Details:
RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS:
The Sobering & Assessment Program & Extreme weather shelter is a year-long, low-barrier overnight shelter program utilizing a 6-bed emergency facility (12 beds from November to March) open to street-involved individuals.
The Shelter Worker assists in ensuring a healthy and safe environment for clients/guests.
The incumbent may provide emotional support and crisis intervention.
The successful candidate will:
*Monitor the activities of guests and be available for personal, practical and moral support
*Accurately record day-to-day happenings/incidents using established methods
*Assisting guests to access clean/dry clothing and laundry services
*Coordinate guest care as it relates to security issues
*Carry out inspections
*Prepare and serve meals/snacks/beverages
*Perform janitorial duties of the facility as required
*Perform other duties as assigned.
*Consent to work a flexible schedule
Please Note: Due to the nature of a low-barrier shelter, applications should be aware that they will be working with intoxicated individuals.
For Casual Position: the successful candidate needs to be readily available for on-call and short notice. Reliable transportation and cell phone access are mandatory. Available for all shifts, including weekend shifts (Fri, Sat, Sun), all evening shifts (5:00 pm-12:00 am), and all graveyard shifts (12:00 am-7:00 am).
Qualifications & Experience:
Training requirements:
*Occupational First Aid Level 1
*FOODSAFE Level 1