RESPONSIBILITIES
As a member of a multi disciplinary staff team, you will provide assistance to tenants living in YW Supportive Housing to support their independent living and maintain their housing. Provide immediate support to tenants in conflict following an established Conflict Resolution Program and respond to requests for support and crisis intervention. Establish positive relationships with tenants and participate in the creation of a stable, secure environment.
QUALIFICATIONS
WAGE: $20.7276 per hour, with an additional 2% in lieu of benefits
POSITION: Shifts vary, based on need
Please forward resumes by December 20, 2017, indicating how you became aware of this employment opportunity to;
Asnake Dabala, Programming Coordinator
YW Support Housing (Lincoln Road)
155 Lincoln Road
Waterloo, ON N2J 4S7
Fax: 519.747.4475
Email: asnake.dabala@ywcakw.on.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.
As a member of a multi disciplinary staff team, you will provide assistance to tenants living in YW Supportive Housing to support their independent living and maintain their housing. Provide immediate support to tenants in conflict following an established Conflict Resolution Program and respond to requests for support and crisis intervention. Establish positive relationships with tenants and participate in the creation of a stable, secure environment.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of the impact of trauma and abuse and the impact of poverty and homelessness on individuals of all ages, normally obtained through the completion of a 2-year college program in Social Services and 2 years work experience in a residential or supportive housing environment.
- Knowledge in harm reduction philosophies and techniques, as well as crisis and suicide intervention skills
- Experience working within the parameters of a Conflict Resolution Program.
- Understanding of current legislation pertaining to housing, advocacy and tenant/landlord rights, usually obtained through a general knowledge of the Residential Tenancy Act.
- Ability to think independently, set priorities and resolve problems effectively and efficiently.
- Valid certifications in Standard First Aid, CPR Level C, and Overdose prevention training.
WAGE: $20.7276 per hour, with an additional 2% in lieu of benefits
POSITION: Shifts vary, based on need
Please forward resumes by December 20, 2017, indicating how you became aware of this employment opportunity to;
Asnake Dabala, Programming Coordinator
YW Support Housing (Lincoln Road)
155 Lincoln Road
Waterloo, ON N2J 4S7
Fax: 519.747.4475
Email: asnake.dabala@ywcakw.on.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.