Senior Emergency Shelter Worker
4 weeks ago
Senior Emergency Shelter Worker - Barton Tiffany Shelter Good Shepherd Hamilton & Toronto is preparing to launch a new, innovative shelter that will provide emergency accommodation to individuals and domestic partnerships currently living in encampments. This role is a Senior Emergency Shelter Worker, not a PSW position. Responsibilities Provide critical support to clients with high-complexity needs, focusing on emergency responses within the shelter. Support individuals, couples, and people with pets who are unhoused in a unique shelter setting. Leverage professional skills to build and execute individualized, client‑directed plans aimed at achieving optimal quality of life and a place to call home. Contribute to the development of a safe, hospitable program environment and provide housing‑focused case management services anchored in Housing First principles. Use strengths‑based services, referral, advocacy, and supportive counselling to assist clients in achieving their goals. Demonstrate professionalism and excellent communication and documentation skills. Utilize knowledge of homelessness, poverty, trauma, mental health, substance use, and gender‑based violence to offer safe, accessible, and respectful care. Support and guide Shelter Workers as necessary. Provide services grounded in harm reduction, trauma‑informed, anti‑racist, and anti‑oppressive frameworks. Observe all Good Shepherd health and safety rules and compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations. Qualifications Minimum of 3 years of experience in the housing and homelessness sector, focusing on residential settings. Diploma or degree in the Social Service field. Several years of progressive experience in development, implementation, and evidence‑based analysis. Advanced crisis intervention skills and in‑depth knowledge of mental health and addiction support. Ability to work in a lower‑barrier, housing‑focused shelter environment with women, men, transgender, and non‑binary adults. Demonstrated experience working with clients with very complex barriers to achieving and maintaining housing. Demonstrated ability to provide services to individuals impacted by poverty, trauma, mental health issues and substance use within harm reduction, trauma‑informed, anti‑racist/anti‑oppressive frameworks. Confident and capable in supporting individuals with animals, ensuring their needs are met with compassion and understanding. Ability to work both indoors and outdoors and in an environment that accommodates pets/animal. Valid driver’s license is an asset. Fluency in a language in addition to English is an asset. Benefits Part of a caring team that supports the local community. Support for continuing education and professional development. Staff recognition programs and access to self‑care supports. Family assistance program (EAP). Positive and encouraging atmosphere. Opportunity to make a difference and provide hope. Extended health benefits. Equal Opportunity 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 welcomes and encourages applications from all people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Senior Emergency Shelter Worker
4 weeks ago
Hamilton, Canada EmergencyMD Full timeHours of work: The successful candidates must be available for 12-hour shifts. Good Shepherd is preparing to launch a new, innovative shelter that will provide emergency accommodation to individuals and domestic partnerships currently living in encampments - we are seeking a Senior Emergency Shelter Support Worker. Please be advised, this is not a PSW...
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Senior Emergency Shelter Lead — Housing First
4 weeks ago
Hamilton, Canada EmergencyMD Full timeA community support organization is seeking a Senior Emergency Shelter Support Worker in Hamilton, Ontario. In this role, you'll provide crucial support to individuals and couples facing homelessness, emphasizing crisis intervention and housing-focused services. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of experience in the housing sector and a diploma in...
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Senior Emergency Shelter Lead — Housing First
4 weeks ago
Hamilton, Canada EmergencyMD Full timeA community support organization is seeking a Senior Emergency Shelter Support Worker in Hamilton, Ontario. In this role, you'll provide crucial support to individuals and couples facing homelessness, emphasizing crisis intervention and housing-focused services. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of experience in the housing sector and a diploma in...
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Shelter Support Worker
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Shelter Relief Support Worker
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Team Lead-men’s Emergency Shelter
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Program Assistant
2 weeks ago
Hamilton, Canada Good Shepherd Centres Full time**Program Assistant** **(Emergency Shelter Front Desk Support)** **Family Centre** If you are looking for a career working with amazing people while helping your community thrive, then this opportunity is for you and we want to hear from you. We urge individuals that have retired, semi-retired, are returning to the workforce, those that are new to Canada,...
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Hamilton, Canada Good Shepherd Hamilton & Toronto Full timeA community support organization in Hamilton is hiring a Child & Youth Worker to interact directly with youth in emergency shelters. This role requires at least 2 years of relevant experience and a commitment to anti‑racist practices. Responsibilities include crisis management and maintaining a supportive environment. Candidates should have a background in...
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Hamilton, Canada Good Shepherd Hamilton & Toronto Full timeA community support organization in Hamilton is hiring a Child & Youth Worker to interact directly with youth in emergency shelters. This role requires at least 2 years of relevant experience and a commitment to anti‑racist practices. Responsibilities include crisis management and maintaining a supportive environment. Candidates should have a background in...
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Shelter Support Worker
1 week ago
Hamilton, Canada Good Shepherd Centres Full time**Hours of work**: 40 Hours weekly with the ability to Flex hours based on client need **Who We Are** We are thrilled to announce the expansion of Good Shepherd Centres with the opening of a new floor at the Cathedral dedicated to our Men's Centre. This exciting addition will support 50 beds, providing a safe and welcoming environment for men and...
