Program Assistant (Weekdays)

The Salvation Army; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization located in British Columbia is seeking a Supportive Housing Front Desk Worker. This role involves providing a safe environment within a housing program while actively engaging with tenants to handle inquiries and complaints. Successful candidates will have a strong service ethic, adaptability to change, and a willingness to work with diverse backgrounds. Must have Grade 12 education and some related experience. The position offers a competitive wage within the range of $19.23 to $19.61 per hour with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• One year of prior related experience, including frontline work in social service.
• Must be adaptable to change and frequent interruptions.
• Ability to maintain a friendly disposition with the public.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe and secure environment in the supportive housing program.
• Respond to tenant inquiries and complaints according to standards.
• Conduct wellness checks as required.

Skills

Strong service ethic

Adaptability to change

Team-oriented

Problem solving

Personable

Organized

Education

Grade 12 education or equivalent

Completion of a 2-year Community College program

CPR, First Aid and Non-Violent Crisis Training

Job description

Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world‑wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith‑and‑values‑based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description

POSITION PURPOSE SUMMARY:

The Supportive Housing Front Desk Worker will be responsible for ensuring a safe and secure environment in the supportive housing program and responding to tenant inquiries and complaints in accordance with the program plan, contractual agreements, Salvation Army standards, best practices and identified tenant needs. They will report directly to the Program Supervisor.

Basic Functions / Responsibilities

• Acts as the main point of contact for all tenants
• Handles inquiries and complaints from tenants
• Conducts wellness checks where required
• Consistently demonstrates respect and empathy for all guests
• Maintains availability for personal, practical, and moral support
• Answers the program department telephone and records / remits messages
• Accurately records day‑to‑day happenings
• Liaises with referral sources and other external agencies as needed, provides referrals for tenants where required
• Ensures ongoing monitoring of policies
• Performs other assigned job‑related duties as required to ensure a safe and secure environment

Written and Verbal Communication

• Accurately records day‑to‑day happenings using appropriate methods
• Maintains logbooks and completes incident reports

Critical Relationship Management

Governance Boards and Councils: None

Internal: tenants of supportive housing, staff, and volunteers

External: guests of supportive housing, community members and community groups / organizations.

Managerial / Technical Leadership Responsibility

• Reports directly to: Program Supervisor
• Direct reports for this position: N/A
• May show others how to perform certain procedures

Financial and Materials Management

• The incumbent is involved in minor financial matters regularly, or on a relief basis, or has responsibility for the wise use of his / her own resources.
• The incumbent may be authorized to spend, disburse, or collect small amounts of cash.
• The incumbent has no input into the annual budget.

Working Conditions

• The incumbent’s work environment is typically in a supportive housing facility which operates 24 hours per day
• The incumbent might require to lift or move items up to 30 lb with no assistance from others
• The incumbent will work under the following disagreeable conditions:
• Isolation
• Monotony
  • Odors
  • Dealing with angry people
  • Verbal abuse
  • Work schedule affecting lifestyle
  • Exposure to bodily fluids, bodily waste
  • Exposure to drugs and alcohol
• The incumbent may have little to no travel required.
• The incumbent carries a pager / walkie talkie and will work shifts.
• The job incumbent may be exposed to the risk of minor to moderate injury or illness due to:
• Physical attacks by others
• Exposure to infections diseases
• Exposure to bodily fluids
• Sharp objects
• Other dangerous situations

Concentration Required

The performance of the job requires continuously monitoring the environment, frequently interacting with tenants, attentive listening, and moderate attention when recording information.

The above responsibilities must be performed in keeping with The Salvation Army’s Mission, Vision and Values, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct.

Education and Experience Qualifications

Education, Qualifications and Certifications

• Grade 12 education or equivalent is required
• Completion of a 2‑year Community College program will be a strong asset
• Criminal Record Check
• CPR, First Aid and Non‑Violent Crisis Training an asset
• Computer ability

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements

• The incumbent must have more up to one year of prior related experience, including experience with frontline work in a social service setting.
• Skills and Capabilities:
  • Strong service ethic and a friendly disposition with the public
  • Adaptability to change and frequent interruptions
  • Team oriented and able to take initiative
  • Willingness to work with people from diverse cultural backgrounds
  • Problem solving
  • Personable
  • Organized

The salary range is based on the Collective Agreement, not any other factors.

Compensation

The target hiring range for this position is $19.23 to $19.61 with a maximum of $19.98. Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [e-mail] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.