Who We Are For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges.

We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship.

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Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world. This is an evergreen posting used to build a talent pipeline for future Shelter Worker vacancies. Why Work at Belkin House Shelter Community Residential Facility Belkin House is a well-established emergency shelter Community Residential Facility in Vancouver, known for its commitment to offer safety, dignity, and compassionate care for individuals utilizing their services reintegration, accountability, and respect.

The team plays a critical role in supporting individuals in crises and being a transforming influence in our community. transition back into the community, working closely with the Correctional Service of Canada and community partners. Working at an emergency shelter like Belkin House allows team members to contribute to a space where people, in vulnerable situations, feel protected, heard, and valued. Shelter workers also gain purpose through service, teamwork, and the chance to help clients move toward greater stability and hope.

Shelter workers support the safe, respectful, and effective operation of the shelter by monitoring guest activities, setting boundaries based on program policies, maintaining facility safety, and providing practical and compassionate support to individuals experiencing homelessness. The role upholds The Salvation Army’s mission, policies,



and safety standards while contributing to a positive, structured, and supportive shelter environment. Monitor guest activity and maintain shelter policies and restrictions Inspect neighboring properties and safely remove paraphernalia in accordance with the Good Neighbour Policy Safeguard confidential guest information at all times Provide practical, personal, and moral support to guests games, crafts, sports) Liaise with external agencies and referral partners as required Attend staff meetings, training, and workshops as directed Foster a positive, respectful, and team-oriented work environment Perform general administrative and reception duties as needed Post-secondary education in Social Services or a related field, or equivalent experience Training in crisis intervention, conflict resolution, and mediation Vulnerability Assessment Tool (VAT) training.

Minimum one year experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness Knowledge of homelessness, mental health, addiction, and concurrent disorders Criminal Record Check (Criminal Records Review Program) Intermediate computer skills Universal Precautions Immunization for Hepatitis B Vaccination against Tuberculosis. The salary range is based on the Collective Agreement, not any other factors.

Compensation: The target hiring range for this position is $25.10 to $25.35 with a maximum of $25.60. Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role. Our employees are motivated by the fulfillment and meaning they experience as they serve people in need across Canada and Bermuda.

We deeply value the relationships we build in the workplace, as well as the opportunities given to us such as the potential to experience flexibility at work, receive health and dental advantages, paid vacation and sick time, RRSP’s, as well as to expand our skills and advance our careers as together we build a culture of continuous learning and growth.

📌 1st & 2nd shift workers needed!! Immediate HIRE ! (Vancouver)
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