Casual Personal Support Worker — Harm-Reduction Focus

MPA Society; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

MPA Society's Main Street Program in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside is seeking a Casual Personal Support Worker. Located at 162 Main Street, the program offers 68 self-contained units and focuses on helping participants maintain independence.

The PSW provides assistance, supports daily living, medication help, hygiene, housekeeping, and connects clients with community resources, while reporting and documenting progress.

Qualifications

• BC Care Aide and Community Health Worker Registry registration required.
• Resident Care Attendant Certificate or related degree preferred.
• Two years recent related experience preferred.
• Equivalent education/experience may be considered.
• CPR, First Aid, and Food Safe certificates required.
• Criminal Record Check required.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with activities of daily living including hygiene and housekeeping.
• Participate in case planning with clients and healthcare providers.
• Advocate for clients in housing, finances, and community resources.
• Monitor emergencies and de-escalate as needed; report medical/behavioral issues.
• Provide medication support and meal program assistance.
• Complete records and documentation such as care plans and logs.

Skills

Communication

Independence

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Medication support

Education

BC Care Aide Registry

Care attendant certificate/related degree

Two years related experience

CPR/First Aid/ Food Safe

Criminal Record Check

Job description

MPA Society's Main Street Program in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside is seeking a Casual Personal Support Worker. Located at 162 Main Street, the program offers 68 self-contained units and focuses on helping participants maintain independence.

The PSW provides assistance, supports daily living, medication help, hygiene, housekeeping, and connects clients with community resources, while reporting and documenting progress.