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A community support organization in Kelowna is seeking individuals to provide physical, emotional, and social support to clients in a residential and shelter setting using a harm reduction approach. Candidates must have a relevant diploma or degree and experience in a similar field. Excellent communication skills and the ability to pass a criminal record check are essential. Competitive wages and benefits are offered.
Do you want to assist clients to live successfully in a residential and shelter setting through a harm reduction approach? Do you want to provide physical, emotional, and social support to a diverse adult population? If so, we want to hear from you!
At JHSOK we provide competitive wages within the sector, extended health and dental benefits for eligible employees, and paid time off!
1 x 30 hours per week, Saturday - Monday, 6am - 4pm
1 x 40 hours per week, Sunday - Wednesday, 8pm - 6am
1 x 40 hours per week, Tuesday - Saturday, 12am - 8am
Identify social, economic, recreational, and educational services in the community that meet clients' needs
Assist with case management
Recognize, analyze, and handle potential emergencies to ensure no harm comes to client and/or public
Oversee overdose prevention services, intervene and administer Naloxone in event of overdose
Participate in various client-focused activities
Collect rent as needed
Hourly observation duties
Administer medications to clients as needed
Provide life skills training
Assist clients to appointments, shopping, or outreach activities
Cleaning duties as required
Client note documentation as per program policy
Diploma or degree in social, criminal justice, or behavioural sciences
1-3 years work experience in similar field
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
Class 5 driver's licence, clean driver's abstract, and access to vehicle for work purposes
Able to pass a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check
Valid Basic First Aid certificate
Demonstrated experience using computer software such as Microsoft Office and email in a professional setting, along with a strong ability and eagerness to learn new programs and platforms
We thank all applicants for their time; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process, please let us know!