Alana LeClerc 6/5/25 Alana LeClerc 6/5/25

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Part-Time

Job Posting: Indigenous Pharmacy LPN

About Indigicare Medicines & Team

Indigicare Medicines is an innovative Indigenous-owned community pharmacy preparing to launch in Vancouver. We provide an exciting new service model that is holistic, culturally safe, and ethical for Indigenous families and individuals. We use a patient-centered and interprofessional focus to support people in improving their health and wellness. In everything we do, we emphasize a two-eyes seeing approach, blending both Indigenous and western worldviews.

In addition to providing a full-service pharmacy experience, we will offer traditional medicine access. We are partnered with Lu’ma Medical Centre that provides safe, culturally integrated primary care with a team of Elders, Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Registered Nurses, Mental Health Counsellors, and Social Navigators. The pharmacy is integrated as part of the circle of care that braids the values of traditional and western health care, to meet the diverse needs of patients. We nurture permanency in health care relationships and team members have an interest in long-term career employment at Indigicare Medicines.

Job Description:

The Licensed Practical Nurse will be primarily responsible for ensuring our patients receive their medications safely in the comfort of their own homes in Indigenous housing buildings. You will work within your scope of practice to provide excellent nursing care for our patients. Duties include medication administration, vitals assessment, charting and documenting of medication adherences and any relevant healthcare changes. You will act as a central liaison for stakeholders such as Physicians, Nurses, Patients and Clinics.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

In the Indigenous Pharmacy LPN role you will:

· Deliver medications to community members living in a variety of housing, including Indigenous Housing buildings;

· Maintain proper drug storage, cold chain management, and security during delivery;

· Witness and dispense medications daily, including Opioid Agonist Treatments;

· Provide direct nursing care with a focus on administration of medications (oral meds, creams, patches, subcutaneous or intramuscular injections) as per provincial regulations, standards of practice and within your professional scope of practice;

· Maintain Medication Administration Records (MAR) and any documentation of care/services provided during visits to patients;

·Check and record vital signs such as but not limited to blood pressure, pulse, temperature and weight;

· Observe and chart changes in patient behavior and reactions to treatment and medication;

· Document the assessment and intervention of behavioral changes in patients;

· Liaise with patient supports including Tenant Support Workers at housing sites, as needed to ensure smooth delivery of medications to patients/residents;

· Communicate with patients, prescribers, healthcare professionals, and other key players to support patients through their treatment journey;

·Communicate with the Pharmacist or Pharmacy Assistant regarding any concerns from the patients about their medications, and/or insurance coverages and benefits;

· Gather and document information from patient/caregivers/prescribers in a concise, organized, and professional manner;

· Complete, submit and follow up on requisite paperwork in a timely manner;

· Inform appropriate healthcare team/healthcare professional(s) of any significant changes in the condition of any patient receiving pharmacy services from Indigicare Medicines;

· Maintain confidentiality of patient healthcare information; and

· Act as a central liaison for stakeholders such as physicians, nurses, patients and clinics and provide required updates.

Job Requirements:

· Physically and mentally able to carry out the assigned duties in the working environment;

· Passion for serving urban Indigenous community members;

· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision;

· Make decisions using sound judgment, and meeting deadlines;

· Up to date on all required vaccinations;

· Accurate data collection and data integrity;

· Ease with working in a paperless environment;

· Ability to introduce a service & share information in a culturally safe and friendly way;

· Ability to determine & achieve results and outcomes;

· Proven ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a team environment;

· Strong sense of organization and attention to detail;

· Time management skills and the ability to multi-task and adhere to deadlines.

Education, Skills and Qualifications:

· Bachelor's Degree (preferred);

· LPN certification required;

· Active practicing licensure with the British Columbia of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM);

· Valid WorkSafe BC Standard First Aid Level (or equivalent) certification preferred;

· Valid Class 5 or higher BC Driver’s License;

· Use of a reliable personal vehicle with business class insurance and 3 million dollars liability for work purposes;

· At least 1 year of working experience in an Indigenous agency and/or serving an Indigenous community in BC;

· Knowledge of Cultural Safety & Trauma Informed Care practices;

· Excellent customer services skills;

· Experience working with Patient Support Programs (Asset);

· Excellent verbal and written English and communication skills and interpersonal skills;

· Position is subject to satisfying a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Clearance.

