Viola's Place Society, New Glasgow, NS is hiring Casual Shelter Support Workers

Location: 189 Marsh Street, New Glasgow, NS

Start Date: As soon as possible

Salary: $18-$20 per hour

Hours/Shifts: Shifts and amount of hours will vary each month depending on your availability. Typical shifts are 7pm-7am, 10:30am-1:30pm, 3pm-11pm, 7pm-11pm, 11pm-7am.

The ideal candidate will have a friendly and approachable demeanour and possess a non-judgmental attitude with the ability to empathize. The individual should possess competence, and a strong commitment to demonstrate compassion.

The role of the Shelter Support Worker will include but is not limited to:

• Provide a safe, supportive, non-judgmental environment to shelter clients
• Perform intake/discharge duties (navigating client throughout the shelter; recording and storing medications; checking and accounting of belongings; checking for safety hazards and contraband)
• Contribute to meeting the personal, physical, emotional, psycho-social needs of the client in a holistic approach while performing functions according to facility policies
• Enforce policies and manage conflict and crisis situations
• Maintain accurate and concise case notes
• Model positive behaviour and maintain good relations with clients and other agencies by communicating in a supportive, and respectful manner while maintaining confidentiality
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the shelter
• Other duties and requirements may be asked of the successful applicant

Responsibilities:

• Must have strong verbal, written, listening skills and maintain confidentiality
• Experience with adults experiencing homelessness, mental illness, and substance abuse is an asset
• Must have the ability to remain calm and respond effectively in emergency situations
• Ability to deescalate conflict in a professional and effective manner
• Must be reliable and mature
• Ability to clearly communicate rules to ensure positive, constructive environment within the shelter
• Must be adaptable to change and have the ability to work under pressure

Qualifications:

• Human Services Diploma or other related post secondary education
• Relevant work experience preferred
• A combination of education and experience will be considered for this position
• A criminal record check and vulnerable sector check is required
• Must be 19+ years of age

To Apply:

Please send your cover letter and resume via Indeed or mail/drop off your resume to: 189 Marsh St., New Glasgow, NS B2H 4R8.

Only those who are selected for an interview will receive a reply.

Closing Date: When suitable candidates have been secured.

Job Type: Casual

Salary: $18.00-$20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• 4 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Morning shift
• Night shift
• On call

Application question(s):

• Are you able to remain awake and alert while working an overnight shift?

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-05-17

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