Crabtree Corner Housing Casual Support Worker - Vancouver, Canada - YWCA Metro Vancouver

YWCA Metro Vancouver

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

YWCA Crabtree Corner Housing provides shelter and support to women who are pregnant or new mothers and who are in recovery.

The YWCA Crabtree Corner Housing Casual Support Worker reports to the Manager, Crabtree Corner Housing.

The position is on-call to cover shifts for workers who are taking time off, or where a second staff member is needed on a shift.

They are responsible for providing emotional support, resources, referrals to residents of Crabtree Corner Housing.

Responsibilities:

Work collaboratively with Crabtree Corner Community and SHEWAY staff;
Provide ongoing emotional support, information, and referrals to residents;
Respond to emergency crisis situations;
Attend meetings and workshops as needed;
Assist with the safety, cleanliness, comfort and security of Crabtree Corner Housing;
Must be willing to use Microsoft Outlook, Share Point, One Drive, Relias Training, ADP Workforce Now and Safetyline; and
Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications:

Experience working with women who have substance use issues;
Crisis intervention skills;
Excellent communication skills;
Appropriate boundaries;
Knowledge of social services policies and practices;
Knowledge of Vancouver resources;
Ability to work independently;
Previous experience with Microsoft Outlook, Share Point, One Drive, Relias Training, ADP Workforce Now and/or Safetyline an asset;
Positive criminal record check clearance; and
Successful applicants are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID19, exemption requests must be supported by valid, legal documents.

ABOUT THE YWCA
This year, YWCA Metro Vancouver marks 125 years of serving our community.

We recognize that Canada was founded through colonialist and racist policies, and the YWCA was established and operated during this time.

We also recognize that these legacies exist in our present time and are committed to actively decolonizing our policies, programs and practices.

Our vision:
We boldly envision a just and equitable world for women, families and allies

Our mission:

We advance gender equity alongside women, families, Two-Spirit and gender diverse people through advocacy and integrated services that help support personal, collective and economic wellbeing.

This is an exciting time for the YWCA. Join us and be part of a passionate, dedicated and impactful team

How to Apply

Brenda Kadey
Crabtree Corner Housing Manager

Job Type:
Casual