About Us – A home for every person
RainCity Housing is an organization that makes a difference in people’s lives. Our mission is to advance social equity by building upon the strengths of our community and of each individual. With a goal of providing a home for everyone, RainCity’s programs sustain relationships, strengthen communities, and make change for people experiencing homelessness, mental health, trauma, and substance use issues.
RainCity Housing has been developing emerging and promising practices for over 40 years in social services and healthcare, providing Housing First, harm reduction and supports for community members who access our services. To learn more, check out our innovations page. You can visit our Indeed page and click on the “Follow” button to be notified of new job openings: ca.indeed.com/cmp/Raincity-Housing-and-Support-Society/about.
You can also follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.
Benefits:
- 5 days of paid leave for Indigenous Employees for Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual events per year
- 8 weeks of paid leave for gender affirming care for medical procedures for transgender and gender diverse employees, cumulative total
- Employee and Family Assistance Program available to ALL employees, including 24-hour helpline, Personal counselling, Life Coaching, Financial Coaching, Legal Referral and Advisory Services, and Health Coaching: https://www.fseap.ca/
- Municipal Pension Plan with guaranteed lifetime monthly pension when you retire: https://mpp.pensionsbc.ca/
- Employer-paid benefits for regular Part-time and Full-time employees:
- Core Gender Affirmation services
- $1,000/year coverage for Massage
- $500 per paramedical service Physiotherapy, Naturopath, Acupuncture, Chiropract, and more
- Vision Care, Dental Care, Prescription Drugs, Group Life Benefit (1 x annual salary,) Long Term Disability, and Unlimited Out-of-Province and Out-of-Country Emergencies.
The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) reports to the Director, Human Resource Business Partners, and works closely with our HR Centers of Excellence (COEs) teams to deliver strategic HR support and solutions that align with Raincity’s organizational goals. This role involves partnering with business leaders to drive HR initiatives, manage employee relations, and support talent management processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HR, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Job Competition # Job2025.272
Closing Date: Midnight, July 18, 2025
Job: Human Resources Business Partner
Department: Human Resources
Position Type: Permanent Full-Time, 1 FTE
Hours: 80 hours bi-weekly
Hourly Range: $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 annually
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm, with 30-minute unpaid break.
Flexible working arrangements. A combination of work from home and head office.
Start Date: As soon as possible
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Our mission is to advance social equity by building upon the strengths of our community and of each individual. We are looking for employees who will be dedicated to helping fulfill our mission. Many forms of education and experience are valued, including volunteering, and lived experience of mental health/substance use/homelessness. Minimum education and experience include:
Required:
- A bachelor’s degree or diploma in human resources, business administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in working in HR at an advisor level or higher, with a focus on employee relations, talent management, and strategic HR support.
- Minimum of 8 years working in a Human Resource or a Labour Relations department.
- A thorough understanding of labour laws and regulations is necessary
- Proficiency in using computers: Microsoft 365, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and various video conferencing platforms.
- MBA or master’s degree in human resources, psychology, or a related field.
- Experience working in an HR organization with Centers of Excellence is preferred.
- Certification in Human Resources (e.g., CPHR) is an asset.
- Experience working in a non-profit organization.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey information and build relationships.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with employees and leaders.
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights.
- Ability to identify issues, develop solutions, and implement effective strategies.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong conflict resolution skills, with the ability to mediate disputes and facilitate positive outcomes.
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and across different functions.
- Resolving conflict with internal and external parties with tact and diplomacy.
- Dealing with large amounts of data and sensitive information
- Strategic Partnership & Organizational Development
- Collaborate with Raincity leaders to understand their goals and provide strategic HR support to achieve them.
- Act as a trusted advisor to management on all HR-related matters.
- Work with managers and directors to develop and implement effective organizational structures and designs that support the organization's strategic goals.
- Provides guidance on workforce planning and succession planning.
- Partner with the Learning and Development to identify training needs and deliver relevant programs.
