Casual Shelter Worker

4 weeks ago


Vancouver, Canada The Salvation Army Harbour Light Full time

**Job Overview**
Under the direction of the Shelter Operations Manager, Shelter Worker 1 is responsible for the intake/discharge, communication, observation and monitoring of clients and routine duties of the shelter. The Shelter Worker 1 may liaise with the Shelters Case Workers to carry out a variety of duties related to supporting clients while at the emergency shelter. This position is team-oriented. Detailed descriptions of the work are included under Specific Duties and Responsibilities. This position description will form the basis for the annual performance evaluation conducted by the Supervisor.

**BASIC FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Monitors and ensures the safety of clients and the facility by performing duties such as answering telephone calls, screening clients, admission/discharge of clients and securing the building.
- Interviews clients, gathers background information, determines their suitability for the program, and makes referrals to other programs and services as required.
- Provides advocacy and emotional support to clients in crisis by performing duties such as monitoring clients physical needs, referring clients to outside agencies / or a Harbour Light Case Worker.
- Completes and maintains related records and documentation such as bed lists, daily logs, incident reports & memoranda.
- Makes entries and maintains HIFIS database.
- Encourages and supports individuals to make healthy choices and practices through methods such as exchanging needles and provision of health and safety materials such as condoms and to take part in recreational and/or social activities.
- Performs a variety of cleaning and maintenance duties such as (but not limited to): toilet cleaning, bed-making as needed, and disinfecting of mattresses on client discharge. This also includes inspection and general clean up of assigned areas including regular checks of washrooms, laundry room and common areas.
- Participates as a team member with other staff to ensure a safe and caring environment by performing duties such as responding to emergency issues and supporting others through methods such as sharing knowledge and information.
- Accurately records day-to-day happenings using appropriate methods; maintains logbooks and completes occurrence reports'
- Performs other duties as assigned

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $25.52-$26.27 per hour

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- On call

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-09-10


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