Warehouse Worker

**Who We Are**

The work of Good Shepherd is based on a fundamental belief in providing hope and restoring dignity to the most vulnerable members of our community. Our services include emergency food transitional housing and education for homeless and street-involved youth; hospice palliative care; community mental health programs; and supportive housing programs. We are committed to integrating Harm Reduction practices into our programs and to prioritizing the rights, dignity, and choices of those who use substances. By integrating a Harm Reduction framework at Good Shepherd, we can decrease barriers to service and better support some of our community's most marginalized members.

This opportunity is with our **Good Shepherd - Venture Centre**

**Hours of work**: Monday through Friday, with availability on weekends as needed

**How You Will Make an Impact**

Reporting to the Warehouse Manager, the Warehouse Worker / DZ Driver enhances the dignity and quality of life for our clients, visitors, staff and donors by assisting in the day to day operation of the Warehouse and in performing driving duties on an as needed basis for the timely pick-up and delivery of donations, always ensuring efficient and careful handling to maximize the highest quality.
- General warehouse work for our Emergency Food / Clothing Program
- Receive donations and assist in the organization of the warehouse
- Stock shelves in the Venture Centre
- Interact with clients, visitors, staff and donors
- Drive DZ Truck for pick up and deliveries
- Ability to lift heavy or awkward items
- Have a demonstrated commitment to the mission values of availability, flexibility, adaptability, hospitality and dignity with a demonstrated knowledge of issues related to poverty, homelessness, mental illness, substance use/addictions and developmental disabilities

**What You'll Bring to Our Team**
- Minimum Grade 12 education and / or 1 year experience in related field
- DZ License is also required
- Applicants will require professionalism and excellent communication skills
- Responsibilities will include direct client contact and aspects of indirect service necessary for the comfort and safety of individuals accessing shelter services
- Demonstrated ability to adapt in a fast paced and changing work environment
- Hospitable in dealings with clients/public / volunteers / staff, and other key stakeholders
- Available and responsive to the needs of others
- Respectful and compassionate demeanor
- Good written and verbal communication skills are essential with the addition of answering telephone enquires at the Warehouse
- CPR Certificate (or willingness to be certified) will also be required
- Fluency in a language in addition to English is an asset
- Ability to operate a Fork Lift is considered an asset

**What We Offer**
- Be a part of a caring **TEAM THAT SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY**:

- Support for continuing **EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT**:

- Staff recognition programs along with access to self-care supports and **EMPLOYEE / FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM**(EAP)
- ** POSITIVE **and **ENCOURAGING **atmosphere
- Make a difference and provide **HOPE** Extended Health Benefits for Full Time Permanent
- Good Shepherd, a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, is an equal opportunity employer operating within an anti-racist and anti-oppression framework. We strive to establish workplaces that reflect and are enhanced by the rich diversity of the community we serve._
- Good Shepherd has a mandatory verification of COVID-19 vaccination policy. More information on the full policy requirements and accommodation allowances will be provided to those selected for an interview._