Job Title: Shelter Worker
Limited Competition
This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometres of Hay River, NT.
Job Information
Located in Hay River, the Shelter Services Worker reports to the Supervisor, Shelter Operations, and is an integral member of the day-to-day operationalization of the Hay River Homeless Shelter and Hay River Emergency Warming Centre programs by assisting with program delivery and providing direct support to Shelter Users.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of and/or the ability to acquire and apply knowledge of policies, procedures and protocols related to the infection and prevention of transmission.
- Knowledge of recovery model and trauma informed practices.
- Knowledge of and/or the ability to acquire knowledge of harm reduction philosophy.
- Ability to acquire and apply knowledge of case management for Shelter Users.
- Interpersonal skills as well as verbal and listening communication skills.
- Customer service and conflict resolution skills, and the ability to listen and respond positively in all Shelter User situations.
- Ability to maintain calm, exhibiting controlled and professional behaviour.
- Ability to make rational decisions where management advice is not immediately available.
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
The completion of Grade 10 and six (6) years of relevant lived experience in the NWT providing support in community, shelter, wellness, and correctional or mental health settings.
Equivalent levels of education and experience will be considered.
Additional Requirements
Proof of immunization in keeping with current public health practices is required.
Position requires the incumbent to be trained or willing to be trained in Cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR), Non-Violent Intervention (NVI), and First Aid-Administering Naloxone.
Shift Work
This position involves a Rotating/Irregular Shift Schedule which may change due to operational requirements.
Criminal Records Check
Candidates must provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.
Term Position
This job opening is for a 6 (six) month term.
Affirmative Action
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Affirmative Action Policy.
Eligibility
Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.
Equivalencies
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Job Information
Closing Date: Open until filled
Salary Information
The salary for this position starts at $30.00 per hour plus 4% vacation pay.
Inquiries:
867-875-7521
Métis Structures Inc.
office@metisstructures.com
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.