Transitional Housing Worker (6-Month Term)Job Category: Transition House WorkerRequisition Number: TRANS001112LocationsShowing 1 locationThe 1.1.2.11228 131 StreetSurrey, BC V3T0T6, CANPay or shift range: $30.86 CAD to $32.18 CAD Pay range is shown as an hourly rate. PCRS operates on a fixed wage grid with a step increase typically granted after one year of employment.DescriptionWage Grid 13Last Date to Apply:October 22, 2026About the ProgramThe 1.1.2.Is a transitional housing initiative for young adults ages 18–24in Surrey, operating a 30‐bed residence with 24‐hour staffing and support. Residents live in a substance‐free environmentand receive individualized, one‐to‐one support focused on building life skills, setting goals, and participating in structured group activities that promote stability and independence. As youth prepare to transition, The 1.1.2. provides housing search and transition planning, moving assistance, landlord advocacy and mediation, and coordination with social workers and other systems partners to support successful moves into safe, stable, and affordable independent housing.Hours & Conditions of WorkTerm Full TimeTerm Length: 6 Months, November 2026 to May 2027Work Hours - 37.5 hours weekly - Rotating AM/PM schedule, Sunday - Thursday/Tuesday - SaturdayMust be able to lift up to 50 lbs.Position SummaryThe Transitional Housing Worker will provide one-on-one support, life skills and individualized goals as well as group activities such as meetings and unit checks.This position involves developing relationships with youth as well as liaising with professionals such as social workers, school personnel, and community staff. The Workers provide housing search support, moving assistance, landlord advocacy, mediation and liaise with social workers to support youth to find,



secure and move in to safe and affordable independent housing.Successful applicants will bring their passion for youth work, experience in housing, and knowledge of supporting diverse youth from many cultural backgrounds.ResponsibilitiesDevelops supportive and engaging relationships with youth, developing individualized service plans in consultation with youth participantsAssists youth in maintaining program expectations such as attending house meetings, maintaining house cleanliness, supporting participants to attend school, work or volunteer opportunities and maintaining connection with their other support workersMaintains accurate case notes, monitoring youth progress, engagement and participation in the programProvides housing search support, moving assistance, landlord advocacy, mediation and liaise with social workers to support youth to find, secure and move in to protected and affordable housingProvides housing and life skills supports to youth residing in our Semi-independent living homes programParticipates and engage in a collaborative and effective staff teamCommunicates effectively with coworkers and staff, and participate in team effortsParticipates in professional development and trainingAbility to respond to crisis scenarios using agency protocols and ethicsEffective team collaboration skillsExperience creating and working within a culturally inclusive environment for staff, partners, and participantsStrong verbal, interpersonal, presentation, and written communication skillsExcellent time management skills and the ability to handle multiple, often conflicting prioritiesQualificationsEducationRequired2-Year Diploma or better in Child and Youth Care or related field.PreferredBachelor's Degree or better in Child and Youth Care or related field.ExperienceRequired2 years:Experience working with vulnerable and unhoused young people

📌 Transitional Housing Worker (6-Month Term) (Surrey)
🏢 PCRS
📍 Surrey