Overnight Residential Support Worker (Youth Shelter)

Boys and Girls Club Okanagan; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive culture

Professional development

Trauma response team

Job summary

BGC Okanagan is seeking a Residential Worker for the Emergency Youth Shelter in Kelowna, BC. You will provide direct support to youth, covering overnight shifts, to address physical, emotional, social, educational, housing, and medical needs.

This temporary role supports leaves through Sept 30, 2026 or until the incumbent returns, offering professional development and a trauma-responsive team to assist in caring for vulnerable youth.

Qualifications

• Certificate in a related human or social services field.
• Minimum of one year of recent, relevant experience.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
• Successful completion of the Agency’s screening process, including a criminal record check.

Responsibilities

• Participate in case management and care planning by conducting assessments and helping develop PSPs for residents.
• Coordinate with counsellors and supports to develop PSPs that help residents achieve goals and prepare progress reports.
• Provide life skills training such as meal preparation, housekeeping, personal care, and financial management; connect residents to services.
• Transport and support residents to appointments, shopping, and activities; engage residents in activities aligned with PSPs.
• Promote safety through person-centered care and early intervention; respond to emergencies and report incidents.
• Administer or monitor medications per policy; may administer Naloxone in emergencies following training.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation, including logs, youth files, case notes, and incident reports.

Job description

BGC Okanagan is seeking a Residential Worker for the Emergency Youth Shelter in Kelowna, BC. You will provide direct support to youth, covering overnight shifts, to address physical, emotional, social, educational, housing, and medical needs.

This temporary role supports leaves through Sept 30, 2026 or until the incumbent returns, offering professional development and a trauma-responsive team to assist in caring for vulnerable youth.