Shelter Support Worker at The Elizabeth Fry Society of Greater Vancouver
Surrey, BC, Canada -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 May, 25

Salary

25.0

Posted On

10 Feb, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

No

Telecommute

No

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Case Management, Disabilities, Mental Health, Legislation, Risk Assessment, Communication Skills, Government Services, Crisis Management, Resume, Poverty, Outlook

Industry

Hospital/Health Care

Description

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Degree or Diploma in related field plus one (1) year recent experience in a similar environment or

equivalent combination of education and experience.

  • Must have knowledge of homelessness, women’s mental health issues, substance use and

addiction issues, community resources and issues related to poverty.

  • Good working knowledge of legislation and policies related to Social Assistance & Mental Health

Act.

  • Knowledge and understanding of women with complex need and the government services they

interact with.

  • Understanding of crisis management, risk assessment, overdose response, trauma, gender-

informed practice, and case management.

  • Proficient in MS word, excel, outlook and data entry.
  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
  • Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

MANDATORY JOB REQUIREMENTS:

  • Food Safe Level 1.
  • Standard First Aid with CPR-C.
  • Evidence of COVID-19 vaccination status.
  • Evidence of a Tuberculosis Test and compliance with the TB Control Program.
  • Doctor’s Note of fitness required.
  • Satisfactory Criminal Record Review (Vulnerable Sector Search).
    EFry is committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment where all those participating in
    the organization are valued for their differences. We encourage and welcome applications from all
    qualified individuals, including applicants from all cultures and backgrounds, racialized communities,
    indigenous communities, diverse sexual and gender identities, various religious backgrounds, women,
    and those with disabilities. We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is
    inclusive and barrier free. We encourage applicants to self-identify if they wish to do so.
    Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume to hiring@efry.com with the subject line
    Shelter Support Worker - Rosewood - Line (B7) #24013-RS.
Responsibilities
  • Support the overall functioning of the shelter program and intake and care of the residents.
  • Navigates clients to various forms of housing such as interim housing, shared housing, and

permanent housing placements.

  • Refers clients to agencies and programs that will assist with safe and stable housing, when

appropriate.

  • Develops and implements an individual housing plan for the client.
  • Follows-up with the client weekly to ensure they are making progress towards their housing

placement goals.

  • Connects clients to community resources that will support the goal of permanent housing

acquisition.

  • Provides information and instruction to participants regarding how to complete a housing

application, housing search, tenant rights and responsibilities, including observation of rental
agreement rules.

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