Emergency Shelter Workers

5 days ago

Ottawa, Canada Moose Cree First Nation Full time

Competition #25-44

Job Location: Moose Factory, ON

Position Summary:

The Emergency Shelter Worker provides direct support to individuals and families accessing emergency shelter services. This role ensures a safe, respectful, and supportive environment, addressing the immediate needs of shelter residents while promoting their transition to stable housing. Emergency Shelter Workers act as a bridge between clients and community resources, fostering empowerment and independence.

Qualifications/Requirements:

- High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary education in social work, psychology, or a related field preferred.
- Experience working in a shelter, social service, or crisis intervention environment is an asset.
- Has experience working with children, youth, and families.
- Has experience working within a shelter, social service, or crisis intervention environment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage compassionately with diverse populations.
- Crisis intervention and conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.
- Knowledge of issues related to homelessness, addiction, mental health, and trauma-informed care.
- Familiarity with community resources and social service systems.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with case management software is an asset.
- Strong record-keeping and documentation skills.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Mental Health First Aide First Nations Certificate is an asset.
- First Aid or willing to obtain is an asset.
- Class G Driver’s License is an asset.
- Vulnerable Sector check or Criminal Record Check is mandatory.

Salary: $22.00/hour as per funding

Duration: Term position: October 2025 – May 2026

To apply: Submit cover letter, resume, and two (2) recent employment references with permission to contact, quoting competition #25-44.

Submit Resume to:
Human Resources Generalist
Moose Cree First Nation
P.O. Box 190
Moose Factory, ON P0L 1W0

Applicants are asked to include copies of their educational qualifications along with their resume.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to postal changes, we recommend submitting resume via e-mail or dropping off at main reception.

As MCFN is a First Nation organization, preference in hiring will be given firstly to the First Nation members, and to the rest, subsequently. Candidates needing accommodation of any kind are requested to inform the organization in advance so that required accommodative measures can be incorporated in the recruitment process. By responding to the application, candidates are implicitly providing consent to share their personal information with the organization. This personal information that is being shared with the employer will be used solely for the purpose of recruitment and will not be used for any other purposes.

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