Position: Community Navigator
Hours: Part time - 24 hrs per week
Location: In person with some virtual - Lower Mainland
Compensation: $22.95/hour
Start date: As soon as possible
Deadline to apply: June 14, 2026
Pacific Immigrant Resources Society (PIRS) is a community-based, non-profit organization serving immigrant and refugee women and their young children since 1975. PIRS delivers accessible, inclusive, low-barrier programs for immigrant and refugee women and their children that create a sense of belonging, meaningful participation and leadership.
The Community Navigator plays an important role in supporting refugee and asylum-seeking women as they access settlement, employment, health, language, and community services. This position helps create welcoming pathways to connection, empowerment, and opportunity through individualized support, community outreach, and group facilitation.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Community Navigation
Provide culturally responsive, trauma-informed support to immigrant and refugee women
Connect participants to housing, health care, language, employment, and other settlement resources
Coordinate referrals and follow-up support to address barriers to service access
Collaboration & Community Partnerships
Build relationships with community agencies and service providers to strengthen participant supports
Represent the organization at community events and inter-agency initiatives
Support outreach efforts in the development and distribution of community resource materials
Documentation & Reporting
Maintain accurate participant records, referrals, and service documentation
Track outcomes and contribute to program reporting requirements
Ensure compliance with organizational policies related to confidentiality, safety, and participant well-being
Group Facilitation
Lead the coordination and recruitment of women’s support circles and group sessions to promote connection, peer learning, and emotional support among participants
Develop engaging content and activities for participants
JOB SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS
Relevant post-secondary education or a combination of education and experience
Experience working with immigrant, refugee, and asylum-seeking communities (lived experience preferred)
Fluency in the language of target populations (Farsi, Spanish, Dari, Pashto, Arabic preferred)
Excellent communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills
Knowledge of community, settlement, and mental health resources
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Proficiency with data entry and reporting systems
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to adapt and learn quickly with a growth mindset
Demonstrated understanding of trauma-informed approaches
Proficient in using various software and digital tools
Ability to work in a team environment and independently
Possession of non-judgmental and positive attitudes (culture, religion, race, gender, sexuality, special needs) and freedom from stereotypes
Passion for inclusivity and diversity, with an interest in being part of a multicultural team
Attitudes and values aligned with the goals and philosophy of PIRS
WORKING CONDITIONS
Part-time position (24 hours/week) dependent on project funding
Some evening and weekend work may be required
Ability to work in person and virtually across Lower Mainland communities (Surrey, New West, Vancouver, Burnaby)
Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle for travel across Lower Mainland communities is an asset
Program delivery activities may require a moderate level of physical fitness to carry out duties of the position
Successful criminal record check required
Application Details
Please apply including both a cover letter and resume via the applicable job portal, or directly via the PIRS career site. The deadline to apply is Sunday, June 14, 2026.
We thank everyone for their interest. Only those shortlisted will be contacted.
With respect, diversity, and collaboration at the core of PIRS, we are an organization that knows the value of talented people. We recognize the importance of a diverse workforce and encourage applications from women, BIPOC, LGBTQ+ -identified and people with disabilities. Given the nature of our work, we also strongly encourage applications from self-identifying women with lived experience of migration.
