Indigenous Housing Support Worker (Evenings & Weekends)

Homeward Trust Edmonton; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Edmonton seeks a Program Support Worker to provide onsite support in a Permanent Supportive Housing setting. This role involves ensuring tenant safety, maintaining clean common areas, and guiding residents towards necessary resources. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Indigenous cultures, compassion, and the ability to work with vulnerable populations. Flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, are required.

Benefits

Diverse and inclusive work environment

Opportunity to make a significant impact in the community

Qualifications

• Practical understanding of Indigenous historical and cultural contexts.
• Experience with client-centered care and harm reduction models.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain a safe environment for tenants.
• Conduct regular building walk-throughs to identify hazards.
• Complete documentation of shift activities and incidents.

Skills

Understanding of Indigenous cultures

Ability to work with culturally diverse people

Compassion and empathy

Education

Experience working with vulnerable populations

Knowledge of Housing First practices

Job description

A community-focused organization in Edmonton seeks a Program Support Worker to provide onsite support in a Permanent Supportive Housing setting. This role involves ensuring tenant safety, maintaining clean common areas, and guiding residents towards necessary resources. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Indigenous cultures, compassion, and the ability to work with vulnerable populations. Flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, are required.