Clinical Support Worker
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Part Time - Temporary until Incumbent Return
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We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the people we serve have challenges meeting basic needs and goals, we place minimal barriers between them and our services. For more information about Lookout, please visit
Location
Hsg Powell Horizon Self Fin
Days and Hours of work
Friday through Saturday | Shift times will be 0700 - 1500 Hours
Sunday through Monday | Shift times will be 1500 - 2300 Hours
Shifts are 7.5 hours in length
Days of rest shall be consecutive. Schedule may change with two weeks’ notice
Probationary/qualifying period will be 488 hours with mid and end point reviews
Salary
$33.49 - 35.31 depending upon applicants' length of seniority (as per the Collective Agreement)
Job Summary
The Clinical Support Worker (CSW) reports to Site Manager and works in accordance with the mission and philosophy of Lookout Housing and Health Society including following Lookout’s Code of Ethics. The CSW works with residents to provide assistance, support, education and skill training. Will work with resident to maintain and develop greater independence and stability with the goal of a healthier and more independent living arrangement.
This position requires successful completion of respirator fit testing, as Lookout is COR (Certificate of Recognition) certified and must comply with WorkSafeBC health and safety requirements. To ensure a proper respirator seal during fit testing and use, employees are required to be clean-shaven where the respirator seals against the face.
Job Duties
Will participate in resident intake and provide support services and assessment
Will identify challenges for resident and develop service plans, crisis intervention, administer finances and medication
Ensure that basic needs are met by working closely with the individual on a long-term, ongoing basis
Complete required paper work and maintain statistical and evaluative data
Assist with volunteers and practicum students on site
Some external work is likely to occur. Use of an automobile may at times be useful
Case planning
Employees are expected to remain alert and attentive during working hours. Sleeping during shifts is not permitted
Responsible for complying with and contributing to all aspects of health and safety program
Other duties as required
Qualifications & Competence
Related Diploma or Certificate or minimum Grade 12 education, plus two (2) year of recent related experience or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Familiarity with community resources, particularly addiction, mental health and harm reduction.
Must have current OFA 1 First Aid Certificate
Crisis Intervention Skills Training an asset
Class 4 driver's License an asset
Ability to work independently or in a team setting
Strong ability to manage stress and organize workload
Excellent communication, writing and documentation and organizational skills.
Understands and maintain clientele/worker boundaries
Ability to work with disadvantaged and challenging adults in a diverse environment
Quick learner and self-motivated
Strong physical and mental ability to perform work tasks and operate job related equipment.
Minimum of two years sobriety required
Criminal Record Clearance – vulnerable sector
Closing Date
Applications will be accepted until October 6, 2026 at 5:00 pm
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