Weekend Overnight Shelter Manager — Lead

BE A PART OF A DYNAMIC AND DIVERSE ORGANIZATION ASAN OVERNIGHT WEEKEND ASSISTANT MANAGER FOR ITS SHELTER SERVICES PROGRAM IN PEEL REGION

This is a part time non-union contract position scheduled to work 14 hours per week on Saturday and Sunday. Overnight shift (11:00 PM to 7:00 AM)

Duties:

- Trains, develops and supervises shelter support worker, relief staff and security staff.

- Oversees the delivery and coordination of program services which includes supporting staff and client day to day issues, liaising with Central Intake, follow up with facility management.

- Maintains and update work schedules ensuring proper coverage of every shift and maintaining proper staffing.

- Ensures incident reports and documentation are up to date.

- Supports the hiring and training of new staff.

- Work closely with other Assistant Managers and Manager to ensure smooth daily operations and clear communication provided between the different teams.

- Coordinates/supports the delivery of services to clients.

- Reviews/ensures files and documentation are up to date on data bases used.

- Supports and lead shelter staff in managing crises and high-risk situations.

- Ensures that the center and its staff are in compliance with operational policies and procedures and Peel Shelter Standards.

- Works with team on developing and updating shelter policies.

- Always be available on call for staff emergencies.

Qualifications:

- Post-secondary degree or equivalent and related management experience.

- Minimum two (2) years of experience working in a shelter setting is required, with at least one (1) year of experience in supervising shelter programs and staff.

- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication.

- Demonstrated knowledge of the Toronto Shelter Standards.

- Demonstrated ability in developing, implementing and evaluating programs.

- Demonstrated knowledge in issues facing people experiencing homelessness.

- Well-developed organizational, analytical and decision-making skills.

- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Internet, Excel and email is essential.

- Experience in entering and monitoring data in an internet-based database.

- Ability to speak a second language would be considered asset.

- Possession of a valid First Aid/CPR training certificate is required.

- Possession of a valid Naloxone training certificate is required.

- Required to provide a valid Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS) Police check. The VSS must have been completed within past 6 months.

- Must be fully vaccinated or be exempt from vaccination on human rights grounds. COSTI reserves the right to require information establishing the validity of the exemption.

Starting Salary Range:

$32.92 to $34.81 per hour

Posting Date:

2025-11-07

Closing Date:

2025-11-21

Notes:

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resumes and cover letters as one file quoting reference #179-25 to the below link:https://creg.costi.ca/ui/hr/resume.aspx?refno=179-25&site=costi

We thank all applicants for their interest in COSTI. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please.

COSTI encourages applications from individuals reflecting the diversity of our community. COSTI is committed to fair and accessible employment practices and when requested, will make reasonable effort to accommodate people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes when filling positions.

At COSTI we understand that success means different things to different people. By filling people's lives with opportunities for success, we're helping build a strong and prosperous community.

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