Shelter Worker

The Shelter Worker provides essential support to the emergency shelter clients and ensures the shelter is a safe and secure environment for clients, residents, and workers.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Adheres to the policies and standards of The Salvation Army as established in policy and program manuals, Health & Safety Guidelines, job descriptions, written memos, and verbal agreements.
- Maintain the cleanliness and order of the shelter while on
- Carry out inspection/security checks of property and grounds in accordance with policies and procedures
- Carry out inspection of neighboring properties and remove any drug or alcohol paraphernalia using safe procedures, in accordance to our Good Neighbour Policy and
- Accurately records day-to-day happenings using appropriate methods; maintains logbooks appropriately and completes incident reports
- Responsible for the care and safety of guests in the Shelter, as well as the premises itself, including doing bed checks, room/personal searches. Establish clear, simple, and consistent limits for the guests.
- Prepares and serves breakfast for guests, sets up coffee bar, may prepare or provide simple meals for guests
- Work with Case Workers to assist guests in working through their case plans as appropriate, providing personal, practical, and moral support to guests and feedback to Case Workers
- Engage with guests by providing activities as appropriate, i.e. Sports, crafts, games
- Liaises with referral sources and other external agencies as needed (e.g.,, Ministry of Social Development-Income Assistance office, RCMP, BC Housing,
- Attend staff and any other meetings called or directed to by the
- May serve as Receptionist for Shelter
- Maintain professional growth through attending workshops, courses and by reviewing current information/resources. Attend any training courses, workshops as directed by the
- Foster and nurture a positive professional team environment at all
- Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all knowledge of and information about guests

**QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS**:
**Education**:

- Post-secondary education in Social Services or a related field, or combination of education and experience
- Must have First Aid and CPR certificate

**Experience**:

- Minimum two years of previous experience and/or training working with the homeless and have a good working knowledge of homelessness, mental health and addiction issues

**PREFERRED SKILLS/CAPABILITIES**:

- Training in Vulnerability Assessment Tool (VAT)
- Training in crisis intervention, conflict resolution and mediation skills is essential.
- Must demonstrate a positive attitude towards the homeless and individuals with substance abuse and concurrent problems, including mental health concerns.
- The incumbent must take the following precautionary measures (in addition to health and safety rules):

- Universal Precautions
- Immunization for Hepatitis B
- Vaccination against Tuberculosis

**Hours**:

- Applicants must be available for a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and statutory holidays.
- Day (8:00AM - 4:00PM)
- Evening (4:00PM - 12:00AM)
- Overnight (12:00AM - 8:00AM)
- Background check consent.
- A clear vulnerable sector screening.
- A clean drivers abstract.
- Completion of our online Armatus Abuse Training and required Health and Safety training.

**_The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please let us know if you have a need for any accommodation._**

Published

February 7, 2024

Location

Richmond, BC

Job Type

Casual

Competition #

030

Ministry Unit/Dept:
Richmond House Emergency Shelter

Salary Range:
$23.27 per hour

Address:
12040 Horseshoe Way, Richmond BC V7A 4V5

Posting Expires:
Feb 21, 2024 at 4:00PM

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