- Support the development and implementation of training initiatives to enhance employee skills and capabilities.
- Ensure compliance with labour laws and regulations, including WorkSafeBC, BC Employment Standards, Personal Information and Privacy Act, and BC Human Rights Code.
- Ensure HR policies and procedures are effectively communicated and implemented across the organization.
- Provide guidance on policy interpretation and application.
- Lead and support change management initiatives to drive organizational effectiveness and employee engagement.
- Assist in the development and implementation of change management plans.
- Develop and implement strategies to enhance employee engagement and satisfaction
- Utilize HR metrics and data to provide insights and recommendations to managers & directors.
- Monitor key HR metrics and report on trends and areas for improvement.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant labour laws and regulations, staying up to date with changes and updates.
- Provide guidance on compliance-related matters and conduct regular audits to ensure adherence.
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Please submit both a cover letter and resume to apply, describing your suitability for this position. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest. As part of the application process, you may be asked a short set of questions to provide further information about your experience and availability. Please note, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Diversity
RainCity Housing serves a diverse group of people, and we need a staff group that reflects this diversity. People of diverse backgrounds and cultures are encouraged to apply.
As we work towards building a diverse staff team, we are particularly seeking applicants who identify as being Indigenous, Black, People of Colour, applicants with personal lived expertise, and 2SLGBTQ+ identified people.
Inclusion and creating a safer space
We are committed to making our organization a safer place for our staff, with steps taken to create space for learning and unlearning. RainCity’s department of Indigenous Cultural Services was created with the purpose to acknowledge the unique history and service needs of our Indigenous staff and tenants in respect to accessing culturally relevant and culturally sensitive care and support. RainCity’s Black Affinity Group was formed to provide support for Black staff by creating a safe space to support each other, network, debrief, and to heal from the impact of harm endured. Candidates are welcome to self-identifying in their cover letters as Black, First nations, Métis, or Inuit.
All of our employees are expected to develop and exhibit skills to contribute to safety in the workplace, including demonstrating anti-racism knowledge and skills to support racialized communities, including knowledge of Canada’s historical and on-going colonialism and its impact on Indigenous peoples, and commitment to learn and uphold the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Action and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act. Employees are also expected to demonstrate anti-discrimination knowledge and skills to support equity seeking groups, including the 2SLGBTQA+ community, people who use drugs and alcohol, people living with mental health issues and sex workers.
Inclusivity and support for people with differing abilities
In our efforts to provide a barrier-free workplace, we invite you to let us know of any adjustments or accommodations that might be needed for you to participate in the interview or selection process by sending an email to hr.inbox@raincityhousing.org.
If you're having any difficulty creating an account or submitting your resume: Please email dfrecruitingsupport@raincityhousing.org for assistance.
Do you want to improve your chances of joining RainCity? Be sure to include a cover letter letting us know why the work that we do is important to you, and how your experiences make you a good fit for this role.
Do you need additional support with your application? Connect with our partners for assistance:
- ACCESS Futures provides free employment support for Indigenous people and can assist with career advising, resume and cover letter writing, and funding for training: https://www.accessfutures.com/employment-services
- PRISM Employment Support Service (ESS) provides free strengths-based, trauma-informed employment support program for 2SLGBTQIA+ people, including coaching sessions, workshops, personal counselling sessions, and financial assistance for transit, occupational training, clothing, and childcare: https://qmunity.ca/employment/
- WorkBC provides free employment services to all job seekers, providing with support in resume and cover letter writing, training, and financial support for childcare and transportation costs: https://www.workbc.ca/discover-employment-services/workbc-centres/employment-services
- MOSAIC provides free employment support for refugees, immigrants, and racialized women, with services in career readiness training, mentoring, and peer groups: https://mosaicbc.org/our-services/employment-services/
RainCity Housing is a unionized workplace. Along with the union, we support the principles of the Human Rights Code of BC. We promote a workplace that treats both staff and the people accessing services with dignity and respect.