Crisis Intervention Worker

**Camrose Women’s Shelter Society** operates a 22-bed facility offering a safe haven for women who have experienced domestic violence, abuse, or other forms of trauma. Our goal is to provide a supportive environment where women can heal, grow, and thrive.

.The job of a crisis intervention worker requires you to provide life-changing services to the victims of domestic violence and help them build better lives for themselves. This can include helping to secure financial supports, finding suitable housing, developing safety plans, or meeting other goals. Our shelter works from a Trauma Informed Lens. If this resonates with you, please keep reading.

**What we are looking for in a Crisis Intervention Worker**:
The shelter is a fast-paced environment and requires you to be professional and creative as you facilitate the success of clients and the rest of the shelter team. Your ability to remain non-judgmental and empathetic with clients, and share information appropriately with other departments to facilitate client personal growth are indispensable skills. The shelter encourages you and offers training courses to increase your skill base in applicable areas.

Our policies and guidelines are there to help you navigate this challenging environment as you will be meeting someone on their worst day. Dealing with every situation differently and with emotional intelligence is integral to providing the best possible support.

**What you will bring to the position and the shelter**:

- Previous work experience with clients who are victims of domestic violence, families in crisis, women’s programs, or residential programs are an asset.

Knowledge or experience in domestic or family violence and abuse, reasons behind homelessness, addictions, mental illness, Indigenous culture and practice and Trauma Informed Practice.

Ability to provide one-on-one interviewing, assessment and support.

Current First Aid with CPR, Criminal Record Check, and Children’s Services Intervention Record Check are required to start. Any associated costs are at your expense.

Ability to do shift work while maintaining decision-making skills, and conflict management/resolution skills is necessary.
- Ability to navigate stairs, sweep/mop/vacuum, change beds, and lift up to 50 pounds is a must_

**Casual Employee Hours of Work and Benefits**
- **Morning - 6:00 am to 4:00 pm**_
- **Afternoon: 9:00 am to 7:00 pm**_
- **Evening: 12:00 pm to 10:00 pm**_
- **Night: 9:00 pm to 7:00 am**_
- Two therapists are available to casual employees free of charge
- One complementary meal per shift.

The Shelter follows current Alberta Health Services COVID-19 safety protocols and provides appropriate and applicable PPE to all employees.

This a Union position under CUPE Local 1425.

We are deeply committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for staff, volunteers, and the communities we serve. We seek individuals from varied backgrounds and experiences to create a space where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered. In consideration of the specialized support and safe space we provide at our women's shelter, this position is identified as a bona fide occupational requirement for female-identified applicants to best meet the needs and comfort of our clients. Through ongoing education and equitable practices, we strive to dismantle systemic barriers and offer a safe environment where all can grow, heal, and thrive.

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: starting at $22.36 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Discounted or free food

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

- Are you able and willing to work weekends, nights, and mornings?

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Camrose, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Are you able and willing to work weekends, nights, and mornings?

**Education**:

- Diploma or Degree in Human Services or related field (preferred)

**Experience**:

- related: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

While we sincerely thank all applicants who apply, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $22.36 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Discounted or free food

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

- Are you able and willing to work nights, early mornings, daytime, early evenings and occasional weekends?

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- related: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person