Community Housing Facilities Attendant

Lookout Housing + Health Society; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

Lookout Housing and Health Society in Vancouver, BC, seeks a Residential Building Attendant for Cordova Residence. The BA reports to the Site Manager and carries out administrative, maintenance and security tasks within the residence, aligning with Lookout’s mission and code of ethics.

The role requires Grade 12 plus two years related experience, current Occupational First Aid Level 1, and the ability to work independently or in a team.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 education plus two (2) years of recent related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Must have current Occupational First Aid Level 1 Certificate
• Crisis Intervention Skills Training is an asset
• Ability to work independently or in a team setting
• Strong ability to manage stress and organize workload
• Excellent communication, writing, documentation, and organizational skills
• Understands and maintains clientele/worker boundaries
• Ability to work with disadvantaged and challenging adults in a diverse environment
• Strong physical and mental ability to perform work tasks and operate job related equipment
• A minimum of two (2) years of sobriety if you have had concerns related to alcohol and/or drug use
• Criminal Record Clearance – Vulnerable Sector

Responsibilities

• Administrative tasks related to property management such as: rent collection, security deposits, petty cash
• Maintenance work and repair duties such as repairing furniture, installing switches, replacing plugs, and other basic appliance repairs
• Prepares estimates of maintenance and repair costs for management
• Performs a variety of cleaning duties, garbage removal, and monitors disposal services
• Monitors condition and cleanliness of client rooms, and ensures a safe and secure environment
• Will assist new staff, oversee volunteers, and work with all staff to ensure facilities meet the needs of guests
• Maintains manual and computerized reports and records on an ongoing basis
• Job duties may have a few disagreeable factors
• Employees are expected to remain alert and attentive during working hours. Sleeping during shifts is not permitted
• Responsible for complying with and contributing to all aspects of health and safety program

Skills

Excellent communication

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Strong organizational skills

Stress management

Education

Grade 12 + 2 years related experience

Occupational First Aid Level 1

Crisis Intervention Skills Training (asset)

Job description

Lookout Housing and Health Society in Vancouver, BC, seeks a Residential Building Attendant for Cordova Residence. The BA reports to the Site Manager and carries out administrative, maintenance and security tasks within the residence, aligning with Lookout’s mission and code of ethics.

The role requires Grade 12 plus two years related experience, current Occupational First Aid Level 1, and the ability to work independently or in a team.