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Seniors First BC is a charitable, non-profit society that provides information, advocacy, and support to older adults across BC who are dealing with issues affecting their well-being or rights. In addition, we assist those concerned about the welfare of older adults. 

Our organization consists of professionals and academics in various fields who work collaboratively to promote access to justice and to empower older adults through the provision of information, education, and advocacy. We are committed to making our work and workplace inclusive, equitable and accessible to all. We are looking for people who are deeply committed to the rights and needs of all seniors, elders, and older adults. 

If you are seeking a challenging and meaningful career with opportunities for growth and personal development, please consider our available positions below. 

Available Positions

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 Advance Planning Program is looking for one or more lawyers with experience in wills and estates to attend ad hoc clinics and offer free wills, powers of attorney and representation agreements to seniors of limited means located outside of the Lower Mainland, including on First Nations’ Lands. 

Start Date: 

March-May 2025 

Rate of Pay:  

$80,000-95,000 year base pay, pro-rated to the time working for the program. 

Hours:  

Casual contract, which could lead to a part-time contract. 

Work Location: 

The successful applicant(s) will be expected to work during their training out of our downtown office, then to travel across BC, including on reserve and other First Nations’ Lands. Travel costs and mileage will be covered by SFBC. Travel will include trips by car, plane and boat, stays at hotels and occasionally in on-reserve housing. Most of the work is done during the warmer months (March-October). 

Reports to:  

Executive Director 

Key Duties and Responsibilities 

  • Conduct client interviews in person (primarily) and occasionally via videoconference. 
  • Draft wills for clients on and off reserve. 

Qualifications: 

  • A current practicing certificate from the Law Society of British Columbia. 
  • Experience in wills and estates. 
  • Experience with Indigenous clients, seniors and/or marginalized groups an asset. 
  • Training in the delivery of trauma-informed legal services. 
  • Cultural sensitivity. 
  • Ability to travel and work with minimal administrative support (though trips are booked by SFBC). 
  • Ability to learn about wills on reserve. Training will be provided by SFBC. 

 

To Apply: 

Please reply by including resume and cover letter to: [email protected] 

Please include the text “APC staff lawyer” 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. 

Seniors Abuse & Information Line (SAIL)

SAIL is a confidential means for seniors to speak to a professional intake worker about issues that affect their well-being, receive information, or learn about our programs. Call 604-437-1940 or Toll-Free at 1-866-437-1940 Monday to Friday from 8am to 8pm excluding statutory holidays. Language interpretation is available. 
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Our Funders

Seniors First BC’s services are funded through our valued funders and donors.
Law Foundation
British Columbia

ABOUT US

Seniors First BC is a charitable, non-profit society that provides information, advocacy, and support to seniors across BC who are dealing with issues affecting their well-being.

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