Hours and Remuneration:

Schedule: Permanent Part-Time position, Monday, Wednesday, Friday; 12 - 8pm with a .5-hour unpaid meal break.

Wage: $38 per hour

Benefits: 3 Weeks Vacation, pro rated, Employer Paid Extended Health Benefits and Mileage Reimbursement.

Application Process:

Complete applications will consist of your resume, letter of interest and copies of all credentials, registrations/memberships/licenses and certifications required for the position as listed in the job posting. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

1. Please submit your complete application to: Jobs@LNHS.ca

2. Subject Line: Indigicare Medicines PT LPN

3. Application Deadline: Posting will remain open until the ideal candidate is found.

**Please include your identity as an Indigenous/Aboriginal, First Nations, Inuit, or Métis person in your letter of interest**

Alana LeClerc 6/4/25 Alana LeClerc 6/4/25

Kitchen Coordinator - PT

Lu’ma Native BCH Housing Society is seeking to fill the position of Kitchen Coordinator on a Permanent Part-Time basis at the Western Street Supportive Housing program for the DAY shift; 9:00 am until 5:30 pm, Statutory and Lu’ma Paid holidays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Position Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager or Designate, the Kitchen Coordinator’s primary role consists of the planning, coordination and delivery of all aspects of the kitchen such as meal planning, meal preparation, budgeting, and placing orders from distributors.

Key Responsibilities:

· Develop, facilitate and implement a community kitchen program;

· Facilitate and plan meetings with the participation of residents;

· Develop weekly and monthly menus and cooking schedules;

·Ensure the kitchen has the necessary supplies, within budget constraints;

· Ensure the kitchen meets Health & Safety standards;

· Assist and/or coordinate serving meals and kitchen clean-up;

· Liaise with the building community partnerships;

· Develop, improve and grow the program;

· Prepare nutritious meals, lunches, dinners and snacks for residents;

· Prepare and maintain selection of pastries and daily dessert menu items.

Qualifications/Skills & Abilities:

· Superior interpersonal Communication skills;

· Demonstrated leadership and teamwork skills;

· Knowledge of and skills to work with residents who struggle with substance use;

· Understanding of Harm Reduction within the context of supportive housing;

· A degree, diploma or certificate in a related discipline and/or relevant workplace experience;

· A Valid Occupational First Aid Level 1 (or equivalent); Food Safe Level 1 (or equivalent), WHMIS and Naloxone certifcates;

· Non-Violent Crisis Intervention certification or equivalent is an asset;

· All positions subject to a satisfying a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Clearance.

Hours and Remuneration:

• Part-Time position, 16-hours work week with a half hour unpaid meal break; 9:00 am until 5:30 pm, Statutory and Lu’ma Paid holidays, Saturdays and Sundays .

• Wage $28.61 per hour plus 12% in-lieu of Statutory and Lu’ma Paid holidays, Benefits plans and programs, and Optional RRSP plan. Vacation will be earned at six percent of gross earnings. Vacation is accessible after one year of employment. Sick and other paid leaves awarded on a pro rata basis. Wage inclusive of the in-lieu amount is $32.05 per hour.

APPLICATION PROCESS

-You must follow the instructions to submit your application with the exact subject line. Complete applications will consist of your resume, letter of interest and copies of all credentials and certificates required for the position as posted in the job posting. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

If you identify as First Nations, Metis or Inuit please include this in your letter of interest.

Please submit your complete application to: jobs@LNHS.ca

Subject line: PT KCO

Application Deadline: Posting will remain open unitll a suitable candidate is found.

Thank you in advance for you interest. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Alana LeClerc 4/11/25 Alana LeClerc 4/11/25

Complex Care Team North Vancouver- Peer Outreach Worker

About the Complex Care Team

Lu’ma Native BCH Housing Society is launching new Complex Care (CC) outreach services for First Nations and urban Aboriginal residents living with acute, complex, and concurrent medical conditions in our transitional and modular housing projects in North Vancouver. We are building a core team of inter-disciplinary Indigenous and culturally aware practitioners to lead and deliver care together in a culturally safe, wholistic, integrated way. Within the context of a client centered care model and in accordance with established standards of professional practice, and vision and values of culturally integrated care, the Peer Outreach Worker works as an embedded team member in the complex Care Housing Team to provide wholistic care and individual peer outreach support from lived experience.

