arc programs exists to create thriving communities, free of systemic barriers and full of belonging, equity, and hope.
Kelowna, British Columbia
Who we are arc programs is a multi-disciplinary social services agency established over 35 years ago to bring about equity, inclusion and belonging in our communities. Our specialized support extends to children, youth, families and adults – who’ve historically been marginalized by systems and colonial ways. Simply put, we help families and folx in conflict. We aim to breakdown barriers, reduce stigma and elevate voices. By fostering right relations and forging connections to the right people and programs, we strive to create caring communities across BC’s Interior through a lens of possibility, not disability. What we do arc programs has a bold vision to ensure everyone in our communities feels connected and cared for. Our programs and services are designed to support children, youth, families and adults with diverse needs. Complex issues such as Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), mental health or substance use, require complex support. And navigating the system to find it can be daunting. We’re here to make sense of it all, by working alongside parents, children, youth and adults on their journey towards hope and healing. Our work culture We are inclusive. We use an anti-oppressive lens to inform our work with folx of all cultures, races, ethnic backgrounds, disabilities, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, gender identity, expression, socio-economic status, religions, and other oppressions to enhance our approach to equality. We are a employer of choice in the social services sector. We recruit and retain highly skilled staff and support their development through training, education, research, best practices, and innovation. We foster a culture of continuous learning, utilizing a two-eyed seeing approach – incorporating the strengths of western knowledge and Indigenous Knowledge: ways of knowing, doing and being – while engaging meaningfully with the provincial community social services sector, and Indigenous communities.
On-site · Kelowna
The counsellor provides individualized early intervention and treatment services to youth in high schools, including assessment, service planning, and direct counselling. They also facilitate integrated case management and collaborate with families, referral agents, and community service providers.
On-site · Kelowna
The clinician provides specialized, evidence-based mental health treatment to elementary students experiencing challenges that impact their school and home functioning. They also collaborate with school staff, medical professionals, and families to support the child's mental wellness and understanding of their mental health needs.
On-site · Kelowna
The Intake and Care Coordinator provides individualized service planning, screening, and coordination for families and children with support needs. They act as the primary point of contact, managing transitions between services and maintaining clinical records.