Location: Powell River/qathet Regional District
Schedule: As scheduled – (8am-8pm) and/or 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: Casual
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 environment
Working Condition and Physical Requirements 12-hour day and night shifts in a fast-paced supportive housing/shelter 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 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 cooperative, equitable, future-focused approach.
The Support Worker contributes to a safe, supportive, and inclusive living environment by supporting tenants and guests 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 and guest support, communicates safety concerns, and contributes to a respectful, team-based environment.
Reports to: Housing Services Manager
We appreciate all applications, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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📌 Support Worker – Supportive Housing/Shelter (Casual) (British Columbia)
🏢 Powell River Educational Services Society
📍 British Columbia