Lead 2, Thyme Transition House at Sunshine Coast Community Services Society

Job Title: Lead 2, Thyme Transition House

Location: Sechelt, BC

Employment Type: 27 hours/ week (Part-time), Permanent

Compensation: $33.53-$37.07

About Community Services

Since 1974, Sunshine Coast Community Services Society (SCCSS) has been at the heart of creating positive change for people on the Sunshine Coast. With a legacy built on care, dedication, and adaptability, we proudly offer over 30 impactful programs across the region. Our work spans four vital areas: Community Action and Engagement, Together Against Violence, Child and Family Counselling, and Family, Youth, and Children’s Services.

Guided by our core values—social justice, interdependence, diversity, compassion, and respect—we are driven to empower individuals and strengthen our community. We’re seeking passionate, values-driven individuals who want to make a real difference in the lives of others. If that sounds like you, join us and be part of our meaningful journey!

About The Role

The Lead 2, Thyme Transition House, oversees daily operations for the Thyme Transition House Program, fostering a safe, supportive environment for women and children residents. Reporting to the Program Manager, Together Against Violence, you’ll play a key role in maintaining service quality, supporting staff, and ensuring program goals are met in alignment with agency mandates and policies. In this role, you’ll drive impactful initiatives while collaborating with a dynamic and supportive team.

What You’ll Do

Program Operations & Administration

• Oversee day-to-day program operations, including staff management, financial administration, facility maintenance, repairs, and renovations.
• Manage ongoing program delivery (9 a.m.–4 p.m., Monday to Friday) with potential after-hours support on evenings and weekends.
• Perform basic tidying, cleaning, and organizational activities.
• Assess minor household repairs and conduct minor yard work and maintenance tasks.
• Establish, implement, and maintain safety and security procedures.
  
  

Staff Leadership & Development

• Recruit, onboard, train, schedule, supervise, and support staff in accordance with the collective agreement and SCCSS policies.
• Promote and support self-care practices among employees to reduce the impact of vicarious trauma.
• Facilitate staff meetings and coordinate professional development opportunities, including learning environments for students and volunteers.
• Serve as the designated after-hours Go-To Supervisor one weekend per month, providing support and guidance to staff.
• Provide weekday and weekend coverage as needed during holidays or staff absences for supervisory roles.
  
  

Client & Community Relations

• Build rapport with clients to establish trust, confidence, and credibility.
• Maintain client records and files in keeping with program manuals and SCCSS policy.
• Collaborate with other SCCSS programs and community partners to enrich program delivery and fulfill the organization’s mission.
• Contribute to program development and systemic change initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

What You Bring

• Post-secondary degree in counselling, social work, or a related social service field, plus a minimum of three years of related experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
• At least two years of staff supervision or program management experience in a unionized environment (preferred).
• Good working knowledge of relevant local, provincial, and federal legislation related to anti-violence work.
• Understanding of family systems and culturally responsive practices.
• Experience working effectively and non-judgmentally with clients from diverse cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Experience applying a feminist analysis of gender-based violence within a trauma-informed practice approach.
• Solid understanding of systemic issues affecting violence against women and children.
• Knowledge of violence dynamics affecting marginalized individuals, including Indigenous women and children.
• Proven ability to collaborate across programs and with community partners.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite, virtual meeting platforms, databases, and multi-factor authentication.
• Facilities management experience (an asset).
  
  

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s licence and reliable vehicle.
• Successful completion of a criminal record check.
• First Aid Level C certification.
• Ability to lift and move recreation, office, and household supplies and related equipment.
• Ability to perform basic cleaning, organizing, and furniture setup (tables and chairs).
• Availability for on-call support as scheduled.
  
  

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive and Transparent Compensation: We value fairness and clarity in our wages.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Employer covers 100% of health benefits and 75% of long-term disability premiums.
• Secure Your Future: Employer contributions to the Municipal Pension Plan (MPP).
• Generous Vacation Time: Start with 3 weeks in your first year, increasing to 4 weeks in your second year.
• Wellness and Flexibility: Receive 5 days of special leave annually for wellness, personal needs, and more.
• Professional Development Support: Paid memberships for professional designations and opportunities for growth.
• Community Impact: Be part of meaningful work that makes a real difference.
• Team Connection: Participate in our annual Off-Site Team Building Day with activities that foster collaboration and connection.
  
  

How To Apply

Please include your resume as part of your application for this role.

We are committed to ensuring our application process is accessible to all candidates. If you require accommodations during any part of the application process, please contact [email protected].

“We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.”