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Tenant Support Worker

Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
Mid Level
Full-Time
Temporary

Top Benefits

Night Premium

About the role

Lookout Housing and Health Society is a charitable organization and social safety net that provides housing and a range of support services to adults, with low or no income, who have few, if any, housing or support options. As the people we serve have challenges meeting basic needs and goals, we place minimal barriers between them and our services. We believe that helping people help themselves is essential in addressing homelessness and all the issues that surround it. Securing appropriate housing is the first and most essential step in achieving independence for individuals. For more information about Lookout, please visit www.lookoutsociety.ca Employment Status Full Time - Temporary until incumbent return Header 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. Because the people we serve have challenges meeting basic needs and goals, we place minimal barriers between them and our services. For more information about Lookout, please visit www.lookoutsociety.ca Location Cole Starnes ResidenceDays and Hours of work Sunday through ThursdayShift times will be 23:30 - 07:30 Hours Shifts are 7.5 hours in length Days of rest shall be consecutive. Schedule may change with two weeks’ notice Probationary/qualifying period will be 488 hours with mid and end point reviews Night premium will be given to staff that work 50% or more of their shift between 00:00-08:00 Hours Salary $33.49 - 35.31 depending upon applicants' length of seniority (as per the Collective Agreement)  Job Summary The Tenant Support Worker (TSW) reports to the Site Manager and works in accordance with the mission and philosophy of Lookout Housing and Health Society, including following Lookout’s Code of Ethics. The TSW works with residents to provide assistance, support, education, and skills training. The TSW will work with tenants to maintain and develop greater independence and stability with the goal of a healthier and more independent living arrangement.   This role requires the ability to maintain a clean-shaven area where a respirator seal contacts the face and to successfully complete annual fit testing for a half-mask respirator, in alignment with WorkSafeBC and organizational safety requirements.Job Duties

Will participate in tenant intakes, and provide support services and assessments
Will identify challenges for tenants, develop service plans, crisis intervention, and administer finances and medication
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
Some external work is likely to occur; use of an automobile may, at times, be useful
Employees are expected to remain alert and attentive during working hours. Sleeping during shifts is not permitted
Responsible for complying with and contributing to all aspects of health and safety program

Qualifications & Competence Education, Training and Experience

Diploma in Community Social Service
Class 5 BC Drivers’ License (*Only if required)
OFA 1 First Aid Certificate
Food Safe Certificate (*Only if required)
Recent related experience of two (2) year’s OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience OR other qualifications determined to be reasonable and relevant to the work.
A minimum of two (2) years sobriety if having alcohol and/or drug problems.
Criminal Record Clearance – Vulnerable Sector

Skills and Abilities

Knowledge/familiarity with related resources such as: Mental Health, Income Assistance, 
Harm Reduction, Trauma Informed Practice, Addictions Support organizations, etc. 
Ability to carry out the duties of the position
Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others
Ability to operate related equipment
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Ability to organize and prioritize work 
Ability to observe and recognize changes in guests
Ability to establish and maintain rapport with guests
Home management skills
Ability to instruct
Suitability to work with disadvantaged and challenging adults in a diverse environment.
Ability to analyze and resolve problems
Conflict resolution and crisis intervention skills
Advocacy Skills

Closing Date Applications will be accepted until July 14, 2026 at 5:00 pm  “All employees, including laid off and displaced employees, are entitled to apply on the vacancy and be considered pursuant to the provisions of Article 12.9.” Internal applicants must apply through "Career Opportunities" on SAP. External applicants will be reviewed after Internal.  ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WELCOME TO APPLY. THOSE SHORT-LISTED WILL BE CONTACTED. c. BCGEU, Shop Steward  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 environment.  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 environment.

“All employees, including laid off and displaced employees, are entitled to apply on the vacancy and be considered pursuant to the provisions of Article 12.9.” Internal applicants must notify manager of intent to apply. External applicants will be reviewed after Internal.

ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WELCOME TO APPLY. THOSE SHORT-LISTED WILL BE CONTACTED.

c. BCGEU

About Lookout Housing and Health society

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Lookout Housing and Health Society is a charitable organization and social safety net.

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. Because the people we serve have challenges meeting basic needs and goals, we place minimal barriers between them and our services.

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