Bridges to New Life Society is funded almost entirely by private donations so your giving is critical to our survival. Thank you for taking the time to consider how you can support the work of our Society.

Accountability

Bridges to New Life Society is a Canadian Registered Charity #88963 7823 RR0001 and a member in good standing of the Canadian Council of Christian Charities. Spending of funds is confined to board-approved programs and projects, and every year our finances are submitted to an independent financial review. Financial information is available by request. All gifts from individuals of $10 or more are acknowledged and charitable receipts for income tax purposes are issued at year end. Any contribution designated towards a board-approved program or project will be used as designated, with the understanding that when the need for such a program or project has been met, or cannot be completed, the remaining contributions designated for such program or project will be used where needed most.

To ensure protection of your personal information Bridges has adopted a privacy policy that is available on request and the online donation options we subscribe to, use the latest 128-bit encryption methods to ensure your transactions are secure.

GIVING OPTIONS:

Credit Card Online – Through CanadaHelps.org credit card donations may be one time or preauthorized monthly. Gifts can also be made in honor or on behalf of individuals. You can also donate securities online with this service.

Click the blue Donate Now button below to Make an Online Donation

Credit Card by Phone or Regular Mail– Credit card donations may be one time or preauthorized monthly, bimonthly or quarterly. Call our office for assistance at 250-448-6975 or toll free 888-448-6875 between 9am – 5pm (pacific) or mail instructions & card number to the “Bridges to New Life Society” at:

1197 Sutherland Ave.

Kelowna, BC

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Cheque by Mail – Please make your single cheque, post dated cheques or money order payable to the “Bridges to New Life Society” and mail to us at:

1197 Sutherland Ave.

Kelowna, BC

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Pre-authorized automatic bank withdrawal – Monthly withdrawals directly from your bank account. Send a single post dated cheque with the word “Void” written across it along with an accompanying note (or a Bridges envelope flap), stating the amount you would like withdrawn from your bank account on either the 1st or the 15th of the month.  Your instructions and cheque can also be faxed to 250-448-6977, or scanned and emailed to hope@bridgestnl.org

Benefits:

One authorization form is all it takes

Can be cancelled at any time

Eliminates writing, mailing or losing cheques

Saves you and Bridges time and money.

Planned Giving – For information on innovative ways seniors can save tax and receive excellent tax efficient income while providing future support to the Bridges to New Life Society please visit www.LinkCharity.ca or call 1-800-387-8146. Link Charity is empowered to issue charitable gift annuities, process gifts of appreciated securities, hold insurance policies and distribute benefits of RRSP and RRIF contracts on behalf of the Bridges to New Life Society.

CURRENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Job Description:

Volunteer/Client Development Coordinator

Purpose:

To improve and expand Bridges one to one Client/Volunteer interaction with the goal of helping both parties become more intentional about setting and accomplishing goals that will move them to fulfill their God given potential.  Secondary responsibilities include assisting with office administration.

Duties Overview: As a new position the job description will be a work in progress requiring flexibility from the applicant.  Duties & responsibilities will evolve as this new position develops.

Tasks - Initially the incumbent of this position will perform the following duties and responsibilities;

• To learn, become proficient with and improve the tools Bridges uses to case manage its clients and workers (a one year process);

• Interact with clients and volunteers with a goal to establish productive interpersonal relationships and promote Bridges programs and activities;
• Be available and provide ‘in office’ one to one counselling and ad hoc visits outside of normal office hours to Bridges Safe House and local halfway house;
• Assist clients with computer use and filling out government forms;
• Track and record all contacts with clients and volunteers and enter information into the database.  Utilize that information to motivate both Bridges volunteers and clients to become more specific in setting and accomplishing goals;
• Assist Director in planning events for clients and volunteers, delegating tasks and supervising activities to ensure their safety and success;
• Coordinate, train, supervise and encourage Bridges volunteers for the effective case management of clients in the field;

• Maintain an accurate and intentional case management file for every client who comes to Bridges Kelowna Complex, including Safe House residents;

• Ensure volunteer record keeping and monthly collection/reporting requirements are completed; 
• Urine test & evict errant Safe House residents
• Provide transportation for clients to appointments, food bank, recreational events, Overcomers’ 12 step and church, etc.
• Pick-up and deliver various items (i.e. furniture) as required;

• Perform some building maintenance and cook occasional suppers for Safe House Residents
• Work with director to develop a life skills program
• Record Bridges events via video camera and create quality promotional video
• Provide recommendations to Director for continuous improvement of the tools, programs and administrative processes Bridges uses to case manage clients and workers;
• Draft and write newsletters, program development and how to guides.
• Other duties as assigned by Director

 Requirements/Skills:

• Vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ & His church
• Strong task orientation
• An attitude for excellence - always striving to do things better
• Team player with a teachable spirit & servant heart
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Gifts of Wisdom, Administration & Encouragement
• Skill and knowledge in the areas of Christian counseling;
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate, delegate and train others;
• Demonstration of creative and innovative approaches to problem solving;
• Accurate computer data entry and typing skills (min 40 wpm)
• Skilled at writing, newsletters, program development, how to instructions
• Proficient with computers and various windows programs Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook), use of databases;
• Able to maintain and assist with trouble shooting office computer problems;
• Enjoy recreational activities (indoor & out)
• Flexible work schedule – afternoon/evenings
• Experience with video camera use and video production
• Own a reliable vehicle (preferably a van)
• Some travel – Vernon, Kamloops, lower mainland as needed (Drop-in’s, chapel services, Information fairs
• Flexible work hours and schedule – days/afternoons.

Pay Range $15.00 to $25.00/hour depending on experience.

Other Ways to Help:

Mentor - be a friend, spend one hour per week helping a client establish some positive community connections & lifestyles

Prayer Warrior - this is where the real battles are either won or lost

Pen pal - correspond with someone in prison

Assist with:

Employment - one of our clients greatest needs

Accommodation - a positive home environment is critical to making a fresh start

Home Furnishings & Clothing - we accept donations

Special Events

Weekly 12 Step Program

Prison Chapel Services

To get in touch: see the "Contact Us " tab on the right of this screen