About the Peer Outreach Worker

The Peer Outreach Worker is a person who self-identifies as a Peer, meaning a person with lived/living experience relevant to the client group served. Under the direct supervision of the Team Lead, you work as a member of the interdisciplinary team to provide a variety of advocacy/liaison services to clients within the designated program living with health issues, screen clients for eligibility for services, link/accompany clients to appropriate internal and external resources and advocate for clients with various community and/or government agencies. You help facilitate healthy professional working relationships based on trust, respect and healthy boundary setting. You have excellent communication skills with people you serve, team members, and stakeholders. You ensure and support a high standard of care and promote integrated collaboration amongst the team, hospitals, healthcare centres, and community service providers. You help evaluate services to ensure program/service needs are met and liaise with key stakeholders on the achievement of program goals and objectives. You are responsible for reporting weekly activities, stats, updates, and resource needs to the Team Lead.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Provide advocacy and/or liaison services on behalf of the designated program clients with other individuals and/or community/government agencies by interacting with other Health professionals to resolve concerns and/or issues of clients and providing emotional support to clients.

2. Identifies and prioritizes the non-medical problems of clients and provides conflict resolution as required.

3. Screens/assesses clients to establish eligibility or appropriateness for eligibility to external health care services and housing. Books appointments for clients when appropriate.

4. Serves as an information resource regarding available community services for clients and staff. Identifies and locates community resources that meet the needs of all clients within the program. Refers clients to alternative organizations and programs as appropriate.

5. Assists the client in the preparation of submissions and/or documents to government and other agencies.

6. Ensures that clients are oriented to the designated program services.

7. Documents client care plans and disposition on the client file as appropriate.

8. Performs a variety of general clerical duties such as responding to calls/answering inquiries regarding routine program information, maintaining client files, completing disability and housing forms, utilizing a variety of computer software applications produces a variety of documents, filing, photocopying, faxing and data entry.

9. Collates and generates statistical information as requested by the Team Lead.

10. Performs other related duties as required.

Education / Qualifications Requirement

Minimum of 2 years of support work experience in a supportive housing or healthcare oriented environment; Lived experienced that is relevant to the Indigenous community members we serve in the Complex Care Housing Model; Occupational First Aid Level 1 (or equivalent); Mental Health First Aid, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certificate, Naloxone; An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.Valid BC Class 5 or higher Driver’s License and use of vehicle with Business class insurance including 3 million dollars liability coverage.

Experience, Working Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of community resources and services. Knowledge of Indigenous culture and world views. Working knowledge of the social emotional and health-related problems encountered by the population of the downtown community eastside. Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, to work independently with minimal direction, to problem solve, to take initiative, to anticipate potential problems/conflicts and take appropriate actions, to organize and prioritize work, and to meet deadlines. Demonstrated ability to establish satisfactory work relationships with the public and other employees, to deal tactfully and effectively with co-workers, public and staff from other agencies, to maintain confidentiality and to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Exceptional customer service and communication skills. Ability to work within a team environment.

Salary: $64, 938 per annum

Hours: 35 hour week; fixed schedule, Sunday to Thursday 8:30am to 4:30pm (7 hours paid with a 1 hour unpaid lunch break)

Benefits: Employer paid Extended Medical and Dental, Employee Assistance Program, LTD, Critical Illness, Life Insurance coverage and Optional RRSP with an Employer match to 3.5% after 90 days.

Vacation: Vacation is 6% of gross and is accessible after 1 year.

Application: Please send your resume and letter of interest along with copies of credentials and certificates required for this position to: Jobs@LNHS.ca

Subject Line: N Van CCH Peer Outreach Worker

If you identify as First Nations, Metis or Inuit please include this in your letter of interest.

Posting will remain open until suitable candidates are found.

Thank you in advance for you interest. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Alana LeClerc 4/8/25 Alana LeClerc 4/8/25

Tenant Support Worker - Temporary Full-Time

About Lu’ma Native Housing Society

Lu’ma is a Coast Salish word for “new beginnings.” Lu’ma offers a wide range of programs, services and other initiatives aimed at alleviating poverty, improving the overall health of the urban Indigenous community and responding to the evolving needs of Indigenous peoples.

Lu’ma Native Housing Society is seeking to hire a Tenant Support Worker on a Temporary Full-Time basis at our Supportive Housing complex care site located in Vancouver. Must be willing to work Monday to Friday 3:30pm until 12:00am.

Position Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager, the Tenant Support Worker provides non-judgmental support, advocacy and resource information to residents.

