Casual Shelter Support Worker at PDSCL
1 day ago
Penticton, Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen, Canada
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Support individuals experiencing homelessness with Penticton and District Society for Community Living as a Casual Shelter Support Worker. Make a meaningful impact while providing safety, advocacy, and crisis intervention in Penticton, BC.
PDSCL seeks compassionate individuals for the Casual Shelter Support Worker role at Compass House. In this position, you'll deliver vital support services, ensuring safety and comfort for residents while facilitating access to necessary resources. Responsibilities include crisis intervention and maintaining shelter operations, addressing the immediate needs of residents facing various life challenges.
Key Responsibilities
• Conduct intake interviews and screens for prospective residents
• Provide crisis intervention, advocacy, and emotional support
• Monitor safety and comfort of residents in the facility
• Liaise with service agencies and maintain community resource knowledge
• Oversee housekeeping and assist volunteers
Requirements:
• Diploma in related Human Services or Social Services
• One year relevant experience or equivalent
• Valid CPR/First Aid and Food Safe certificates
• Narcan/Naloxone skills for overdose response
• Satisfactory criminal records search for vulnerable populations Leverage your compassion and skills in a role that supports individuals at Compass House, enhancing their well-being and stability.
Key Responsibilities
• Conduct intake interviews and screens for prospective residents
• Provide crisis intervention, advocacy, and emotional support
• Monitor safety and comfort of residents in the facility
• Liaise with service agencies and maintain community resource knowledge
• Oversee housekeeping and assist volunteers
Requirements:
• Diploma in related Human Services or Social Services
• One year relevant experience or equivalent
• Valid CPR/First Aid and Food Safe certificates
• Narcan/Naloxone skills for overdose response
• Satisfactory criminal records search for vulnerable populations Leverage your compassion and skills in a role that supports individuals at Compass House, enhancing their well-being and stability.