Community Support Specialist

4 weeks ago

Prince George, British Columbia, Canada Prince George Native Friendship Center Full time

The Prince George Native Friendship Centre (PGNFC) has been a cornerstone of community service for over 50 years, delivering programs and initiatives through a framework of reconciliation. A vital aspect of this journey is ensuring that every individual's voice is acknowledged and integrated into our trauma-informed and culturally responsive approach; this perspective is essential for fostering reconciliation. We honor and respect the narratives of individuals as they share their experiences, viewpoints, and beliefs, which guide our organizational direction; we see this as a strengths-based process, leveraging the diverse strengths within our community.

Prince George Native Friendship Centre

"We are a compassionate and dynamic team dedicated to facilitating growth, well-being, and mutual understanding within individuals, families, and the community through the power of friendship."


We are seeking an:

Adult Front Line Support Worker

(Full Time -- $22.09/hr)

House of Friendship Outreach Program


Do you possess knowledge of health and social determinants relevant to our community?


This role is designed for an individual with a solid understanding of health and social determinants, particularly for clients who have faced homelessness. The Front Line Support Worker operates within a collaborative team environment and is tasked with providing essential support to clients utilizing our 30-bed co-ed emergency shelter program and House of Friendship Services. This position involves daily support, crisis intervention, food preparation and delivery, bed preparation and intake, drop-in supervision, personal storage access, data entry, and referrals to community-based programs, skill training, and development.


Preferred qualifications include:

  • Social Services Diploma or a combination of education and relevant experience;
  • Willingness and capability to work with at-risk adults in various settings: residential, drop-in, or community;
  • Awareness of community services, resources, and social determinants affecting those experiencing homelessness;
  • Experience working with Aboriginal groups/communities in a cultural context;
  • Certifications: First Aid, Class 4 Driver's License (an asset), CPI-Non-violent crisis intervention, Suicide Intervention, and Food Safe, or willingness to obtain;
  • Ability to pass a criminal record check;
  • Experience with various community resources, services, and systems, or an understanding of how these can assist adults in need. Candidates should demonstrate initiative and the ability to work independently, as well as collaborate effectively as part of a professional team while adhering to the agency's policies and procedures.

To apply for this position, please visit our website to submit a resume and cover letter.

Prince George Native Friendship Centre

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