/ hour (
$60K to $75K per annum
) Details
The KCFN Community Services Dept continues to grow & has a rewarding opportunity for an Outreach Worker (OW). As our new OW, you will be responsible for providing an array of outreach services to youth & adult community members in Campbell River and in Houpsitas (Kyuquot). You will play a critical role by providing assistance/support to individuals with pre- and post-addiction issues, mental health issues and those who are experiencing homelessness. Working within the unique context of both communities, you will engage with our youth, adults, and local organizations to address the complex challenges related to mental health, addictions and homelessness – with a focus on promoting recovery, stability and overall well-being. This incredibly important role has to ability to significantly impact the lives of KCFN member families in a very positive way. The OW will have a deeply-rooted passion to help people in distress achieve a healthy and balanced quality of life.
DATE POSTED: April 22, 2025 START DATE: ASAP
STATUS: Permanent, full-time CLOSING DATE & TIME: Open until filled
WAGE: $60K-$70K per hour + benefits/pension/EAP BASED OUT OF: Campbell River or Houpsitas
Duties/Tasks/Responsibilities:
• Outreach and Engagement: Conducts regular outreach efforts to connect individuals experiencing homelessness, mental health and those dealing with addiction issues, establishing trusting relationships & assessing their immediate needs and goals for support
• Also helps the Director or Manager build & develop programming to support outreach efforts (ie creating files/paperwork/stakeholder relationships)
• Community Awareness & Education: Provides various presentations to the community on a variety of topics such as life skills, drugs, financial management, mental health, etc
• Needs assessment: Performs comprehensive assessments to understand the specific circumstances and challenges faced by individuals dealing with mental health issues, homelessness & addiction, identifying culturally appropriate interventions and resources
• Housing Support: Provides advocacy & support to help individuals secure safe & stable housing solutions within the community, including accessing emergency shelters, transitional housing options & remote support services
• Resource Referral: Connects individuals with essential services & support programs, such as health care, mental health counselling, social or financial assistance, employment training, & life skills development
• Advocacy: Advocates on behalf of individuals experiencing mental health issues, homelessness & addiction in the community, addressing systemic barriers & advocating for policy changes to improve access to housing, healthcare, & support services at local & provincial levels. Provides support around prevention of landlord abuse of power & holds to account the agreement to lease/room and board
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintains accurate records of client interactions, service referrals, & program outcomes using data collection tools, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements & contributing to program evaluation efforts
• Case Conferencing: Attends regular wrap around meetings with the team to discuss individual or family case files to problem solve & support coordination of resources for individuals &/or families in need
• Interventions: Works with & supports clients dealing with MCFD, USMA, RCMP, BC Ambulance Service, KCFN Emergency Services, & other public/private agencies
• Cultural Sensitivity: Observes cultural practices/norms/protocols and applies each to the scope of outreach practice
DATE POSTED: April 22, 2025 START DATE: ASAP
STATUS: Permanent, full-time CLOSING DATE & TIME: Open until filled
WAGE: $60K-$70K per hour + benefits/pension/EAP BASED OUT OF: Campbell River or Houpsitas
Duties/Tasks/Responsibilities:
• Outreach and Engagement: Conducts regular outreach efforts to connect individuals experiencing homelessness, mental health and those dealing with addiction issues, establishing trusting relationships & assessing their immediate needs and goals for support
• Also helps the Director or Manager build & develop programming to support outreach efforts (ie creating files/paperwork/stakeholder relationships)
• Community Awareness & Education: Provides various presentations to the community on a variety of topics such as life skills, drugs, financial management, mental health, etc
• Needs assessment: Performs comprehensive assessments to understand the specific circumstances and challenges faced by individuals dealing with mental health issues, homelessness & addiction, identifying culturally appropriate interventions and resources
• Housing Support: Provides advocacy & support to help individuals secure safe & stable housing solutions within the community, including accessing emergency shelters, transitional housing options & remote support services
• Resource Referral: Connects individuals with essential services & support programs, such as health care, mental health counselling, social or financial assistance, employment training, & life skills development
• Advocacy: Advocates on behalf of individuals experiencing mental health issues, homelessness & addiction in the community, addressing systemic barriers & advocating for policy changes to improve access to housing, healthcare, & support services at local & provincial levels. Provides support around prevention of landlord abuse of power & holds to account the agreement to lease/room and board
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintains accurate records of client interactions, service referrals, & program outcomes using data collection tools, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements & contributing to program evaluation efforts
• Case Conferencing: Attends regular wrap around meetings with the team to discuss individual or family case files to problem solve & support coordination of resources for individuals &/or families in need
• Interventions: Works with & supports clients dealing with MCFD, USMA, RCMP, BC Ambulance Service, KCFN Emergency Services, & other public/private agencies
• Cultural Sensitivity: Observes cultural practices/norms/protocols and applies each to the scope of outreach practice
Qualifications & Experience
