Trauma-Informed Youth Shelter Counselor (Night Shift)

Covenant House Vancouver - Vancouver, BC; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Covenant House Vancouver is seeking a Youth Worker for the Sanctuary Program, supporting at-risk youth in a trauma-informed, harm-reduction setting. The role requires engagement with youth 16–24, crisis intervention, and coordination of services on a low-barrier path to wellbeing.

Expect frontline work with exposure to trauma, overdose risks, and demanding hours. Vaccination proof is required, and training is provided. Schedule: Fri–Sun 8pm–8am.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in related social service field.
• Minimum 3 years full-time experience in a similar low barrier role.
• Experience with homelessness or housing instability among youth.
• First Aid & Non-Violent Crisis Intervention is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome youth, assess immediate needs, and provide practical resources.
• Initiate and maintain relationships with at-risk youth 16-24 years of age.
• Orient new youth, complete program intake/admission.
• Assist clients in exiting street life and connecting to supports.
• Work with youth to address needs and goals.
• Accompany youth to appointments and crisis support.
• Provide crisis intervention, including overdose response and Naloxone administration.
• Document client notes, write incident reports, and manage case files.
• Coordinate youth meetings and life skills activities.
• Attend all training as directed by the Team Leader.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Situational awareness

Trauma-informed practice

Youth homelessness awareness

Professional boundaries

Computer skills

Cultural safety

Physical ability

Education

Diploma or degree in related social service

First Aid & Non-Violent Crisis Intervention

Job description

Covenant House Vancouver is seeking a Youth Worker for the Sanctuary Program, supporting at-risk youth in a trauma-informed, harm-reduction setting. The role requires engagement with youth 16–24, crisis intervention, and coordination of services on a low-barrier path to wellbeing.

Expect frontline work with exposure to trauma, overdose risks, and demanding hours. Vaccination proof is required, and training is provided. Schedule: Fri–Sun 8pm–8am.