Community Support Worker, Vancouver (Casual)

Union Gospel Mission (Vancouver)•Vancouver, BC

46d•$24 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves supporting community members in Vancouver’s Downtown East Side (DTES) through relationship-building, compassionate care, and practical assistance. The role focuses on engaging individuals with dignity and respect, fostering trust, and responding to both immediate and longer-term needs. Responsibilities include connecting guests to appropriate resources such as housing, clothing, shelter, recovery programs, and other community supports. The Outreach Worker may also assist at other UGM locations in Vancouver as operational needs require. This is a casual position with flexible and varying hours, scheduled based on program needs and availability. The starting wage range for this position is $ 23.82-$26.03 per hour. Demonstrating the love of Christ, UGM feeds hope and changes lives through a faith-based continuum of care. We are a proud member of the Canadian Council of Christian Charities and have earned the Best Christian Workplace award again in 2021. We provide competitive salaries, generous vacation and sick leave, an RRSP matching program, as well as the potential for educational assistance and flexible work arrangements. In addition, our extensive benefits plan is fully employer-paid and includes extended dental and medical, as well as $4,500 per year in pooled paramedical expenses. A focus on employee resilience, support for professional development, engagement in meaningful work, and a fun and caring environment are all part of being a member of the UGM team. If you are someone who desires to learn and grow, has a passion to serve and make a difference, and connects with others with both humility and humor, then you will be a great fit at UGM.

Requirements

Agreement with UGM’s Mission Statement (see www.ugm.ca) and Statement of Faith.
Personal knowledge and experience of the saving work of Jesus Christ.
Understanding of the importance of a high level of confidentiality within the organization and its clientele.
12 months of related work or volunteer experience in a community service provider organization, foundation or ministry preferred.
Good interpersonal skills.
Ability to work as part of a team under the direction of a supervisor.
Post-secondary education or equivalent experience preferred.
Basic English skills (verbal, reading and writing).
Basic computer skills (Excel, Word and Outlook).
Complete UGM Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Course.

Nice To Haves

Class 5 Driver’s License is an asset.

Responsibilities

Model Christ in word and deed.
Provide support to community members who visit the Centre, including material and relational supports, as well as referrals to external services. Liaise with other service agencies in the area.
Build strong relationships with community members. When appropriate, encourage them to explore Christianity.
Maintain accurate records, including important information about community members for future reference.
Maintain the Centre and office space in a clean and presentable condition
Participate in staff meetings, training and spiritual development opportunities.
Plan specific projects, programs and initiate activities under the direction of the Supervisor.
Monitor age, sobriety, and gender of community members coming into the Centre, where appropriate.
Maintain daily security, e.g., secure all gates and doors when no events are occurring.
Perform other duties as required by your supervisor.
Adhere to all UGM published policies, practices and procedures, including Occupational Health and Safety.

Benefits

competitive salaries
generous vacation and sick leave
an RRSP matching program
the potential for educational assistance
flexible work arrangements
extensive benefits plan is fully employer-paid and includes extended dental and medical, as well as $4,500 per year in pooled paramedical expenses
employee resilience
support for professional development
engagement in meaningful work
fun and caring environment