• Degree or diploma in social work, psychology, human services or similar area of study
• History of professional development that supports the role
• 3+ yrs of community outreach/advocacy experience
• Experience using Office 365, Google docs, Adobe and other software programs
• Strong organizational, communication & conflict resolution skills (trauma informed)
• Experience working in a “wrap-around” services type of environment with many stakeholders
• Experience working with First Nation organizations (in a remote setting) – asset
• An understanding and appreciation of Nuu-chah-nulth culture/Ka:'yu:'k't'h' language/protocols – asset
• Strong organizational, communication and conflict resolution skills (trauma informed)
• Strong professional boundaries
Other:
• Travel to Houpsitas (Kyuquot) overnights via logging roads/marine
• WHMIS & Violence &Harassment Awareness Training (or willing to obtain)
• First Aid (or willing to obtain) – strong asset
• Acceptable vulnerable Police Information Check – required
• History of professional development that supports the role
• 3+ yrs of community outreach/advocacy experience
• Experience using Office 365, Google docs, Adobe and other software programs
• Strong organizational, communication & conflict resolution skills (trauma informed)
• Experience working in a “wrap-around” services type of environment with many stakeholders
• Experience working with First Nation organizations (in a remote setting) – asset
• An understanding and appreciation of Nuu-chah-nulth culture/Ka:'yu:'k't'h' language/protocols – asset
• Strong organizational, communication and conflict resolution skills (trauma informed)
• Strong professional boundaries
Other:
• Travel to Houpsitas (Kyuquot) overnights via logging roads/marine
• WHMIS & Violence &Harassment Awareness Training (or willing to obtain)
• First Aid (or willing to obtain) – strong asset
• Acceptable vulnerable Police Information Check – required
/ hour (
$32.48/Hour
) Details
School District 72 operates throughout a large geographic area. Campbell River and Quadra Island schools and our school board office are located on the traditional territory of the Liǧʷiɫdax̌ ʷ people. School District 72 also encompasses the traditional territory of the Klahoose (Cortes), K’ómoks (Sayward), and χʷɛmaɬkʷu (Bute Inlet) First Nations.
Position: Temporary Bus Driver (Courier)
Posting Number: 25-BUS-001
Term of Employment: Temporary (ASAP to June 27, 2025, or return of incumbent)
Hours/Day/FTE: 8 Hours/Day
Wage/Salary: $32.48/Hour
Join our Team
School District 72 is looking for a Temporary Bus Driver (Courier) to join our team of professionals. This position provides transportation services for students travelling from Sayward to Campbell River in the morning and Campbell River to Sayward in the afternoon and conducts courier services during the day between routes.
School District 72 (Campbell River) is located on the east coast of central Vancouver Island, extending north to Sayward and south to Oyster River. The district also includes the outer islands of Read, Cortes, and Quadra. The district serves over 5,600 students in 18 schools with a diverse range of programs that are progressive and responsive to the educational needs and interests of students.
The district respects and values the relationships with all First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who reside in these territories. It is with respectful consideration that the programs and services provided to students and staff acknowledge their histories, cultural contributions, and contemporary concerns.
About the Role:
The Bus Driver (Courier) position will operate a school bus in accordance with the BC Motor Vehicle Act Regulations and School District Policy, to transport students and staff within the district, and on field trips. This is a split shift 8-hour driving position, part a.m. and part p.m., and will include school deliveries and other related duties as assigned by the Transportation Supervisor and/or School Administrator. This position supports the Sayward to Campbell River route.
Specific Responsibilities
· Carries out all aspects of bus driving work.
· Provides a suitable safe environment for students on the bus.
· Ensures the vehicle is maintained in safe condition.
· Practices good driving habits and defensive driving at all times.
· Directs and monitors students to ensure compliance with safe loading, riding and unloading procedures, particularly for those with special needs or prone to violent behaviour.
· Advises parents, teachers and school administrators regarding student behavior and discipline.
· Maintains a positive working relationship with school administration, parents, staff, and students.
· Responsible for cleaning and minor maintenance of buses.
· Assists skilled mechanics and completes general related duties.
· Works from oral and/or written instruction and to established procedures including but not limited to the SD72 School Bus Driver’s Manual.
· Participates in continued professional development opportunities as offered by SD72.
· Other related duties as assigned.
Contribute to Our Success
The Campbell River School District proudly developed a strategic plan for 2024-2028 that prioritized the following:
· Honour Indigenous World Views and Perspectives
· Student-Centred Learning Environments
· Evolving for Tomorrow
The following commitments are essential to all positions within the Campbell River School District:
· Commitment and adherence to workplace policies, procedures & practices.
· Commitment to standards of conduct, including behaving in a manner that is: respectful, professional, team-oriented, collegial, collaborative, ethical, honest, and trustworthy.
· Commitment to understand and implement the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action and the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act.
Join Our Community
Campbell River is a scenic, oceanfront community framed by extensive waterfront, west coast forests and snow-capped mountains. The area is renowned for its natural beauty and recreational opportunities such as skiing, kayaking, fishing, mountain biking, hiking, golf, and endless opportunities to experience nature. The moderate climate allows residents to participate in numerous outdoor activities on a year-round basis.
