Nelson CARES Society (NCARES) is a not-for-profit organization that provides programs and initiatives in advocacy, housing, employment, support services, and environmental stewardship. Position Summary: The Residential Transition Support Worker will facilitate the movement of Stepping Stones Emergency Shelter persons-served along the housing continuum and act as a bridge to more stable housing and support services. Support services include employment and life skills programs, medical services, addictions treatment or mental health services. Individualized personal service plans will be developed with the individuals. They will carry a caseload and will work closely with the Stepping Stones Gateway Services Worker and NCARES property managers to locate and secure housing resources in the community.
Education, Training, Experience
- Post-secondary certification in Social Work, Counselling, or a related field is required.
- A working knowledge of community-based services for people dealing with poverty and/or homelessness is required. Clinical experience will be seen as an asset
Compensation : $27.55/hour (JES Wage Grid Level 11)
Start Date : As soon as possible
Hours Per Week : 28 hours per week (days and hours of work to be agreed upon with Manager)
Application Deadline : 4 pm on July 29, 2025 or open until filled
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Please e-mail a cover letter and current resume with e-mail addresses of three references to:
Housing Director
Email: housingdirector@nelsoncares.ca
(Please quote position and job posting number on subject line)
Nelson CARES Society is an equal opportunity employer. All internal candidates will be contacted as to the status of their applications.
All external applicants will only be contacted if short-listed for an interview.
