Program Support Worker

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Company : Lookout Housing and Health Society

Location : Grosvenor CLBC, Surrey (15 minute walk from Gateway Skytrain)

Employment Status : Casual

Salary : $31.56 - 33.28 (depending on seniority)

Application deadline : January 2, 2025 5 : 00pm

Job Summary

The Program Support Worker reports to the Program Manager or designate and works in accordance with the mission and philosophy of Lookout Housing and Health Society including following Lookout’s Code of Ethics. The Program Support Worker carries out a variety of duties related to the operation of the facility including accepting referrals based on predetermined criteria, intake and orienting guests, providing resources that meet the mental, developmental and / or physical disabilities of the guests. This position deals with the public, other service agencies and professionals involved in the resource of the guests.

Days and Hours of Work

7 days a week, day, afternoon / evening and overnight shifts, weekdays, weekends and holidays. Shifts are 7.5 hours in length. Days of rest are consecutive. Schedule may change with two weeks’ notice. Probationary / qualifying period is 488 hours with mid and end point reviews.

Job Duties

• Participate in tenant intakes and provide support services and assessments.
• Identify challenges for tenants, develop service plans, crisis intervention, and administer finances and medication.
• Ensure that basic needs are met by working closely with individuals on a long-term, ongoing basis.
• Complete required paperwork and maintain statistical and evaluative data.
• Assist with volunteers and practicum students on site.
• Travel as required; use of an automobile may be useful.
• Assist clients with activities of daily living such as feeding, lifts and transfers, grooming, and toileting.
• Remain alert and attentive during working hours; sleeping during shifts is not permitted.
• Comply with and contribute to all aspects of the health and safety program.

Qualifications & Competence

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Internal Application Notice

Internal applicants must apply through 'Career Opportunities' on SAP. External applicants will be reviewed after Internal.

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