NHP Building Services Worker; Casual

About this position

Hogan’s Alley Society (HAS) is a Vancouver-based non‑profit organization whose mission is to advance the social, political, economic, and cultural well‑being of people of African descent (Black People) through the delivery of inclusive housing, built spaces, and culturally informed programming. For years, the Society has been a leading advocate for people of African Descent in Metro Vancouver who have endured the legacies of so‑called urban renewal, residential displacement, and the attempted erasure from Vancouver’s historical narrative.

Nora Hendrix Place is a 52‑unit temporary modular supportive housing facility located in the heart of Hogan’s Alley Block. Purpose‑built to support Black and Indigenous individuals at risk of homelessness, the building offers safe, stable, and culturally attuned housing. Each unit is self‑contained and includes a private bathroom and kitchen, with at least 10% of units designed to be fully wheelchair accessible.

Since opening in 2019, Nora Hendrix Place has served as an important community resource within Hogan’s Alley. HAS operates the building and its programs as the culturally informed housing provider for the site. HAS is committed to delivering holistic, community‑centered supports that prioritize resident wellbeing, dignity, and connection.

As part of this work, HAS is expanding its staffing complement and strengthening on‑site services to better meet the needs of residents and the surrounding community. This approach aligns with the organization’s broader vision for Hogan’s Alley Block, building a values‑based model that uplifts racialized communities, restores cultural belonging, and advances economic, social, and political equity through community‑led city‑building.

Reporting to the Building Manager, the Building Services Worker is responsible for washing and cleaning floors and carpets, cleaning bathrooms, kitchens and room doors in common areas, cleaning stairwells, disposing of refuge, cleaning windows, dusting and polishing furniture and fixtures. The Building Services Worker is regularly exposed to and in direct contact with dust, dirt, fumes, cleaning and other chemicals, germs and human waste.

The Building Services Worker maintains the cleanliness of the grounds, may be required to clean vacant rooms; and reports any damage and/or problems in the building to the Building Management team.

• Maintain cleanliness of the building and grounds
• Responsible for ordering and storing all cleaning supplies and equipment
• Report any building damage or problems to the maintenance coordinator and building manager
• Work closely with the Maintenance coordinator to ensure the state of the building contributes to the positive wellbeing of residents and is in alignment with HAS values and mandate
• Communicate, coordinate and collaborate with other service providers involved in the care and support of the residents, including other HAS Housing workers/programs, mental health professionals, substance use services, workers from government ministries, community outreach workers and health care providers
• Actively participate in building a skilled, cohesive, collaborative staff team, including demonstrating commitment to organization and building policies; resolving conflict and negativity as they arise; assisting in orientating, training and mentoring to all staff, including relief/casual staff
• Administer basic first aid and/or CPR
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the management team

• Experience and knowledge about mental health diagnosis, medications, treatment and support resources.
• Knowledge of Indigenous communities and health resources.
• Understanding of the ongoing impact of colonialism and the residential school system.
• Have a clear understanding of Black history in Canada, and experience working with immigrants and refugees.
• Have an understanding and analysis of the impacts of anti‑Blackness and anti‑Indigeneity.
• Have knowledge of the legacies of so‑called urban renewal, residential displacement, and the attempted erasure of the people of African Descent in Metro Vancouver from…