Support Worker Support Worker
2 days ago
New Westminster BC, Greater Vancouver Regional District, BC; British Columbia, Canada
Lookout Housing and Health
Full-time
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Lookout Housing and Health Society
Employment Status: Casual
We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Days and Hours of work: 7 days a week, day, afternoon/evening and overnight shifts, weekdays, weekends and holidays
Shifts are 7.5 hours in length
Night premium will be given to staff that work 50% or more of their shift between 00:00-08:00 Hours
The Tenant Support Worker (TSW) reports to the Site Manager and works in accordance with the mission and philosophy of Lookout Housing and Health Society, including following Lookout's Code of Ethics. The TSW works with residents to provide assistance, support, education, and skills training. This position requires successful completion of respirator fit testing, as Lookout is COR (Certificate of Recognition) certified and must comply with WorkSafeBC health and safety requirements. To ensure a proper respirator seal during fit testing and use, employees are required to be clean-shaven where the respirator seals against the face.
Will participate in tenant intakes, and provide support services and assessments
Ensure that basic needs are met by working closely with individuals on a long-term, ongoing basis
Complete required paperwork and maintain statistical and evaluative data
Assist with volunteers and practicum students on site
use of an automobile may, at times, be useful
Sleeping during shifts is not permitted
Diploma in Community Social Service
Class 5 BC Drivers' License (*Only if required)
Food Safe Certificate (*Only if required)
Recent related experience of two (2) year's OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience OR other qualifications determined to be reasonable and relevant to the work.
Criminal Record Clearance – Vulnerable Sector
Harm Reduction, Trauma Informed Practice, Addictions Support organizations, etc.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Suitability to work with disadvantaged and challenging adults in a diverse environment.