Encampment Support Worker

at  Pacific Community Resources Society

QUALIFICATIONS

• B.A. in a related field plus one-year related experience, or a combination of related work experience/education with vulnerable adults
• Criminal record check including the vulnerable sector
• Standard First-Aid & CPR certificate
• Valid B.C. driver’s license
• Regular access to an insured personal vehicle is required
• Driver’s abstract must be submitted

• Provide culturally competent and trauma-informed outreach support and, where necessary, case management services to the most vulnerable population in Abbotsford District.
• Provide support and coordination with Abbotsford City Police, Bylaw and Security officers as planned/requested through the shift.
• Supportive conversations and on-site needs assessments with high-risk individuals
• Safe transportation to hospital or shelter.
• Provision of basic needs and harm reduction supplies, including naloxone.
• Coordinate already-existing resources and provide referral and advocacy for appropriate new supports.
• Support and connection to BC Housing in order to mitigate further homelessness.
• Provide a safe warm handoff to appropriate referred supports.
• Provide coordination and follow-through with the identified team to establish the most effective wrap-around support.
• Keep daily case notes for clients who are case managed through our internal case management system.
• Keep a daily log of activities and collection of stats for reporting purposes and communication with the rest of the team.