Social Worker at Metro Turning Point

4 months ago

Halifax, Canada Shelter Nova Scotia Full time

**Job Ad: Social Worker at Metro Turning Point (X2)**

At Shelter Nova Scotia we provide places to stay and services to promote stability for marginalized individuals. You will contribute to a community without judgement with spaces and places for people to belong.

**About the Facility**

Metro Turning Point is a harm reduction, 30-bed emergency shelter for individuals who identify as male or are gender diverse. For those who stay with us, we provide a locker, 2-3 meals daily, access to a refrigerator, phone and laundry, personal care & comfort items, and assistance in securing independent housing. Reporting to the House Manager, the Social Worker is responsible for promoting shelter diversion and shorter shelter stays and providing quality support and assistance to the guests. The Social Worker will have an exceptional understanding of the policies and procedures of Shelter Nova Scotia in order to model behavior that is in line with the mission, vision and values of the organization. The Social Worker will model non punitive, collaborative and social justice approaches.

**Requirements**:

- Bachelor of Social Work and is registered or eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia College of Social Work.
- Two years’ experience in the social services field. Experience in case management is an asset. Demonstrates and is committed to guest centered services, harm reduction models of care, anti-oppressive and trauma informed approaches for working with guests.
- Must hold current Standard Level “C” First Aid/CPR and be able to obtain Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry check. NVCI and ASIST an asset

**Hours of Work**

40 hours per week with combination of days, evenings, and weekends. **_This is an awake position, staff are required to stay awake, alert, and vigilant at all times while on duty._**

**Salary** $29.21 per hour

**Benefits _Upon completion of probation_**
- 3 weeks’ vacation - 2% RRSP Match
- 8 paid personal days - Heath & Dental
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

**Job Description: Social Worker**

Shelter Nova Scotia, located in Halifax, is a not for profit charitable organization governed by a volunteer board of professionals and operated by skilled employees. We believe in a community where everyone has a safe and affordable home.

**Summary**: To be responsible and accountable to the House Manager for promoting shelter diversion and shorter shelter stays and providing quality support and assistance to guests.

Minimum requirement of a Bachelor of Social Work and is registered or eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia College of Social Work. At least two years’ experience in the social service field. Experience in case management an asset. Demonstrates and is committed to guest centered services, harm reduction models of care, anti-oppressive and trauma informed approaches for working with guests. The social worker models non-punitive, collaborative and social justice-oriented approaches.

**Responsibilities**

**Guest Service Delivery**
- Monitor to ensure guests are provided with effective service
- Ensure Shelter Nova Scotia’s mission, vision and values are modeled
- Demonstrate commitment to ethical behavior that promotes quality guest service and professional interactions with colleagues, guests and community partners
- Ensure the facility specific Operating Policies and Procedures are adhered to
- Ability to remain awake, alert, and vigilant at all times while on duty
- Identify and advocate for individuals experiencing homelessness, or at risk of homelessness, and refer to community programs as appropriate;
- Knowledge of the structure and organization of the Department of Community Services and applicable legislation and policies (Employment Support and Income Assistance)
- Develops, maintains, and strengthens relationships with guests, stakeholders and community partners to achieve goals and influence outcomes; Be knowledgeable about the impact of poverty and homelessness
- knowledge of and adherence to NSCSW Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice
- Accurately and professionally document notes relating to guest interactions and keep other team members up to date on guest issues;
- Perform First Aid and/or CPR when required
- Maintains guest privacy by sharing information only on a need to know basis. Protects the confidential information of the guests, clients, residents and tenants;
- The social worker has excellent crisis assessment and intervention skills. Addresses and resolves crisis, conflicts or sensitive situations in a positive and open manner, per established policies and procedures
- Engage regularly and respectfully with guests and respond to queries and requests in a timely respectful manner;
- Participate in meal preparation, presentation and clean up
- Perform the On Call function as required

**Facility Operation**
- Receive and direct proper storage of deliveries and donations
- Maintain the daily operation of the facili

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