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Job Description / Duties

Job Posting #1196

Tenant Support Worker, Part Time Plus Permanent – Tamura House, Vancouver

Schedule is Friday through Monday, 23:00/00:00 – 07:00/08:00 Hours

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 responsible and independent individuals. For more information about Lookout, please visit www.lookoutsociety.ca.

Position 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.

Qualifications / Required Skills

• Related Diploma or Certificate; or minimum Grade 12 education plus two (2) years of recent related experience;
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 two doses of COVID 19 Vaccine
• Crisis Intervention Skills Training is an asset
• Class 4 driver's Licence is an asset
• Ability to work independently or in a team setting
• Strong ability to manage stress and organize workload
• Excellent communication, writing, documentation, and organizational skills
• Ability to understand and maintain clientele/worker boundaries
• Ability to work with disadvantaged and challenging adults in a diverse environment
• Quick learner and self-motivated
• Strong physical and mental ability to perform work tasks and operate job related equipment
• A minimum two (2) years of sobriety if you have had concerns related to alcohol and/or drug use
• Criminal Record Clearance for the Vulnerable Sector

Additional Information

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.

Salary: $30.64 per hour

Contact Information

TO APPLY: Submit cover letter and resume, and quote Job Posting # in subject line to: Richard@lookoutsociety.ca

CLOSING DATE: Applications will be accepted until January 05, 2024 at 5:00pm

*Only those short-listed will be contacted. No phone calls please.

Employer Profile

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 responsible and independent individuals. For more information about Lookout, please visit www.lookoutsociety.ca