Experience the Benefits of SD72
· Professional development and growth opportunities.
· The opportunity to grow your career in a small district.
· Progressive leadership team.
· Positive collegial culture with a great sense of community.
Employees are eligible for extended health and dental benefits, life insurance, and participation in a pension program as outlined in the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), Local 723 along with competitive vacation and sick day entitlements.
Employment Equity
School District 72 is also committed to creating and maintaining an accessible work environment for all members of its workforce. Within this hiring process we will make efforts to create an accessible process for all applicants (including but not limited to people with disabilities). Confidential accommodation is available on request.
Position: Temporary Bus Driver (Courier)
Posting Number: 25-BUS-001
Term of Employment: Temporary (ASAP to June 27, 2025, or return of incumbent)
Hours/Day/FTE: 8 Hours/Day
Wage/Salary: $32.48/Hour
Join our Team
School District 72 is looking for a Temporary Bus Driver (Courier) to join our team of professionals. This position provides transportation services for students travelling from Sayward to Campbell River in the morning and Campbell River to Sayward in the afternoon and conducts courier services during the day between routes.
School District 72 (Campbell River) is located on the east coast of central Vancouver Island, extending north to Sayward and south to Oyster River. The district also includes the outer islands of Read, Cortes, and Quadra. The district serves over 5,600 students in 18 schools with a diverse range of programs that are progressive and responsive to the educational needs and interests of students.
The district respects and values the relationships with all First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who reside in these territories. It is with respectful consideration that the programs and services provided to students and staff acknowledge their histories, cultural contributions, and contemporary concerns.
About the Role:
The Bus Driver (Courier) position will operate a school bus in accordance with the BC Motor Vehicle Act Regulations and School District Policy, to transport students and staff within the district, and on field trips. This is a split shift 8-hour driving position, part a.m. and part p.m., and will include school deliveries and other related duties as assigned by the Transportation Supervisor and/or School Administrator. This position supports the Sayward to Campbell River route.
Specific Responsibilities
· Carries out all aspects of bus driving work.
· Provides a suitable safe environment for students on the bus.
· Ensures the vehicle is maintained in safe condition.
· Practices good driving habits and defensive driving at all times.
· Directs and monitors students to ensure compliance with safe loading, riding and unloading procedures, particularly for those with special needs or prone to violent behaviour.
· Advises parents, teachers and school administrators regarding student behavior and discipline.
· Maintains a positive working relationship with school administration, parents, staff, and students.
· Responsible for cleaning and minor maintenance of buses.
· Assists skilled mechanics and completes general related duties.
· Works from oral and/or written instruction and to established procedures including but not limited to the SD72 School Bus Driver’s Manual.
· Participates in continued professional development opportunities as offered by SD72.
· Other related duties as assigned.
Contribute to Our Success
The Campbell River School District proudly developed a strategic plan for 2024-2028 that prioritized the following:
· Honour Indigenous World Views and Perspectives
· Student-Centred Learning Environments
· Evolving for Tomorrow
The following commitments are essential to all positions within the Campbell River School District:
· Commitment and adherence to workplace policies, procedures & practices.
· Commitment to standards of conduct, including behaving in a manner that is: respectful, professional, team-oriented, collegial, collaborative, ethical, honest, and trustworthy.
· Commitment to understand and implement the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action and the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act.
Join Our Community
Campbell River is a scenic, oceanfront community framed by extensive waterfront, west coast forests and snow-capped mountains. The area is renowned for its natural beauty and recreational opportunities such as skiing, kayaking, fishing, mountain biking, hiking, golf, and endless opportunities to experience nature. The moderate climate allows residents to participate in numerous outdoor activities on a year-round basis.
Experience the Benefits of SD72
· Professional development and growth opportunities.
· The opportunity to grow your career in a small district.
· Progressive leadership team.
· Positive collegial culture with a great sense of community.
Employees are eligible for extended health and dental benefits, life insurance, and participation in a pension program as outlined in the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), Local 723 along with competitive vacation and sick day entitlements.
Employment Equity
School District 72 is also committed to creating and maintaining an accessible work environment for all members of its workforce. Within this hiring process we will make efforts to create an accessible process for all applicants (including but not limited to people with disabilities). Confidential accommodation is available on request.
Qualifications & Experience
Bring your Expertise
· Minimum of 1,000 hours of recent experience in bus driving.
· Possess a current valid BC Drivers’ License, Class 2, with airbrake endorsement.
· Have a clear understanding of bus driving functions, procedures, and equipment.
· Ability to speak, read, and write English.
· Be physically capable of performing all facets of bus driving.
· Minimum of 1,000 hours of recent experience in bus driving.
· Possess a current valid BC Drivers’ License, Class 2, with airbrake endorsement.
· Have a clear understanding of bus driving functions, procedures, and equipment.
· Ability to speak, read, and write English.
· Be physically capable of performing all facets of bus driving.