Victim Support Worker-Sexual Assault Services

INTERNAL POSTING

Victim Support Worker – Sexual Assault Services

• We are looking for a full-time, 35 hours/week Victim Support Worker  


• Expected Start Date: as soon as possible


• Days and Times of Work: Required days-Monday & Tuesday, flexible other days


• This position requires union membership with the Health Sciences Association of BC (HSABC)

Duties Include

• Provide trauma-informed and culturally safe victim support services to individuals who have experienced sexual assault


• Liaise with RCMP, Crown Counsel, Community Agencies


• Provide practical and emotional support as needed – this support may include:
  
  
  
  • facilitating access to medical care and forensic exams
  
  
  • accompaniment to appointments
  
  
  • safety planning
  
  
  • assistance with completion of CJS forms and documents
  
  
  • providing guidance and information about the criminal justice system
  
  
  • advocating for victim rights in the court process
  
  
  • servicing as a liaison and support with the criminal justice system
  
  
  • court preparation and accompaniment
  
  
  • information and referral
  
  
  • coordination of community responses
  
  
  
  


• Case management and coordination


• Other duties as required

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work well with people and provide support and advocacy


• Knowledge and understanding of the impact of sexual assault


• Clear understanding of and commitment to confidentiality


• Knowledge and understanding of issues pertaining to cultural diversity


• Understanding of philosophies of victim services


• Understanding of the Criminal Justice System


• Understanding of Restorative Justice and alternative measures


• Strong communication skills


• Ability to work well within the Agency as well as work co-operatively with community service providers


• Ability to work independently


• Ability to be non-judgmental and compassionate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related social service discipline

• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a professional team

• Driver’s License

Requirements

• This position is covered under a collective agreement


• Cameray Child and Family Services is an equal opportunity employer


• Successful applicants are subject to a criminal record check


• Must have access to a reliable car  

Applications are encouraged from equity-deserving groups including Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQIA2S+ individuals, and those from other marginalized and/or underrepresented groups.

Successful applicants are subject to a criminal record check.  We thank all applicants for their interest.  Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Please apply by Tuesday September 29, 2026.

Should you require assistance or accommodation at any time throughout the application or recruitment processes, please email 
for confidential support.