relations, administration of the donor database, flawless documentation of charitable gifts, donation reports and donor stewardship. The Development Officer also assists with the execution of the annual fundraising plan in the areas of community fundraising, grant support, digital fundraising, peer-to-peer, and corporate initiatives. This position promises ample opportunities for professional growth as a fundraising professional through significant contributions to charitable initiatives.
This role reports to the Director of Development.
This is a primarily remote position, requiring weekly visits to the provincial office in Vancouver for donation processing, banking and administrative tasks, as well as attendance at special events and meetings.Responsibilities:
DONOR RELATIONS MANAGEMENT (60%)
- Acts as the society’s DonorPerfect database administrator entering all donations, gift information, and donor information
- Maintains detailed records of all donations, pledges, donor contact information, donor interactions, donor attributes, recognition and communication preferences
- Generates charitable tax receipts and/or business receipts required per BCSS policies and procedures while adhering to Canada Revenue Agency guidelines
- Performs database maintenance, including regular check-ups and duplicate management
- Produces reports, donor lists, or other data generated from the database
- Creates online donation templates and processes online donations
- Performs donor stewardship activities, ensuring gift recognition and stewardship policies and procedures are followed
- Performs stewardship tasks including thank you emails and calls, email and mail welcomes, personalized event invites, donor surveys and impact reports
- Receives and responds to donor inquiries by phone and email in a professional and friendly manner.
- Prepares and completes weekly bank deposits
- Assists with monthly financial reconciliation and annual audit
- Performs related duties, such as word processing, maintaining donation record filing systems, faxing, scanning, and photocopying
- Assists with and attends the Donor Appreciation Event
FUNDRAISING (40%)
- Leads the third-party (community) fundraising program, responding to inquiries, organizing BCSS involvement and assisting with marketing initiatives
- Researches grant opportunities and maintains a grant pipeline
- Assists with grant writing and applications
- Provides support with individual and corporate donor prospecting
- Provides support with digital and peer-to-peer fundraising, raffles and in-memory donations
- Assists with annual appeals and campaigns
- Any other duties as assigned
- Provides support to the Director of Development as required
Education and experience:
- Minimum post-secondary diploma required in fundraising, communications, marketing, public relations, or a related field.
- Two years of fundraising experience in a not-for-profit setting
- Knowledge of non-profit organizations and fundraising strategy
- Experience with donor CRM platforms (preferably DonorPerfect) and/or have the ability to become adept at using the DonorPerfect donor and membership management system
- Understanding of and experience with CRA receipting guidelines
Core competencies:
- Comfortable with software such as Microsoft 365, Teams, Monday.com, Constant Contact, DonorPerfect (or other donor database systems)
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Strong interpersonal, networking and relationship-building skills
- Work collaboratively with a team and independently lead projects
- Excellent problem-solving skills, time-management, organization, and critical thinking; attention to detail is imperative
- The ability to take initiative and work on several projects concurrently
Compensation and benefits:
- $57,000 to $62,000 per year
- 4 weeks paid vacation to start
- A comprehensive benefits package, including extended health care and Municipal Pension Plan (MPP) for employees working 20 or more hours per week after 3 months of employment
To apply:
To Apply: Please send a cover letter and resume together in a PDF.
Attention: Marsha MacMurchy, Director of Development
Email: development@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, do not hesitate to get in touch with us so we can best support you.
Open until the position is filled.
Open until the position is filled.
We thank all applicants for taking the time to apply for this role. However, BCSS will only be contacting those selected for an interview. -
Position overview:
Northwest Regional Manager
24 Hours per week
Wage Range: $31 - $42 per hour
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. BCSS was founded in 1982, and is a charitable society with a provincial office located in Vancouver, BC.
Job Type: Part-time (24 hours per week) until March 31, 2026, with possibility of extensionResponsibilities:
The Northwest Regional Manager is responsible for the oversight of the Northwest Region Team and for the delivery of programs and services in the region. The manager is responsible for helping build and maintain professional relationships within the region, to enhance partnerships with family organizations and other stakeholders, and increase family support, education, research and advocacy in the northwest region. The manager is also responsible for creating quarterly reports, inputting stats, overseeing the region’s budget, and attending monthly manager meetings.
