Location: Powell River/qathet Regional District

Schedule: Day Shifts (8am-8pm) and Night Shifts (8pm-8am)

Salary Or Wage: $29.76 - $31.64 per hour plus applicable shift premiums

Start Date: As soon as possible

Job Type: Full Time

List of Requirements

Qualifications

High school completion required

1 Year Employment Experience

Knowledge of the Housing First model and harm reduction practices

Familiarity with mental health, addiction services, and community resources

Successful Vulnerable Sector Check and/or Criminal Record Check required

Skills

Basic understanding of street culture

Reliable, responsive, and supportive team member

Demonstrates excellent communication and active listening skills

Demonstrates concise and ethical documenting skills

Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain client confidentiality

Demonstrates understanding of emergency response protocol

Ability to remain alert and perform tasks in a demanding environment

Ability to remain calm and responsive during crisis incident response

Contributes to a culturally safe workplace





Working Condition and Physical Requirements

12-hour day and night shifts in a fast-paced supportive housing environment

Attends to medical emergencies including overdoses, injuries, and mental health crises

Regularly navigates stairs and uses industrial cleaning products and equipment

Safely lifts up to 50lbs

Collaborates as part of a team with high expectations for accountability, inclusivity, and respect

List of Duties The Support Worker contributes to a safe, supportive, and inclusive living environment by supporting tenants with daily living, encouraging independence, and promoting community connections.

Working collaboratively with housing, maintenance, janitorial, and kitchen staff, the position collaborates with the team to provide direct tenant support, communicates safety concerns, and contributes to a respectful, team-based environment.

Work site:Supportive Housing (Blackberry Creek)

Reports to Housing Services Manager

📌 Support Worker – Supportive Housing (Full-Time) (Winnipeg)
🏢 Powell River Educational Services Society
📍 Winnipeg