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BGC Okanagan

Residence Worker (Casual)

Kelowna, BC, V1Y 9T7, Canada

Pay: Rate of Pay: $25.95 per hour
Apply by: Oct 16, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 22, 2026

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Residential Worker

Date Posted: September 22, 2026

Competition Number: 181-26/27

Location: Kelowna, BC (Emergency Youth Shelter)

BGC Okanagan is seeking casual Residence Workers for our Emergency Youth Shelter in the Downtown Youth Centre. In this role, you will provide direct support to youth by ensuring their physical, emotional, social, educational, housing, and medical needs are met. You will also help them enhance their quality of life through daily living support and the development of essential life skills. These are temporary positions until March 31, 2027.

At BGC Okanagan, we are committed to fair, inclusive hiring practices and building teams that reflect the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people who have been historically marginalized for many reasons, including race, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, or age.
If you need accessibility support at any stage of the hiring process, we encourage you to let us know and we will accommodate such requests when made.

Here’s what we offer when you join our team:

A positive, supportive team culture where your contributions are valued
Ongoing paid professional development to enhance your skills and advance your career
Trauma response team to respond to issues associated with serving vulnerable populations

So, what are you waiting for? Come join a team that trusts, values, and appreciates YOU. Your adventure begins here – because Opportunity Changes Everything!

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Participate in case management and care planning by conducting assessments, setting goals, and assisting with the development, implementation, and evaluation of Personal Service Plans (PSPs) for residents.
Coordinates with counsellors, professionals, and natural supports to develop appropriate PSPs that support residents in achieving their goals. Contributes to progress evaluations and prepares reports as required.
Provides life skills training, including meal preparation, housekeeping, personal care, and financial management. Connects clients with social, educational, recreational, and community services to meet their needs.
Transport and supports residents in attending appointments, shopping, and leisure activities.
Engages residents in client-focused activities in alignment with their PSPs.
Promotes safety and prevents crises through person-centered care, proactive collaboration, and early intervention strategies.
Responds to potential emergency situations, including managing aggressive behaviors, to ensure the safety of clients and the public. Reports incidents to supervisors and participates in problem solving.
Administers or monitors client medications in accordance with established policies. May be required to administer Naloxone (NARCAN) in emergency situations, following training and OBGC procedures.
Provides emotional support, encouragement, and feedback to residents and their families.
Performs household and facility maintenance duties, including laundry, cleaning, meal preparation, grocery shopping, yard work, and snow removal.
Maintains accurate records and documentation, including statistics, logbooks, youth files (digital and paper), case notes, and incident reports.

Qualifications

Certificate in a related human or social services field.
Minimum of one (1) year of recent, relevant experience.
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
Successful completion of the Agency’s screening process, including a criminal record check.

Additional Information:

This position is open to all applicants
This position requires union membership

Hours: Casual/ as needed

Rate of Pay: $25.95 per hour

Closing Date: October 16, 2026

BGC Okanagan is committed to equitable hiring practices. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada to be considered for employment. Eligible applicants include Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and individuals with refugee status who are legally entitled to work in Canada.

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining BGC Okanagan; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Responsibilities

The Residence Worker provides direct support to youth by meeting their physical, emotional, and social needs while assisting with the development of essential life skills. Responsibilities include case management, crisis intervention, medication monitoring, and maintaining facility operations.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a certificate in a related human or social services field and possess at least one year of recent, relevant experience. Successful completion of a criminal record check is mandatory for this position.

Skills

Case management
Care planning
Life skills training
Crisis intervention
Medication administration
Naloxone administration
Documentation
Conflict resolution
Emotional support
Facility maintenance
Assessment
Goal setting
Reporting
Client advocacy
Safety management

Benefits

Positive and supportive team culture
Ongoing paid professional development
Trauma response team support

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Keywords

Residence Worker
Emergency Youth Shelter
Case Management
Personal Service Plans
Life Skills Training
Crisis Intervention
Naloxone
Medication Administration
Social Services
Human Services
Youth Support
Documentation
Facility Maintenance
Trauma-informed care
Client-focused
Safety protocols
Community services
Reporting
Assessment
Goal setting

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