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Support Worker - Aoki Ross, ADS (FT-Over Night)
@ Atira Women's Resource Society
Vancouver, British Columbia
Pay:
$25.18 an hour
Requirements summary:
- You are friendly, compassionate, and deeply knowledgeable about the challenges facing Two-Spirit, Trans, and gender-diverse individuals experiencing homelessness.
- You’re passionate about supporting these communities and are adaptable, ready to take on various tasks as needed.
- You make quick, confident decisions and know when to seek guidance.
- You prioritize residents, involving them in decisions that affect their lives.
- Your commitment to anti-oppression, intersectionality, and understanding of colonialism and its ongoing impact (including the residential school system) is strong.
- You’re comfortable working in a harm reduction environment, supporting tenants whether they choose abstinence or other approaches.
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-10
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-10
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-10
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Atira Women's Resource Society
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Working to end violence against women and children through direct services + increasing community awareness.
Full company description
Our mission at Atira Women's Resource Society is twofold: to provide direct services to women and children fleeing violence, and to raise awareness of all forms of gendered violence through education and advocacy. Since 1983, Atira has offered safe and supportive housing to women and children impacted by violence, as well as a range of services in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside, Burnaby, Surrey, White Rock, and Richmond. These services include: long-term and transitional housing, shelter programs, housing outreach and homelessness prevention programs, outreach to senior women and First Nations, Metis and Inuit women affected by violence, support for parents and children who witness abuse, legal support, Stopping the Violence counseling, the 16-step program, and self-employment initiatives. Our programs are accessible to anyone who identifies and lives full time as a woman and who experiences gendered violence and misogyny, including trans, two spirit and intersex women and or those who identify with a femme of centre non-binary gender. Critical to the development of our programs and services, Atira's work is informed by the understanding that women's experience of violence often intersects with poverty, racism, substance use, and lack of support for mothering. We also recognize that in addition to providing safety and respect, all of our programs must invite and encourage women’s collaboration and that women must have the opportunity to be active participants in all of our services. Every woman and child has the right to live without abuse. To learn more about Atira's philosophy, mission, and work in the Metro Vancouver Area, please visit www.atira.bc.ca
- LinkedIn followers
- 5,881
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 412
- Reported office locations
- 190 Alexander St., 201, Vancouver, BC V6A 1B5, CA
- Business categories
- Training
- Social
- Non Profit
- Women's
- Other recorded names
- Atira Women's Resource Society
- Specialties
- Long-term housing
- Shelters and transitional housing
- Homelessness prevention
- Housing outreach
- Legal support and advocacy
- Stopping the Violence Counselling
- Support for child witnesses of abuse
- Parenting support
- Support to older women survivors of violence
- Support to First Nations
- Metis and Inuit women survivors of violence
- and Self-employment initiatives
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 656,786
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Our mission at Atira Women's Resource Society is twofold: to provide direct services to women and children fleeing violence, and to raise awareness of all forms of gendered violence through education and advocacy. Since 1983, Atira has offered safe and supportive housing to women and children impacted by violence, as well as a range of services in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside, Burnaby, Surrey, White Rock, and…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Non-profit Organizations |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | Vancouver, BC |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 1983 |
| Specialties | Long-term housingShelters and transitional housing Homelessness prevention Housing outreachLegal support and advocacy Stopping the Violence CounsellingSupport for child witnesses of abuseParenting supportSupport to older women survivors of violenceSupport to First Nations |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 12 |
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Requisition Number: SUPPO002460
Type: Internal and External candidates – Full-Time (Indeterminate)
Hours & Days of Work: 40 hours per week (Monday through Friday from 11:30 p.m.to 8:00 a.m.)
Program & Location: Aoki Ross - Downtown Eastside
Compensation: $25.18 per hour, plus a generous leave, benefits and pension package
Deadline: Open till filled
About Us:
Atira Women’s Resource Society (Atira) is a non-profit organization known for inclusionary hiring practices, values-driven work, and innovative approaches to supporting communities it serves. Rooted in feminist, anti-violence principles, Atira provides housing, programs, and supports for people of all genders, with a continued focus on addressing gendered violence, misogyny, and systemic oppression. Atira believes a job is more than a paycheque – it’s an opportunity to contribute to meaningful systemic and social change
About the Job:
Reporting to the Program Manager, the Support Worker is responsible for the day-to-day work of supporting residents with a wide array of emotional and practical supports. Activities include but are not limited to assessing the general well-being of residents and making referrals to service providers, helping develop safety plans, conducting regular safety checks, liaising with relevant community partners regarding residents’ various other needs, providing one-to-one support, accompaniments, and advocacy, actively helping residents keep their rooms clean and prepare for pest control, and preparing and delivering food.
About You:
You are friendly, compassionate, and deeply knowledgeable about the challenges facing Two-Spirit, Trans, and gender-diverse individuals experiencing homelessness. You’re passionate about supporting these communities and are adaptable, ready to take on various tasks as needed.
You make quick, confident decisions and know when to seek guidance. You prioritize residents, involving them in decisions that affect their lives. Your commitment to anti-oppression, intersectionality, and understanding of colonialism and its ongoing impact (including the residential school system) is strong.
You’re comfortable working in a harm reduction environment, supporting tenants whether they choose abstinence or other approaches. You have at least a diploma or certificate in a related field (e.g., community support, mental health, or social services) with one year of experience as a support worker working with people affected by trauma and who may also struggle with substance use and or mental wellness, or an equivalent combination of experience and training. Lived experience and familiarity with the local community are assets. Atira strives to hire staff who reflect the people we serve.
Aoki Ross is a housing program for folks within the 2STGD+ community. Those identifying with 2STGD+ community are encouraged to apply.
Additional Requisites/Assets:
First Aid, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, and Food Safe valid certificates are required
- Covid-19 (Including Booster) and annual flu vaccinations are recommended
- All positions are subject to a Criminal Records Review (Paid by Atira)
At Atira, we value diverse experiences and recognize that some applicants may face barriers to obtaining required certifications. If you are passionate about this role, meet the other qualifications, and believe you have the necessary skills and experience but do not currently hold a valid First Aid certificate, we encourage you to contact us you can contact us at People & Culture Recruitment. Atira is committed to being an inclusive employer and may be able to connect you with resources to support you in meeting this requirement.
Application Process:
Please provide a cover letter with a current resume describing how you meet or exceed the above-noted qualifications. Resumes with a Cover Letter unique to Atira are guaranteed a review. Candidates who lack the experience and qualifications set out in the posting may not be considered, although an exceptional cover letter and transferable skills may overcome lack of experience for some positions. Please go to www.atira.ca/careers for a current list of postings.
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