Responsibilities

· Familiarize new residents with the various program sites including the physical environments and guidelines for living communally.

· Understand program information and direct resources to residents including but not limit to income assistance, legal services, health and mental wellness issues, drug and alcohol services, housing.

· Advocate for residents with external agencies and services.

· Conduct resident wellness checks, arrange medical appointments, and accompany residents as required.

· Provide one-to-one and group support to residents to meet their goals and objectives and facilitate conflict resolution between residents.

· Maintains open, honest and direct communication with residents and former residents; and work to facilitate position relationships between residents.

· Respond to room/building emergencies as needed.

Qualifications:

A degree, diploma or certificate in a related subject and/or relevant skill-based training.

o Valid Occupational First Aid Level 1 (or equivalent)

o WHMIS

o Food Safe Level 1

o Overdoes Prevention

o Non Violent Crisis Intervention or MANDT

o Mental Health First Aid

o Naloxone

· Minimum 1 year experience working as a frontline support worker with people who have complex needs and struggle with poverty and homelessness.

· Open to work with people with issues of substance use and/or mental wellness.

· Understand and be comfortable working within a Harm Reduction framework.

· Ability to work effectively with program staff, community partners and residents, including being non-judgmental in trying situations.

· Ability to work under pressure and manage stresses and crisis.

· All positions are subject to a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record review

What’s in it for you

At Lu’ma, we value our employees and we build trust with coworkers and clients through open communication and by delivering consistent results. Lu’ma offers competitive compensation packages including:

Renumeration:

Monday to Friday 3:30pm - 12:0am. Rate of pay is $28.61 per hour plus 18% in-lieu of Statutory and Lu’ma Paid Holidays, Benefits and RRSP, and Vacation and other paid leaves. Wage inclusive of the in-lieu amount is $33.76 per hour.

· Sick leave awarded on a pro rata basis.

· Shifts are 8.5 hours which includes a half-hour unpaid break.

· Unionized workplace.

If you are interested in building a career with Lu’ma, let’s talk! We are currently looking for new talents to join our fast-growing team in Vancouver, Canada.

Application

Please send your resume and cover letter along with copies of all required credentials and certificates to: jobs@LNHS.ca

Subject Line: BCH Temp FT TSW

If you identify as First Nations, Metis or Inuit please include this in your letter of interest.

Posting will remain open until the suitable candidate is found.

Thank you in advance for your interest. Please note, due to a large volume of applications, only selected candidates will be contacted.

Alana LeClerc 4/8/25 Alana LeClerc 4/8/25

Homemaker Full-Time

About Lu’ma Native Housing Society

Lu’ma Native BCH Housing Society is seeking to fill the Full-Time Homemaker position in Supportive Housing.

Position Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager, the Homemaker provides non judgemental support to residents in terms of safety, sanitation and reporting maintenance items in units as required. Provides assistance to team members in routine and extraordinary cleaning as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

-Assists tenants to keep their rooms clean, decluttering, prepare for pest control, do laundry, and cleans common areas including laundry rooms, entranceway, stairs as needed.

-Encourages tenants to participate in activities that promote social and recreational inclusion such as community kitchens, tenant meetings, support groups, special events, walking and or other physical and social activities.

-Documents and updates all relevant information about known care plans, medication and procedures put in place to achieve tenants’ safety and comfort.

-Ensures all relevant information is passed on in staff overlap, for follow up.

-Researches and provides Residents with information about health issues and other resources, as requested

-Maintains respectful, effective, open and honest communication with Residents, co-workers and direct supervisor.

Qualifications/Skills & Abilities:

-A degree, diploma or certificate in a related subject and/or relevant skill-based training;

-Knowledge of the Residential Tenancy Act;

-Minimum one-year experience working as a front-line support worker with people who have complex needs and who are struggling with poverty and homelessness;

-Must be open to working with people who are struggling with substance use and/or mental & spiritual wellness;

-Must understand and be comfortable working within a Harm Reduction framework;

-Ability to work effectively with program staff, community partners and residents, including being non-judgmental in trying situations demonstrating excellent interpersonal skills;

-Knowledge of Cultural Safety practices;

-Ability to work under pressure and manage stresses and crisis is required;

-Valid Occupational First Aid Level 1 (or equivalent), Mental Health First Aid, WHMIS, Food Safe Level 1 (or equivalent), Non-Violent Crisis Intervention/MANDT, and Naloxone certificates are required;

-All positions are subject to a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record review

Hours and Remuneration:

• Full time position, 7:30am until 4:00 pm; Mondays to Fridays (8.5 hours per day with 0.5 unpaid meal break)

• Wage $28.61 per hour. Regular Full-Time employees are enrolled into the Employer paid Benefits plans and programs after a 3-month disqualification period. Optional enrollment into an RRSP plan with an Employer match to 3.5%. Vacation will be earned at 6% of gross earnings. Vacation is accessible after 1 year of employment. Sick and other Paid Leaves awarded on a pro rata basis.

