Established in 1994, Seniors First BC Society (SFBC) is a charitable, non-profit society that provides information, legal advocacy, and support to older adults across BC who are dealing with issues affecting their well-being. SFBC provides free help to older adults through 6 programs: the Seniors Abuse Information Line (SAIL), Victim Services Program, Education and Outreach Program, Elder Law Clinic, Legal Advocacy Program, and the Advance Planning Clinic Program.

Start Date:

June 2023

Rate of Pay:

$40 per hour

Hours:

12-20 hours per month

Reports to:

Advance Planning Clinic Program Manager

Job Summary

SFBC has partnered with the Prince George Council of Seniors to deliver Advance Planning Clinic Program. The Clinic Assistant provides on-site support for the Program Manager who has overall responsibility for the delivery of the clinics and is based out of Victoria.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

On Clinic Days

• Arrive 10 minutes before the first appointment, greet and provide forms to clients when they arrive.
• Ensure the clients sign a client agreement prior to the meeting with a lawyer.
• Provide the attending lawyer(s) with the schedule of clients for the day and any materials they may need.
• Support the language interpreter, if required.
• Ensure all documents are filed properly on SFBC’s secure server.

Before Clinic Days

• Coordinate with the Program Manager about the need for supplies.
• Booking clients who need assistance with the intake process.
• Maintain a waitlist for the local clinic (whenever appropriate).
• Coordinate with the Prince George Council of Seniors for any issues that need to be addressed.
• Have all necessary materials (printed forms, sign-in sheets, other supplies) prepared in advance.

Qualifications:

• Paralegal or legal administrative training is preferred but not required.
• Has experience communicating with clients or older adults and is comfortable doing so.
• Experience with computers, including using Microsoft Office 365 features such as OneDrive, Word and Teams, Adobe Acrobat Reader and Zoom, as well as printing, scanning and copying documents.

To Apply:

Please reply by including resume and cover letter to:

Human Resources, Seniors First BC Society

humanresources@seniorsfirstbc.ca

Please include the text “Prince George Clinic Assistant” in the subject line of your email.

We thank all applicants for taking interest and applying for this position. Only those offered an interview will be contacted.

Established in 1994, Seniors First BC Society (SFBC) is a charitable, non-profit society that provides information, legal advocacy, and support to older adults across BC who are dealing with issues affecting their well-being. SFBC provides free help to older adults through 6 programs: the Seniors Abuse Information Line (SAIL), Victim Services Program, Education and Outreach Program, Elder Law Clinic, Legal Advocacy Program, and the Advance Planning Clinic Program.

The Legal Advocacy Program facilitates access to justice for older adults through the provision of legal information, summary advice, and representation in areas including benefits and pensions, residential tenancy issues, and debt. Our Legal Advocate also assists seniors to assert their rights and navigate government institutions. Due to an increase in our workload, we are recruiting a part-time Legal Advocate who will work alongside our experienced Legal Advocate, under the supervision of the Executive Director.

Start Date:

June 2023

Rate of Pay:

$34,000 to $37,000, depending on hours worked, skills, and experience. Competitive extended health benefits after probation.

Hours:

Part-time, 21 hours per week

Work Location:

The successful applicant will be expected to work during their training out of our downtown office then at least one day/week in the office, with the option to work remotely on remaining days.

Reports to:

Executive Director

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct client interviews on the telephone and/or in person and assess and analyze legal problems.
• Provide legal advice on housing issues under the supervision of SFBC’s staff lawyer.
• Draft legal submissions and correspondence on behalf of clients.
• Negotiate settlements (when appropriate).
• Represent clients in hearings before the Residential Tenancy Branch.
• Works collaboratively with all our other programs.
• Develop and conduct Public Legal Education presentations in the Lower Mainland.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in law or social sciences, or other related fields.
• Excellent advocacy and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Understanding of trauma-informed approach and working with marginalized communities.
• Cultural competency and ability to work with older adults from various cultural communities.
• Prior experience working as a legal advocate in the non-profit sector is an asset.
• The ability to speak languages other than English is an asset.

To Apply:

Please reply by including resume and cover letter to:

Human Resources, Seniors First BC Society

humanresources@seniorsfirstbc.ca

Please include the text “Legal Advocate” in the subject line of your email.

We thank all applicants for taking interest and applying for this position. Only those offered an interview will be contacted.

Established in 1994, Seniors First BC Society (SFBC) is a charitable, non-profit society that provides information, legal advocacy, and support to older adults across BC who are dealing with issues affecting their well-being. SFBC provides free help to older adults through 6 programs: the Seniors Abuse Information Line (SAIL), Victim Services Program, Education and Outreach Program, Elder Law Clinic, Legal Advocacy Program, and the Advance Planning Clinic Program. We are seeking an energetic part-time Staff Lawyer and Researcher located in the Lower Mainland to join our team.

With funding from the Law Foundation of BC and Vancity Credit Union, the Advance Planning Clinic Program aims to engage elders to prepare advance planning documents. Our clinics create opportunities for low-income people to have their wills, powers of attorney and representation agreements drafted without having to pay for legal services.

Start Date:

June 2023

Rate of Pay:

$40,000 to $58,000, depending on hours worked, skills and experience. Competitive extended health benefits after probation.

Hours:

Part-time, 21-28 hours per week

Work Location:

The successful applicant will be expected to work during their training out of our downtown office then at least one day/week in the office, with the option to work remotely on remaining days.

Reports to:

Executive Director

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct client interviews on the telephone, by Zoom, or in-person.
• Regularly attends clinics in the Lower Mainland, the Fraser Valley, and other parts of BC.
• Draft legal documents (Wills, enduring Powers of Attorney, Representation Agreements).
• Draft legal submissions and correspondence on behalf of clients.
• Work collaboratively with all our other programs.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in law or social sciences, or other related field.
• Excellent advocacy and problem solving skills.
• Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Understanding of trauma-informed approach and working with marginalized communities.
• Cultural competency and ability to work with older adults from various cultural communities.
• Driver’s license.
• Ability to travel for short (1-3 days) trips.

To Apply:

Please reply by including resume and cover letter to:

Human Resources, Seniors First BC Society

humanresources@seniorsfirstbc.ca

Please include the text “Staff Lawyer and Researcher” in the subject line of your email.

We thank all applicants for taking interest and applying for this position. Only those offered an interview will be contacted.