Shelter Support Worker
Job No:
VAFC3
Location:
Vancouver
Job Description
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Employment Type: Casual
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Hours Per Week: up to 37.5
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Working Hours: 7.5 hr per day
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Wage: $20.57
- Casual dress
About Us
The Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre Society (VAFCS) is a non-profit charitable organization serving the Urban Aboriginal community with a mandate to provide programs and services that will contribute to the cultural, educational, social, economic, and recreational development of Urban Aboriginal people. The Society manages twenty-three programs and services through three locations in Vancouver. The Friendship Centre at 1607 East Hastings is a community-led organization creating meaningful change for the Urban Aboriginal Population that we serve. VAFCS is currently seeking an individual connected with Indigenous community, highly organized, and self-motivated to work with us The ideal candidate has Aboriginal life experience or has worked in the Metro Vancouver Aboriginal community with firsthand knowledge of the common life experience of Aboriginal Peoples. Qualified Aboriginal candidate are preferred in accordance with Section 41 of the BC Humans Rights Code.
Summary:
The purpose of this position is to provide a high standard of shelter care and maintenance service that, meets applicable health and safety regulations for any or all facilities, equipment and infrastructure owned and operated by the Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Center Society and Aboriginal Shelter. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Casual, Weekday and Weekend shifts
Duties include: coordinating client concerns and issues amongst Shelter employees; reporting on any client illness, drug/alcohol related issues or concerns; conducting wakeup calls for clients; dispersing blankets to clients; maintaining professional relationships with clients; maintaining facility cleanliness inside and outside; maintaining shelter safety & security; developing strong networking with non-Aboriginal services; serving food to guests; maintaining mileage records for VAFCS vehicle; transporting daily supplies; washing and drying laundry for cleaning (as assigned); performing daily steaming and Vaseline of the facility where necessary; ability to rotate shifts; performing other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Minimum 2 years related employment experience working with people experiencing homelessness or poverty and other societal issues
First Aid Certificate (WCB Occupational Level 1 or equivalent), Food Safe Certificate, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certificate, Criminal Record Check, Overtime as required.
Ability to lift bins weighing up to 50lbs
Valid Drivers License Class 4 (an asset)
Demonstrated knowledge of the Downtown East Side and services and supports that are provided.
Effective verbal and written communication skills. High degree of resourcefulness, flexibility, and adaptability.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Cultural and social sensitivity to other people’s experiences.
Ability to be non judgmental and empathetic to people's situations.
Strong customer service focus towards all guests.
Demonstrated accountability and reliability.
Knowledge of Aboriginal culture, spirituality, and community.
Understanding and commitment to staff and guest privacy.
Working Conditions: May be exposed to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including exposure to the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses. Interact with residents, family members, staff, visitors, and government agencies. Intermittent physical activity including walking, standing, sitting, lifting, and supporting guests.
Schedule:
8 hour shift Day shift, Evening shift, Holidays, Monday to Friday, Night shift, On call, Weekends as needed
First Aid Certification? (preferred)Naloxone training? (preferred)
Work Location: In person
These positions require union membership with the BC General Employees Union.
Thank you to everyone who applies. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please submit your resume via email to jobs@vafcs.org
Position is open until filled.
Qualified Aboriginal candidate are preferred in accordance with Section 41 of the BC Humans Rights Code.