APPLICATION PROCESS

You must follow the instructions to submit your application with the exact subject line. Complete applications will consist of your resume, letter of interest and copies of all credentials and certificates required for the position as listed in the job posting. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

If you identify as First Nations, Metis or Inuit please include this in your letter of interest.

1. Please email your complete application to: jobs@LNHS.ca

2. Subject Line: Homemaker- 2

3. Application Deadline: Posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Thank you in advance for your interest. Please note, due to a large volume of applications, only selected candidates will be contacted.

Alana LeClerc 12/4/24 Alana LeClerc 12/4/24

Building Service Worker - Part Time

About Lu’ma Native Housing Society

Position Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager, the Building Service Worker will be responsible for the general maintenance, cleanliness and upkeep of the supportive housing facility and equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Building Service Worker, your primary responsibilities focus on maintaining the cleanliness and overall upkeep of the facility. Key duties include but are not limited to the following:

Janitorial Duties:

-Clean floors and carpets;

-Dispose of refuse;

-Clean common area bathrooms;

-Clean windows, baseboards, doors and walls;

-Dust/polish furniture and fixtures;

-Clean pods or suites at turnover;

-Assist with pest management, treatment and remediation;

-Maintain cleanliness of common areas and grounds;

-Maintain the cleanliness of the immediate grounds, including the front sidewalk and walkways.

Maintenance Duties:

-Perform minor electrical, plumbing, carpentry and minor drywall repairs;

-Install sinks, toilets and faucets;

-Auger toilets and sinks;

-Install or adjust door and window hardware and locks;

-Minor drywall patching;

-Replace light fixtures, switches, receptacles, bathroom fans, hood fans and batteries;

-Prep floors for installation of new flooring or carpeting;

-Report any damage and/or problems in the building to the Program Manager;

-Ensure the safety of common spaces and grounds including the perimeter;

-Ensure compliance with WorkSafe BC regulations, including maintaining a safe work environment

and following safety protocols;

-Renew WHIMIS training annually;

-Adhere to WHMIS regulations, including proper labelling and storage of hazardous materials;

-Maintain an up-to-date SDS (Safety Data Sheet) manual;

-Manage the inventory of all cleaning supplies and equipment;

-Participate in safety meetings and training sessions as required;

-Report safety hazards and incidents promptly to the Program Manager;

-Conduct regular safety inspections and ensure compliance with all safety regulations;

-Coordinate with program manager all relevant and required formal inspections including fire and safety inspections.

Qualifications/Skills & Abilities:

-Building Service Worker certificate is preferred;

-A valid Occupational First Aid Level 1 (or equivalent), WHMIS, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention or MANDT and Naloxone certification is required;

-Physical ability to operate heavy industrial grade cleaning equipment;

-Physical ability to carry out heavy cleaning and ability to lift up to 23 kgs;

-General maintenance skills;

-Demonstrated ability to be organized, and carry out work with independence and the ability to work cooperatively and effectively under general supervision;

-Thorough understanding of standards of maintenance, relevant Municipal Bylaws, WorkSafeBC processes and requirements.

-Ability to work effectively with program staff, residents and community partners;

-Ability to be nonjudgmental in trying situations;

-All positions are subject to Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record clearance.

Hours and Remuneration:

• Part-time position, 16-hours paid work week with a half hour unpaid meal break; 7:30 am until 4:00 pm, Statutory and Lu’ma Paid Holidays, Saturdays and Sundays.

• Wage $32.05 per hour inclusive of 12% in-lieu of Statutory and Lu’ma Paid Holidays, Benefits plans and programs and RRSP plan. Vacation will be earned at six percent of gross earnings. Vacation is accessible after one year of employment. Sick and other paid leaves awarded on a pro rata basis.

