06 Sep
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Lookout Housing + Health Society
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Courtenay
06 Sep
Lookout Housing + Health Society
Courtenay
Tenant Support Worker Lookout Housing and Health Society 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. 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 practical 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.
📌 Temporary Support Worker, Full Time (Courtenay)
🏢 Lookout Housing + Health Society
📍 Courtenay