Indigenous Tenant Support Worker
Job description
Employment Status Full-Time, Permanent Header 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. Because the people we serve have challenges meeting basic needs and goals, we place minimal barriers between them and our services. For more information about Lookout, please visit www.
lookoutsociety.ca Location Jim Green Residence, Vancouver 20 minute walk from Waterfront Skytrain Station/Waterfront Canada Line Days and Hours of work Monday through Friday Shift times will be 15:00 – 23:00 Hours Shifts are 7.5 hours in length Days of rest shall be consecutive. Schedule may change with two weeks’ notice Probationary/qualifying period will be 488 hours with mid and end point reviews Night premium will be given to staff that work 50% or more of their shift between 00:00-08:00 Hours Salary $33.
49 - 35.31 depending upon applicants' length of seniority (as per the Collective Agreement) Job Summary 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.
The TSW will work with tenants to maintain and develop greater independence and stability with the goal of a healthier and more independent living arrangement. Respirator Fit Test Requirement This position requires successful completion of respirator fit testing, as Lookout is COR (Certificate of Recognition) certified and must comply with Work.
SafeBC 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. Job Duties Will participate in tenant intakes, and provide support services and assessments Will identify challenges for tenants, develop service plans, crisis intervention, and administer finances and medication 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 Some external work is likely to occur; use of an automobile may, at times, be useful Employees are expected to remain alert and attentive during working hours.
Sleeping during shifts is not permitted Responsible for complying with and contributing to all aspects of health and safety program This role requires the ability to maintain a clean-shaven area where a respirator seal contacts the face and to successfully complete annual fit testing for a half-mask respirator, in alignment with Work.
SafeBC and organizational safety requirements.
Qualifications
& Competence Related Diploma or Certificate; or minimum Grade 12 education plus two (2) years of recent related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience Familiarity with community resources, particularly addiction, mental health, and harm reduction Must have current Occupational First Aid Level 1 Certificate Crisis Intervention Skills Training is an asset Class 4 driver's License is an asset Ability to work independently or in a team setting Strong ability to manage stress and organize workload Excellent communication, writing, documentation, and organizational skills Ability to understand and maintain clientele/worker boundaries Ability to work with disadvantaged and challenging adults in a diverse environment Quick learner and self-motivated Strong physical and mental ability to perform work tasks and operate job related equipment A minimum two (2) years of sobriety if you have had concerns related to alcohol and/or drug use Criminal Record Clearance for the Vulnerable Sector Closing Date Applications will be accepted until October 27, 2026 at 5:00 pm “All employees, including laid off and displaced employees, are entitled to apply on the vacancy and be considered pursuant to the provisions of Article 12.
9.” Internal applicants must apply through "Career Opportunities" on SAP. External applicants will be reviewed after Internal. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WELCOME TO APPLY. THOSE SHORT-LISTED WILL BE CONTACTED. c. BCGEU, Shop Steward Lookout Housing and Health Society is committed to empowering people from different races, gender, age, religion, identities and unique experiences.
We welcome everyone from diverse backgrounds and encourage them to apply in order to foster an inclusive environment.
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