Application: Please send your resume and a letter of interest along with copies of all credentials and certificates required for this position to: jobs@LNHS.ca

Subject Line: PT BSW

If you identify as First Nations, Metis or Inuit please include this in your letter of interest.

Posting is ongoing.

Thank you in advance for your interest. Please note, due to a large volume of applications, only selected candidates will be contacted.

Alana LeClerc 10/31/24 Alana LeClerc 10/31/24

Tenant Support Worker - Casual

About Lu’ma Native Housing Society

About the Tenant Support Worker Role

Lu’ma Native BCH Housing Society is seeking to hire Tenant Support Workers on a Casual-On Call basis at our supportive housing sites. Must be willing to work Saturdays, Sundays and Statutory Holidays. Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager, the Tenant Support Worker provides non-judgmental support, advocacy and resource information to residents.

Responsibilities

Familiarize new residents with the various program sites including the physical environments and guidelines for living communally.

Understand program information and direct resources to residents including but not limit to income assistance, legal services, health and mental wellness issues, drug and alcohol services, housing.

Advocate for residents with external agencies and services.

Conduct resident wellness checks, arrange medical appointments, and accompany residents as required.

Provide one-to-one and group support to residents to meet their goals and objectives and facilitate conflict resolution between residents.

Maintains open, honest and direct communication with residents and former residents; and work to facilitate position relationships between residents.

Respond to room/building emergencies as needed.

Qualifications

Require:

A degree, diploma or certificate in a related subject and/or relevant skill-based training.

Valid Occupational First Aid Level 1 (or equivalent).

WHMIS.

Food Safe Level 1 (or equivalent).

Overdoes Prevention.

Non Violent Crisis Intervention/MANDT.

Mental Health First Aid.

Naloxone.

Minimum 1 year experience working as a frontline support worker with people who have complex needs and struggle with poverty and homelessness.

Open to work with people with issues of substance use and/or mental wellness.

Understand and be comfortable working within a Harm Reduction framework.

Ability to work effectively with program staff, community partners and residents, including being non-judgmental in trying situations.

Ability to work under pressure and manage stresses and crisis.

All positions are subject to a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record review

What’s in it for you

Casual position rate of pay is $28.61 plus 18% in lieu of benefits and stat pay ($33.76 per hour inclusive of in lieu amount).

Vacation, sick leave are awarded on a pro rata basis.

Shifts are 8.5 hours which includes a half-hour unpaid break.

Unionized workplace.

If you are interested in building a career with Lu’ma, let’s talk! We are currently looking for new talents to join our fast-growing team in Vancouver, Canada.

Application: Please send your resume and a letter of interest along with copies of all credentials and certificates required for this position to: jobs@LNHS.ca

Subject Line: BCH CTSW

If you identify as First Nations, Metis or Inuit please include this in your letter of interest.

Posting is ongoing.

Thank you in advance for your interest. Please note, due to a large volume of applications, only selected candidates will be contacted.

Alana LeClerc 10/31/24 Alana LeClerc 10/31/24

Complex Care Housing Team- Peer Outreach Worker

About the Complex Care Housing team

Lu’ma Native BCH Housing Society is launching new Complex Care (CCH) outreach services for First Nations and urban Aboriginal residents living with acute, complex, and concurrent medical conditions in our transitional and modular housing projects in North Vancouver. We are building a core team of inter-disciplinary Indigenous and culturally aware practitioners to lead and deliver care together in a culturally safe, wholistic, integrated way. Within the context of a client centered care model and in accordance with established standards of professional practice, and vision and values of culturally integrated care, the Peer Outreach Worker works as an embedded team member in the complex Care Housing Team to provide wholistic care and individual peer outreach support from lived experience.

About the Peer Outreach Worker

Duties and Responsibilities

2. Identifies and prioritizes the non-medical problems of clients and provides conflict resolution as required.

3. Screens/assesses clients to establish eligibility or appropriateness for eligibility to external health care services and housing. Books appointments for clients when appropriate.

5. Assists the client in the preparation of submissions and/or documents to government and other agencies.

6. Ensures that clients are oriented to the designated program services.

7. Documents client care plans and disposition on the client file as appropriate.

9. Collates and generates statistical information as requested by the Team Lead.

10. Performs other related duties as required.

Education / Qualifications Requirement

Minimum of 2 years of support work experience in a supportive housing or healthcare oriented environment; Lived experienced that is relevant to the Indigenous community members we serve in the Complex Care Housing Model; Occupational First Aid Level 1 (or equivalent); Mental Health First Aid; Non-violent Crisis Intervention; and Naloxone certificates are required. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.Valid BC Class 5 or higher Driver’s License and use of vehicle with Business class insurance including 3 million dollars liability coverage.

