Powell River, British Columbia, Canada CA$29.76 - CA$31.64

Casual Temporary Entry Level

Posted 14 Oct 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 cooperative, 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 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.

Overview

Job status: Casual on Call

Hours of Work: As scheduled - (8am-8pm) and/or night shifts (8pm-8am)

Work site: Supportive Housing or Shelter

Date Posted: October 14, 2026

Close Date: October 28, 2026

Hourly wage: $29.76 - 31.64 per hour, plus applicable shift premiums

Reports to : Housing Services Manager

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 / 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

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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📌 Support Worker - Supportive Housing/Shelter (Casual) (British Columbia)
🏢 Lift Community Services of qathet Society
📍 British Columbia