ON-CALL/CASUAL THW
Posted 17 hours ago
Job Details
Category
Location
Salary
25.950 to 29.760 per hour
Job Description
Seeking:
We are seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals interested in joining our team to support unhoused families.
This is a meaningful opportunity to support families in need within a safe, structured, and caring environment.
Positions may include training and work in the following areas:
- Housekeeping and facility upkeep
- Family support work (assisting residents with daily needs and resources)
- Awake overnight staffing
- Food preparation and cooking for residents
What we are looking for:
Candidates must be open to shift work, including evenings, overnight, and weekends. We provide training for all roles, so prior experience is an asset but not required. We value reliability, teamwork, empathy, and a strong commitment to supporting vulnerable families.
Location:
We are located in a family-friendly neighbourhood on the West Side of Vancouver.
If you are interested in making a positive impact in your community, we would love to hear from you.
Commencement: Immediately
Qualifications:
- Education/experience: At least Grade 12 or equivalent work experience
- Knowledge areas:
- Family crisis situations (violence, child protection, trauma)
- Mental health, addictions, HIV/AIDS
- Cross-cultural awareness, especially working with Indigenous communities, refugees, and marginalized groups
Skills:
- Strong communication (both speaking and writing)
- Conflict resolution
- Ability to work both independently and in a team
- Community awareness:
- Familiarity with local support services and resources
Job expectations:
- You won’t have just one role—you may rotate between: Housekeeper, Cook, Family Support Worker, and Awake Night Staff
- Shift work is required, including: Nights, Weekends, Evenings
- Hours may change depending on shelter needs (so flexibility is key)
- Be willing to be trained in the following positions: Housekeeper, Cook, Family Support Worker and Awake Night Staff.
- Criminal record check
- Medical clearance (including TB test)
- First Aid & CPR certification (or willingness to get it)
- Food Safe certification (or willingness to get it)
- Must join a union
Other notes:
- Open to all genders
- Indigenous (Aboriginal) applicants are strongly encouraged to apply
- Fluency in multiple languages is an asset
Closing Date:
- May 23, 2026, 1pm.
Ability to commute:
- Vancouver, BC V6J 2L3: reliably commute
Work Location:
- In person
Application closing date is 2026-06-22
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