Powell River, British Columbia, Canada • CA$29.76 - CA$31.64
Casual Temporary Entry Level
Posted 08 Sep 2026
Description Lift Community Services focuses on helping all people thrive in the qathet region by reducing social inequities and by providing support and advocacy for anyone who needs it. Our vision is a welcoming, inclusive, and diversity-affirming community that is free of poverty and full of heart. At Lift, we believe a thriving, sustainable community comes from a team-oriented, equitable, future-focused approach.
Our programs and services include employment services, supportive housing and homeless outreach, literacy programs and outreach, immigrant services, adult and family on-demand support. We also provide community leadership and development in overdose response planning, poverty reduction planning, and other projects that develop a more connected and resilient community.
The Position
The Community House Support Worker contributes to the welcoming, inclusive, and safe environment of Lift’s Community House. The role supports individuals and families by providing access to programs, information, nutritious food, and social connection. The Support Worker assists with daily operations, facilitates engagement, and strengthens community belonging through compassionate, trauma-informed, and culturally safe interactions.
Overview
Job status: Casual
Job title: Support Worker - Community House
Hours of Work: As needed
Work site: Community House
Date Posted: September 8, 2026
Close Date: September 22, 2026
Hourly wage: $29.76 per hour
Reports to : Community Resources Manager
Qualifications
Grade 12 plus one (1) year of recent related experience in community and family services
Experience supporting individuals and families experiencing barriers to participation.
Knowledge of community resources and referral processes in qathet region.
Experience with group facilitation, family programming, or community kitchens considered an asset.
Basic computer skills.
Training in trauma-informed practice,



harm reduction, or non-violent communication preferred.
Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check clearance.
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Skills and Assets
Strong interpersonal and customer-service skills
Active listening and communication skills
Experience supporting nutrition and family programming, including basic food preparation, distribution, and wellness education
Collaborative team player able to work effectively with staff, volunteers, and community partners
Relationship-building skills grounded in respect, compassion, and cultural sensitivity
Ability to foster community connection
Strong organizational skills, including record keeping, attendance tracking, and documentation
Working Condition and Physical Requirements
Work is primarily based at the Community House.
The role involves periods of standing, light lifting, and basic facility upkeep.
May occasionally involve outdoor programming, evening, or weekend work.
Interactions may include individuals experiencing distress or sharing sensitive personal experiences; the ability to respond with calm, respect, and professionalism is essential.
We appreciate all applications, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
We live and work on the homelands and territories of the Tla’amin People. We honour the land, the Tla’amin People, and their treaty and continually seek to strengthen our relationship and responsibilities to them as guests in the territory.
Company Overview Lift Community Services is an community-based non-profit society that offers community programs and services that improve the lives of people living in the qathet Region. We work with people facing barriers and community partners to build relationships, find solutions to community challenges, and mobilize resources to help community members get the support they need to thrive. We offer housing and employment services, and a range of other inclusive, supportive services like literacy supports, food security programs, family services, harm reduction and health care services, complex care housing services, and more.

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