02 Nov
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Lookout Housing + Health Society
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Canada
02 Nov
Lookout Housing + Health Society
Canada
Program Support Worker Lookout Housing and Health Society Casual We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Grosvenor CLBC 7 days a week, day, afternoon/evening and overnight shifts, weekdays, weekends and holidays Shifts are 7.5hours in length The Program Support Worker reports to the Program Manager or designate and works in accordance with the mission and philosophy of Lookout Housing and Health Society including following Lookout’s Code of Ethics. The Program Support Worker carries out a variety of duties related to the operation of the facility including accepting referrals based on predetermined criteria, intake and orienting guests, providing Resource that meets the mental, developmental and/or physical disabilities of the guests. This position deals with the public, other service agencies and professionals involved in the Resource of the guests. This position requires successful completion of respirator fit testing, as Lookout is COR (Certificate of Recognition) certified and must comply with WorkSafeBC health and safety requirements. To ensure a proper respirator seal during fit testing and use, employees are required to be clean-shaven where the respirator seals against the face. Will participate in tenant intakes,
and provide support services and assessments Ensure that basic needs are met by working closely with individuals on a long-term, ongoing basis Complete required paperwork and maintain statistical and evaluative data Assist with volunteers and practicum students on site use of an automobile may, at times, be useful Assists clients with activities of daily living such as feeding, lifts and transfers, grooming, and toileting Sleeping during shifts is not permitted Diploma in Community Social Services or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience Familiarity with community resources, particularly addiction, mental health, and harm reduction Must have current Occupational First Aid Level 1 Certificate Must have Class 5 driver's License, Drivers Abstract and Business Insurance Crisis Intervention Skills Training is an asset Excellent communication, writing, documentation, and organizational skills Ability to work with disadvantaged and challenging adults in a diverse environment Criminal Record Clearance for the Vulnerable Sector Lookout Housing and Health Society is committed to empowering people from different races, gender, age, religion, identities and unique experiences. We welcome everyone from diverse backgrounds and encourage them to apply in order to foster an inclusive setting.
📌 Temporary Support Worker, Part Time (Canada)
🏢 Lookout Housing + Health Society
📍 Canada