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Support Worker - Shelter (Part-time)
Lift Community Services of qathet Society —Powell River, BC
- $29.76–$31.64 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- High school diploma or GED
- Communication skills
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Support Worker - Supportive Housing/Shelter (Casual)
Lift Community Services of qathet Society —Powell River, BC
- $29.76–$31.64 an hour
- Temporary
- High school diploma or GED
- Communication skills
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Support Worker - Shelter (Full-time)
Lift Community Services of qathet Society —Powell River, BC
- $29.76–$31.64 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- High school diploma or GED
- Communication skills
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Support Worker - iOAT (casual)
Lift Community Services of qathet Society —Powell River, BC
- $27.92–$29.60 an hour
- Temporary
- High school diploma or GED
- First Aid Certification
- Organizational skills
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Homelessness Outreach Worker
BC Housing —Powell River, BC
- $64,991.02–$75,143.40 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Travel

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Support Worker - Shelter (Part-time)
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Familiarity with mental health, addiction services, and community resources. The Support Worker provides front-line, direct support to shelter clients by…
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Support Worker - Supportive Housing/Shelter (Casual)
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Support Worker - Shelter (Part-time)

Lift Community Services of qathet Society
Powell River, BC

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Job details

Permanent | Part-time
$29.76–$31.64 an hour
1 day ago

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Incident response
Communication skills

Full job description

Lift Community Services focuses on helping all people thrive in the qathet region by reducing social inequities and by providing support and advocacy for anyone who needs it. Our vision is a welcoming, inclusive, and diversity-affirming community that is free of poverty and full of heart. At Lift, we believe a thriving, sustainable community comes from a collaborative, equitable, future-focused approach.

Our programs and services include employment services, supportive housing and homeless outreach, literacy programs and outreach, immigrant services, adult and family on-demand support. We also provide community leadership and development in overdose response planning, poverty reduction planning, and other projects that develop a more connected and resilient community.

The Position

The Support Worker provides front-line, direct support to shelter clients by assisting with daily living activities, responding to immediate needs, and promoting safety, dignity, and inclusion. Working collaboratively with Lift staff, the role contributes to a respectful, team-based environment by sharing information, supporting harm-reduction practices, and communicating safety concerns in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Overview

Available Positions: 1
Job status: Part-time (33 hours per week)
Job title: Support Worker - Shelter
Hours of Work: 8am-8pm and 8pm-8am (12 hour shifts)
Work site: Driftwood Shelter (Barnet St)
Date Posted: June 2, 2026
Close Date: June 16, 2026
Hourly wage: $29.76 – $31.64 per hour * plus applicable shift premiums
Reports to: Housing Services Manager

Qualifications

High school completion required
1 Year Employment Experience
Knowledge of the Housing First model and harm reduction practices
Familiarity with mental health, addiction services, and community resources
Successful Vulnerable Sector Check and/or Criminal Record Check required

Skills

Basic understanding of street culture
Reliable, responsive, and supportive team member
Demonstrates excellent communication and active listening skills
Demonstrates concise and ethical documenting skills
Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain client confidentiality
Demonstrates professional boundaries
Demonstrates understanding of emergency response protocol
Ability to remain alert and perform tasks in a demanding environment
Ability to remain calm and responsive during crisis incident response
Contributes to a culturally safe environment

Working Condition and Physical Requirements

12-hour night shifts in a temporary shelter environment
Attends to medical emergencies including overdoses, injuries, and mental health crises
Navigates stairs and uses cleaning products and equipment
Safely lifts up to 50lbs
Collaborates as part of a team with high expectations for accountability, inclusivity, and respect

We appreciate all applications, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We live and work on the homelands and territories of the Tla’amin People. We honour the land, the Tla’amin People, and their treaty and continually seek to strengthen our relationship and responsibilities to them as guests in the territory.

Company Overview

Lift Community Services is an community-based non-profit society that offers community programs and services that improve the lives of people living in the qathet Region. We work with people facing barriers and community partners to build relationships, find solutions to community challenges, and mobilize resources to help community members get the support they need to thrive. We offer housing and employment services, and a range of other inclusive, supportive services like literacy supports, food security programs, family services, harm reduction and health care services, complex care housing services, and more.

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