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Job Description
Under the supervision of the Homelessness Outreach Coordinator, the Housing Outreach Support Worker works as a member of a team to provide onsite support, information, crisis intervention, access to food and basic necessities, and referrals to men and women who have experienced homelessness or are at risk of homelessness. Assists clients to live successfully in residential settings, such as supportive housing programs. Identifies client needs and risks, including physical, emotional, social, vocational, and medical, and provides skill building in identified areas. Develops and implements short-term, issue specific intervention plans within program guidelines.
About This Position
- POSTING: 028H25
- STATUS: Temporary Full Time
- CLASSIFICATION: Supportive Housing Worker
- WORK AREA: The Lodge
- EFFECTIVE DATE: April 30th, 2025
- HOURS: 75 hours bi-weekly, 1.0 (FTE)
WORKING: Thursday, Friday, Saturday; 7:30 pm to 8:00 am (12.5 hr Shifts) TL111 - SALARY: Grid 11, Range $27.54 – $31.61 Hourly Temp Wage Adjustment effective Oct 6, 2024, in effect. Temp Grid 11 Wage Range – $31.56 – $33.49. Shift Premiums also in effect.
Education, Training and Experience
- Relevant Diploma in human/social service field,
- One-year recent related experience.
- Valid Level I First Aid Certificate including CPR.
- FoodSafe certification
- Working knowledge of substance abuse issues, crisis intervention, and outreach support.
- Experience and/or training in de-escalation/conflict management
- Current knowledge of available community resources.
Additional Requirements
- Full and valid BC driver’s license and a clean Driver’s Abstract
- A clear Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check
- This position requires union membership.
All positions with CVTS require a clear Criminal Record Check
This posting will remain open until successfully filled. All internal applications received by 08:30am April 10, 2025 will be given first consideration. Please apply in writing to Human Resource Services.
Please apply in writing to Human Resource Services. Applications and resumes may be submitted through careers@cvts.ca or faxed to 250-897-0595.
Thank you.
Human Resource Services