Experience, Working Knowledge and Abilities

Salary: $64, 938 per annum

Hours: 35 hour week; fixed schedule, Sunday to Thursday 8:30am to 4:30pm (7 hours paid with a 1 hour unpaid lunch break)

Benefits: Employer paid Extended Medical and Dental, Employee Assistance Program, LTD, Critical Illness, Life Insurance coverage and Optional RRSP with an Employer match to 3.5% after 90 days.

Vacation: Vacation is 6% of gross and is accessible after 1 year.

Application: Please send your resume and letter of interest along with copies of credentials and certificates required for this position to: Jobs@LNHS.ca

Subject Line: N Van CCH Peer Outreach Worker

If you identify as First Nations, Metis or Inuit please include this in your letter of interest.

Posting will remain open until suitable candidates are found.

Thank you in advance for you interest. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Alana LeClerc 10/31/24 Alana LeClerc 10/31/24

Complex Care Housing Team -Cultural Outreach Worker

About the North Vancouver Complex Care Housing team

Lu’ma BCH Housing Society is launching new Complex Care (CCH) outreach services for First Nations and urban Aboriginal residents living with acute, complex, and concurrent medical conditions in our transitional and modular housing projects in North Vancouver. We are building a core team of inter-disciplinary Indigenous and culturally aware practitioners to lead and deliver care together in a culturally safe, wholistic, integrated way. Within the context of a client centered care model and in accordance with established standards of professional practice, and vision and values of culturally integrated care, the Cultural Outreach Worker works as an embedded team member in the complex Care Housing Team to provide culturally safe services, supports and guidance to participants in the program.

About the Cultural Outreach Worker Role

You work to address client centred and culturally safe care supported by an interdisciplinary primary care outreach team. Under the direct supervision of the Team Lead, you work as a member of the team to facilitate increased access to culture and cultural knowledge for participants and team members. You coordinate access to Elders, including the team Elder, and Knowledge Keepers. You foster connections and collaboration with cultural supports and agencies in community.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Facilitates increased access to culture and cultural knowledge from a perspective that promotes healing for program participants.

2. Act as a cultural resource and support as required.

3. Facilitate Talking, Teaching and Healing Circles.

4. Facilitate programs for cultural practices including traditional medicines, arts, and crafting.

5. Supports the planning and running of Seasonal events.

6. Connect with Elders and/or Traditional Healers, and resources to conduct ceremonies.

7. Provide cultural advocacy on behalf of the participants with other individuals and/or community/government agencies by interacting with others to resolve concerns and/or issues of clients and providing emotional support to clients.

8. Documents client care plans and disposition on the client file as appropriate.

9. Collates and generates statistical information as requested by the Team Lead.

10. Performs other related duties as required.

Education / Qualifications Requirement

Minimum of 2 years of work experience in an Indigenous oriented environment;

Occupational First Aid Level (or equivalent);

Mental Health First Aid;

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certificate;

Food Safe Level 1 Certificate (or equivalent);

Naloxone;

Valid Class 5 Drivers License and a personal vehicle with Business Class Insurance and 3 Million dollars liability coverage for work use.

Experience, Working Knowledge and Abilities

An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.

Salary: $66, 747 per annum

Hours: 35 hour week; Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm. (7 hours paid with a 1 hour unpaid lunch break)

Benefits: Employer Paid Extended Medical and Dental, LTD, Critical Illness and Life Insurance coverage and Optional RRSP with an Employer match to 3.5% after 90 days.

Vacation: Vacation is 6% of gross and is accessible after 1 year.

Application: Please send your resume and letter of interest along with copies of all credentials and certificates required for the position to: Jobs@LNHS.ca

Subject Line: N Van CCH Cultural Outreach Worker

If you identify as First Nations, Metis or Inuit please include this in your letter of interest.

Position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Thank you in advance for your interest in this position. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Alana LeClerc 9/25/24 Alana LeClerc 9/25/24

Tenant Support Worker - Full-Time

About Lu’ma

Job Summary

Lu’ma Native Housing Society is seeking to hire Full-Time Tenant Support Workers at our supportive housing sites. Must be willing to work Monday to Friday. Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager, the Tenant Support Worker provides non-judgmental support, advocacy and resource information to residents.

