Powell River, British Columbia, Canada • CA$29.76 - CA$31.64 Casual Temporary Entry Level Posted 14 Oct 2026 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 collaborative, 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. As a member of the Overdoes Prevention Site (OPS) team, the Support Worker assists people who use substances by providing harm reduction services, supporting referrals to health and social services, and encouraging safe use practices in a welcoming, low-barrier environment.

The role contributes to a respectful and secure space by collaborating with peers, staff, and community partners, and supporting participants in accessing the resources they choose.

Casual Support

Worker - OPS Hourly wage:



$29.76 – $31.64 per hour Community Health Services Manager Familiarity with mental health, addiction services, and community resources.

Experience in social services, community health, harm reduction, or a related field. Awareness of local “street culture.” Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check clearance. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to provide respectful, non-judgmental support to diverse participants Ability to connect participants with community, health, and social service resources Ability to maintain cleanliness, follow infection control practices, and support site operations Strong organizational skills, including inventory monitoring and basic administrative support 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. #

📌 Care Support Assistant - Temporary Casual (Powell River)
🏢 Lift Community Services of qathet Society
📍 Powell River