Position reports to: Director, Operations and Programs
Education and experience:
- 2-4 years in a relevant management position or supervising a team
- A degree in Social Services or a related field is preferred
- 2-4 years of experience delivering mental health programs
- Experience teaching/facilitating and working with families
- Experience with contract management and managing budgets
- Knowledge and experience in writing reports and financial management
- Knowledge of trauma-informed practice
- Understanding the role of families in the BC mental health system
- Knowledge of the importance of building positive working relationships within systems
- Ability to work in a community/outreach capacity in the northwest region, including First Nations government, Metis organizations, and Friendship Centers
- Demonstration of cultural and spiritual sensitivity
- Knowledge of the importance of anti-psychotic medications in helping to treat serious mental illness
- Knowledge of the importance of family members being an integral part of the care team
- Experience with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, and Zoom
- Current vulnerable sector Criminal Record Check
- Valid BC Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle
- Must be able to work typical business hours – working some evenings and weekends may be required
Core competencies:
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish rapport with staff, volunteers, and families
- Strong initiative skills
- Ability to work with diverse populations with sensitivity and awareness of different needs
- Excellent administrative and organizational skills
- Demonstrated critical thinking/problem solving skills
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Compensation and benefits:
- $31 – 42 per hour
- 4 weeks paid vacation to start
- Generous paid sick time
- A comprehensive benefits package, which includes the Municipal Pension Plan (MPP) for employees working 20 or more hours per week
- Flexible work schedule and possibility to work from home.
To apply:
Please send a cover letter and resume in a PDF
Attention: Andrew Stewart
Email: operations@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:
Omineca Lakes Regional Educator
20 Hours per week (Part-Time)
Wage: $26.78 to start
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:
- $26.78 to start
- 4 weeks of paid vacation to start
- Generous paid sick time
- A comprehensive benefits package, which includes the Municipal Pension Plan (MPP)
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:
15 Hours per week (Part-Time)
Wage Range: $26.78 – $30.90 per hour
The educator within the Fort St. John region is required to work individually and as part of a multi-person team, to service the families in the region, reporting to the BCSS Northeast Regional Manager.
Responsibilities:
The tasks of the educator include the following:
- Provides resources and 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.
- Organizes and facilitates family support group meetings, education programs for families, and public education to eliminate stigma.
Education and experience:
- Post-secondary education in a relevant discipline, degree equivalent or relevant experience
- Experience with delivering programs, teaching/facilitating, working with families
- Experience in community services work
- Knowledge and experience in writing reports, and trauma informed practice
- Knowledge of BC mental health system and importance of building positive working relationships within systems
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
- 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, Zoom and Dropbox
Requirements
- Availability on evenings or weekends when necessary
- A secure space in your home for an office with a desk for office equipment
- Valid BC Driver’s license and reliable vehicle
- Current criminal record check
Compensation and benefits:
- $26.78 – $30.90 per hour
- 4 weeks paid vacation to start
- Generous paid sick time
- A comprehensive benefits package, which includes the Municipal Pension Plan (MPP) for employees working 20 or more hours per week
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:
Cariboo-Chilcotin Regional Educator
20 Hours per week (Part-Time)
Wage Range: $26.78 – $31.00 per hour
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 essential partners 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. BCSS was founded in 1982 and is a non-profit organization with its provincial office located in Vancouver, BC.Responsibilities:
Works with a multi-person team within the Interior Health region and reports to the BCSS Interior Regional Manager. Provides information and resources for family members with a loved one dealing with serious mental illness. Acts as a liaison between families and the mental health system. Organizes workshops and education programs for families and the public, including Aboriginal communities.
Education and experience:
- Post-secondary education in a relevant discipline or degree equivalent
- Experience with delivering programs, teaching/facilitating, working with families
- Experience in outreach work
- Valid BC Driver’s license and reliable vehicle
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A current criminal record check
Core competencies:
- Knowledge and experience in writing reports and trauma-informed practice
- Knowledge of BC mental health system and the importance of building positive working relationships within systems
- Ability to work within a team and show leadership amongst your peers
- Ability to work in a community/outreach capacity in the Cariboo area, including First Nations bands, Metis organizations, and Friendship centers
- Demonstration of cultural and spiritual sensitivity
- Knowledge of the importance of antipsychotic medications
- Knowledge of the importance of family members being part of the care team
- Competent in computer programs; internet, monthly reporting, Microsoft Teams
Compensation and benefits:
20 Hours per week (Part-Time)
Wage Range: $26.78 – $31.00 per hour
- 4 weeks of paid vacation to start
- Generous paid sick time
- A comprehensive benefits package, which includes the Municipal Pension Plan (MPP)
To apply:
Please send a cover letter and resume in a PDF
Attention: Bonnie Spence-Vinge
Email: intmanager@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.