Responsibilities

· Familiarize new residents with the various program sites including the physical environments and guidelines for living communally.

· Advocate for residents with external agencies and services.

· Conduct resident wellness checks, arrange medical appointments, and accompany residents as required.

· Provide one-to-one and group support to residents to meet their goals and objectives and facilitate conflict resolution between residents.

· Maintains open, honest and direct communication with residents and former residents; and work to facilitate position relationships between residents.

· Respond to room/building emergencies as needed.

Qualifications:

A degree, diploma or certificate in a related subject and/or relevant skill-based training.

o Valid Occupational First Aid Level 1

o WHMIS

o Food Safe Level 1

o Overdoes Prevention.

o Non Violent Crisis Intervention.

o Mental Health First Aid.

o Naloxone.

· Minimum 1 year experience working as a frontline support worker with people who have complex needs and struggle with poverty and homelessness.

· Open to work with people with issues of substance use and/or mental wellness.

· Understand and be comfortable working within a Harm Reduction framework.

· Ability to work effectively with program staff, community partners and residents, including being non-judgmental in trying situations.

· Ability to work under pressure and manage stresses and crisis.

· All positions are subject to a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record review

What’s in it for you

· Full-Time position: Rate of pay is $28.61 per hour

· Vacation, sick and special leaves are awarded on a pro rata basis.

· Shifts are 8.5 hours which includes a half-hour unpaid break.

· Unionized workplace.

If you are interested in building a career with Lu’ma, let’s talk! We are currently looking for new talents to join our fast-growing team in Vancouver, Canada.

Please send your resume and cover letter along with copies of all required credentials and certificates to: jobs@LNHS.ca

If you identify as Indigenous, Metis or Inuit please include this in your letter of interest.

Thank you in advance for your interest in a position with Lu’ma. Please note, due to a large volume of applications, only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Alana LeClerc 8/20/24 Alana LeClerc 8/20/24

Tenant Support Worker - Part-Time

About Lu’ma

Job Summary

Lu’ma Native Housing Society is seeking to hire Part-time Tenant Support Workers at our supportive housing sites. Must be willing to work Saturdays, Sundays and Statutory Holidays. Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager, the Tenant Support Worker provides non-judgmental support, advocacy and resource information to residents.

Tenant Support Worker Responsibilities

·Familiarize new residents with the various program sites including the physical environments and guidelines for living communally.

·Understand program information and direct resources to residents including but not limit to income assistance, legal services, health and mental wellness issues, drug and alcohol services, housing.

·Advocate for residents with external agencies and services.

·Conduct resident wellness checks, arrange medical appointments, and accompany residents as required.

·Provide one-to-one and group support to residents to meet their goals and objectives and facilitate conflict resolution between residents.

·Maintains open, honest and direct communication with residents and former residents; and work to facilitate position relationships between residents.

·Respond to room/building emergencies as needed.

Qualifications

We Require:

·A degree, diploma or certificate in a related subject and/or relevant skill-based training.

o Valid Occupational First Aid Level 1

o WHMIS

o Food Safe Level

o Overdoes Prevention.

o Non Violent Crisis Intervention.

o Mental Health First Aid.

o Naloxone.

·Minimum 1 year experience working as a frontline support worker with people who have complex needs and struggle with poverty and homelessness.

·Open to work with people with issues of substance use and/or mental wellness.

·Understand and be comfortable working within a Harm Reduction framework.

·Ability to work effectively with program staff, community partners and residents, including being non-judgmental in trying situations.

·Ability to work under pressure and manage stresses and crisis.

·All positions are subject to a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record review

What’s in it for you

·Part-time position: Rate of pay is $28.61 plus 12% in lieu of benefits and stat pay ($32.05 inclusive of in lieu).

·Vacation, sick and special leaves are awarded on a pro rata basis.

·Shifts are 8.5 hours which includes a half-hour unpaid break.

·Unionized workplace.

If you are interested in building a career with Lu’ma, let’s talk! We are currently looking for new talents to join our fast-growing team in Vancouver, Canada.

Please send your resume and cover letter along with copies of all required credentials and certificates to: jobs@LNHS.ca

If you identify as Indigenous, Metis or Inuit please include this in your letter of interest.

Thank you in advance for your interest in a position with Lu’ma. Please note, due to a large volume of applications, only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.