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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

Job Title: Legal Advocate 

Start Date: July 2025 

Salary: $58,000-61,000/year, depending on hours worked, skills and experience. 

Competitive extended health benefits after probation. 

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week 

Reports to: Supervising Lawyer/Executive Director  

 

Job Summary 

The Legal Advocate will provide legal information, summary advice and representation to older adults who have limited financial resources. Client files are mainly residential tenancy issues. The Legal Advocate works with SFBC to advance legal education and community outreach activities. 

 

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 
  • Negotiates 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 workshops and presentations in the Lower Mainland

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 
  • Understanding of the Residential Tenancy Act. 
  • Prior experience working as a legal advocate in the non-profit sector is an asset 
  • The ability speak languages other than English is an asset 

 

Additional Information 

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. 

Apply Here, Via Indeed

 

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. 

Please note, all client meetings at the office are by appointment only.
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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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