kelowna, bc shelter worker Jobs – 14 Openings This Week

Support Worker - Kelowna
John Howard Society of Okanagan & Kootenay —Kelowna, BC
- $25.75 an hour
- Part-time
- First Aid Certification
- Case management
- Communication skills
- Dental care
- Paid time off
Casual Frontline Support Worker - West Kelowna
Kelowna Women's Shelter —Kelowna, BC
- $32.51 an hour
- 10 hour shift
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Social Work
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Pathway of Hope - Case Worker
The Salvation Army Centre of Hope —Kelowna, BC
- $23.10–$34.65 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative experience
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Residential Worker (Casual)
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Okanagan —Kelowna, BC
- $25.95 an hour
Residential Worker (Casual)
BGC Okanagan —Kelowna, BC
- $25.95 an hour
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Life Skills Worker - Awake Overnight
Aboriginal Housing Management Association —Vernon, BC
- $27–$29 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mileage reimbursement
- Dental care
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Community Service Worker
The Salvation Army —Vernon, BC
- $18.25–$23.82 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
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Outreach Worker (Term, Part Time)
Westbank First Nation —Westbank, BC
- $28 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative experience
- Dental care
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Outreach Worker Summer Student
Kelowna Gospel Mission Society —Kelowna, BC
- From $23.26 an hour
- Temporary
- Microsoft Office
- High school diploma or GED
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Childrens and Youth Ministries Worker
The Salvation Army —Vernon, BC
- $20.09–$30.13 an hour
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Working with children
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Support Worker - Kelowna

John Howard Society of Okanagan & Kootenay
Kelowna, BC

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Job details

Part-time

Benefits

Extended health care
RRSP match
Dental care
Paid time off

Skills

First Aid Certification
Case management
Communication skills

Full job description

Position Overview

As a Support Worker, you play a vital role in supporting individuals to live successfully in shelter and residential environments through a harm reduction and trauma-informed approach. This is a dynamic, hands-on role where no two days are the same. You will support a diverse adult population navigating mental health and substance use challenges, helping them build life skills, access resources, and improve their overall quality of life.

If you are someone who leads with empathy, stays grounded in challenging situations, and believes in creating inclusive, judgment-free spaces, this role offers meaningful, front-line impact every day.

Major Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day physical, emotional, and social support to clients

Assist with activities of daily living and life skills development
Support case management and help maintain client case plans
Connect clients with community resources and services
Transport clients to appointments, outreach activities, and essential errands
Facilitate and participate in client-focused programming and activities
Apply harm reduction principles in all aspects of care
Monitor for and respond to crisis situations, including overdose response and Naloxone administration
Provide calm, effective intervention in emergent or high-risk situations
Conduct regular client observations and ensure overall safety
Maintain a safe, clean, and secure environment for clients and staff
Monitor access to the building and ensure safety protocols are followed
Perform routine cleaning, housekeeping, and basic maintenance reporting
Support meal services and ensure common areas are maintained
Complete accurate and timely documentation in accordance with program standards
Maintain records related to client supports and daily operation
Support rent collection and other administrative duties as needed
Other duties as assigned

What We Offer

Hourly overnight premium between midnight and 8am.
A supportive, caring, work environment with a focus on investing in our staff
Professional development opportunities
Extended health and dental benefits
RRSP matching
3 weeks vacation
Additional personal time off with pay

Acknowledgement

The John Howard Society of Okanagan & Kootenay is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religion, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only shortlisted candidates and those eligible to work in Canada will be contacted.

Schedule: 30 hours/week, overnights and evening shifts
Required: Current First Aid (Level 1),
Preference given to candidates with Naloxone training
Willingness to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and overnight (shift schedule: 10pm-8am, Sunday to Wednesday)
Certificate, diploma, or degree in a related human/social services field
Minimum one (1) year of recent, related experience
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with diverse populations
Ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure or crisis situations
Sound judgment and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong communication and documentation skills
Physical ability to perform the duties of the role
Clear a Criminal Record Check (Vulnerable Sector)
Ability to work in environments that may include pets
Comfort working independently (lone worker shifts may apply)

If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process, please let us know!

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