Special Events Organizer

Company: Lookout Housing and Health Society

Full Time Temporary

Rhoda Kaellis Residence
Shifts will be from Monday - Friday, 9:00 - 5:00

$19.85 per hour

This position offers hands‑on experience in frontline community work, including case planning, harm reduction strategies, basic wound care, and facilitating therapeutic and recreational activities such as art sessions, bingo, and community cleanups. Students will also be involved in special projects addressing critical issues such as extreme weather response, the opioid crisis, and community outreach.

Through this role, students will gain practical skills and a deeper understanding of the systemic challenges facing marginalized populations. This is an excellent opportunity for those seeking to build a foundation in social work, public health, or community‑based services, while making a lasting and positive impact.

The position is temporary and for 8 weeks.

• Provide assistance, support and basic skill training to clients while encouraging independence, self‑responsibility and healthiest lifestyle
• Assist support workers with the intake of clients, provide services of support, assessment, liaising, isolate problems, develop service plans, crisis intervention, and generally ensure that basic needs are met
• Assist with paper work and statistical data
• Other duties as required

Enrollment in a Social Work, Mental Health or Criminal Justice program is preferred

Must have current Occupational First Aid Level 1 Certificate

Must have two doses of COVID 19 Vaccine

Non‑Violent Crisis Intervention Skills Training is an asset

Must pass a satisfactory Criminal Record Check

Skills and Abilities:

Demonstrated communication skills both verbal and written

Ability to manage high workload with multiple priorities

Excellent planning and organizational skills

Must be a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident (Canada Summer Jobs Requirement)

Applications will be accepted until June 25, 2026 at 5:00 pm

Lookout Housing and Health Society is committed to empowering people from different races, gender, age, religion, identities and unique experiences. We welcome everyone from diverse backgrounds and encourage them to apply in order to foster an inclusive environment.

Internal applicants must apply through "Career Opportunities" on SAP. External applicants will be reviewed after Internal.