Posting Details ~ Posted on November 5, 2026 On-site Part-Time Type: Internal- Indeterminate Part Time (Permanent) Saturday through Sunday; Program & Location: The Tawow Supportive Housing - Downtown East Side Atira Women's Resource Society (Atira) is a non-profit organization known for its inclusionary hiring practices, values-driven work, and innovative approaches to supporting communities it serves. Rooted in feminist, anti-violence principles, Atira provides housing, programs, and supports for people of all genders, with a continued focus on addressing gendered violence, misogyny, and systemic oppression. Atira believes a job is more than a paycheque – it's an opportunity to contribute to meaningful systemic and social change.

About the Job: Reporting to the Building Manager, the Building Services Worker, is responsible for monitoring the facilities usage (sign in/sign-out), cleaning bathrooms, disposing of refuse, providing harm reduction supplies, responding to emergency situations by either attending or by calling appropriate response team, and monitoring peer support workers.

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Worker is regularly exposed to and in direct contact with dust, dirt, fumes, cleaning and other chemicals, germs and human waste. They are required to maintain the cleanliness and ensure safety for everyone accessing the facilities and report any damage and/or problems in the building to the Building Manager. You are comfortable working in a harm reduction workplace and supporting people who may be experiencing substance use and/or mental wellness challenges.

You support those who choose abstinence while recognizing abstinence is just one option among many. You are inclusive and affirming of people of all genders,



including transgender, Two-Spirit, intersex, transfeminine and non-binary individuals, and understand the realities of gendered violence, misogyny, systemic barriers and how these harms disproportionately impact women. You are sex worker positive – you understand sex work, including survival sex work, as part of a broader social, economic, and gendered context and bring an approach grounded in respect, autonomy, and dignity.

You inspire others through your commitment to anti-violence and promoting equity, prioritize the needs of the communities we serve, and challenge the status quo to improve quality and sustainability. You take smart risks and make thoughtful, timely decisions. Lived experience and connection to the community served are assets.

Atira encourages applications from individuals whose lived experience reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. Programs specifically serving First Nations, Métis, and Inuk women and children, hiring preference will be given to First Nations, Métis, and Inuk women.

Additional Requisites/Assets: One (1) month recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. training can be provided if required) Regular exposure to dust, dirt, fumes, cleaning chemicals, germs, and human waste. All positions are subject to a criminal records review (Paid by Atira) Covid-19 (Including Booster) and annual flu vaccinations are recommended Atira is committed to being an inclusive employer and may be able to connect you with resources to support you in meeting this requirement. Atira is committed to being an inclusive employer and may be able to connect you with resources to support you in meeting this requirement.

📌 Building Services Worker- Tawow (PT DAY) (Vancouver)
🏢 Atira Women's Resource Society
📍 Vancouver