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The Shelter Support Worker will provide support to residents of the Montvue Shelter, a 30-bed facility operating 7 days a week, 24 hours per day. This position will be responsible for providing a range of front-line support services to the clients and will work as part of a team whose mandate is to ensure the shelter is a respectful, secure, safe, clean and supportive place in which to reside, visit and work.
Job Responsibility:
Developing and monitoring Service Plans which address the personalized goals of the residents
Supports residents to maintain their individual spaces, including, but not limited to, directly assisting with de-cluttering and cleaning
Promotes positive and inclusive resident and staff relations
Upholds and promotes an atmosphere of dignity and respect in line with the philosophy and policies of Archway
Promotes a harm reduction approach to addiction, mental health, physical health, and well-being
Requirements:
Post-secondary education in a related field OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered
Experience in an outreach capacity or within the community services field
Demonstrated experience in de-escalation and crises management
Experience working with people with substance abuse and homeless, vulnerable populations
Ability to take direction and work with minimal supervision in consultation with others
Understanding of issues surrounding poverty, homelessness, substance abuse and mental health issues
Experience and ability to work with people with substance abuse, and homeless, vulnerable populations
Skills and experience in an outreach role or within community services
Strong crisis de-escalation, crisis management, and dispute resolution skills
Flexible attitude: ability to adapt to changing situations and duties
Must exhibit personal maturity, sound judgment, self-motivation, empathy, and strong interpersonal skills
Strong verbal, written, and active listening communication skills
ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and varying levels of English
Ability to use Microsoft Office 365, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and virtual meeting platforms such as Microsoft Teams and Zoom
Ability to navigate challenging conversations and sensitive topics
Ability to maintain discretion and work with a high level of privacy and confidentiality
Knowledge and ability to use various database programs
Understanding of Archway's policies and procedures
Knowledge of program and community partners
Emergency First Aid and CPR/AED
A satisfactory Criminal Records Check is a condition of employment
What we offer:
Three weeks pro-rated vacation in your first year
four weeks in your second year
Three pro-rated wellness days per year
Pro-rated sick leave days per year
Opportunity to exchange a statutory holiday for a cultural day celebration
A great benefits plan including extended health and dental
you choose your plan
A pension plan: Archway meets your contribution
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Access to online wellness resources including newsletters, physical health videos, and wellness events
Free use of Archway's wellness equipment
Great in-house training opportunities
Rewarding work in a positive and supportive environment