 | Emergency Shelter Worker (Unionized Position) Temporary Full-time YW Kitchener- Waterloo |
QUALIFICATIONS
A feminist understating of women and abuse and the dynamics of homelessness usually obtained through a combination of a degree and/or diploma in the social sciences, and relevant work experience. Preference will be given to those familiar with the welfare system and those who have experience in a shelter setting. Crisis, suicide intervention, and an ability to successfully resolve conflict are required skills. Valid Standard First Aid and CPR-C are required.
RESPONSIBILITIES
As a member of a multi-disciplinary staff team, you will offer ongoing support to meet the housing, financial, and life support needs of women in residence; answer telephone inquiries regarding emergency housing; complete intakes and intake related tasks; keep accurate records of medication held for residents; and resolve conflicts between residents. Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.
RATE: $22.308 per hour, with an additional 2% in lieu of benefits
HOURS: 58.5 hours per pay period
EXPECTED END DATE: December 31, 2021
All YW employees are expected to demonstrate respect, empathy, and accountability to the people who access our services, and to attend work regularly as regular attendance is critical to maintaining the highest quality and level of service expected in delivering services. Must be available to work evenings, overnights, weekends, and STATs. YW reserves the right to deploy its employees to other shifts (including overnights and weekends), programs or positions within the homelessness and housing department based on program needs.
A feminist understating of women and abuse and the dynamics of homelessness usually obtained through a combination of a degree and/or diploma in the social sciences, and relevant work experience. Preference will be given to those familiar with the welfare system and those who have experience in a shelter setting. Crisis, suicide intervention, and an ability to successfully resolve conflict are required skills. Valid Standard First Aid and CPR-C are required.
RESPONSIBILITIES
As a member of a multi-disciplinary staff team, you will offer ongoing support to meet the housing, financial, and life support needs of women in residence; answer telephone inquiries regarding emergency housing; complete intakes and intake related tasks; keep accurate records of medication held for residents; and resolve conflicts between residents. Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.
RATE: $22.308 per hour, with an additional 2% in lieu of benefits
HOURS: 58.5 hours per pay period
EXPECTED END DATE: December 31, 2021
All YW employees are expected to demonstrate respect, empathy, and accountability to the people who access our services, and to attend work regularly as regular attendance is critical to maintaining the highest quality and level of service expected in delivering services. Must be available to work evenings, overnights, weekends, and STATs. YW reserves the right to deploy its employees to other shifts (including overnights and weekends), programs or positions within the homelessness and housing department based on program needs.
Please respond in writing by June 27, 2021 to:
Darion Brenner
Manager of Operations
YW Emergency Shelter
84 Frederick St.
Kitchener, ON N2H 2L7
Email: Darion.Brenner@ywkw.ca
YW is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from individuals of all races, colour, ethnic origin, religions, abilities, gender identity, and sexual orientations.
No phone calls please. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
YW is committed to providing accommodations to people with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
Darion Brenner
Manager of Operations
YW Emergency Shelter
84 Frederick St.
Kitchener, ON N2H 2L7
Email: Darion.Brenner@ywkw.ca
YW is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from individuals of all races, colour, ethnic origin, religions, abilities, gender identity, and sexual orientations.
No phone calls please. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
YW is committed to providing accommodations to people with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
