Program Assistant

At S.U.C.C.E.S.S., you will be able to grow and develop alongside a diverse team of professionals and enjoy great benefits and perks. Experience what it is like to join a purpose-driven organization and make meaningful contributions to our community. Explore our amazing new opportunities.

Division: Settlement & Family Services

Program: Immigration Settlement & Integration Program (ISIP)

Employment Type: Temporary Full-Time

Employment Term: July 25, 2022 to March 31, 2023

Number of Position: 1

About the Position:

The Program Assistant is responsible for providing direct service delivery to students and clients. This position liaises between students, clients, staff and community stakeholders. The Program Assistant also helps to provide relevant settlement services to support their residency in Canada. 

Reports to: Regional Manager

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides needs assessments and referrals
• Delivers settlement and service information to clients
• Provides demonstrations and advices to clients on accessing settlement information and resources
• Addresses client needs through providing referrals to appropriate agency, community, and governmental resources
• Delivers translation and interpretation support to clients on accessing settlement services where appropriate
• Produces and disseminates settlement, community, and government service materials to clients
• Distributes governmental or other related settlement information to assist clients on completing forms
• Assists clients in applying to Language Assessment Centres
• Refers clients to other community, government, and language training services based on needs
• Supports the team in the delivery of program activities such as classes, workshops, orientations, and other group-based activities
• Assists with program-related accounting responsibilities such as creating purchase orders, and following up with vendors as necessary
• Other related duties as assigned by the Regional Manager 

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social or Human Sciences
• Experience in working with immigrants, newcomers, and refugees
• Experience with multicultural clientele and immigrant related services
• Experience in settlement services
• Knowledge of settlement information and resources
• Knowledge of the local geographic area

Job Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Additional languages are considered an asset
• Excellent interpersonal and intercultural communication skills
• Excellent technical skills in MS Office and web-based applications
• Excellent attention to detailed and confidential information
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
• Ability to work with individuals and communities facing cultural adjustment challenges

Other Requirements:

• Criminal Record Check Required
• Able to work evenings and weekends as required

About S.U.C.C.E.S.S.:

S.U.C.C.E.S.S. is a multicultural social services agency and registered charity located on the unceded Coast Salish lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations, S.U.C.C.E.S.S. has been helping Canadians and newcomers to achieve their full potential on their Canadian journey since 1973. We are one of the largest social service agencies in Canada, with offices in BC, Ontario and internationally/abroad. We offer programs and services in the areas of immigration, newcomer settlement, English-language training, employment and entrepreneurship, family, youth and seniors programming, health education, community development, affordable housing and seniors care.

S.U.C.C.ES.S. is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to building an inclusive environment that embraces diversity of thought, backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to the equitable treatment of all individuals and will continue to embed diversity and inclusion principles within our policies, procedures, services, and activities.

Interested candidates please apply by emailing your application including the following e-mail subject line “Program Assistant” by 11:59pm August 5, 2022 and submitting resumes to: [email protected]

While we appreciate all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.