Supportive Housing Worker - Kitchener, Canada - YW Kitchener-Waterloo

YW Kitchener-Waterloo

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Kitchener, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Employer:

YW Kitchener-Waterloo
Type:
Full Time Overnights
Term (Duration):
Permanent

Description:
Supportive Housing Worker (Full-Time Overnights) Block Line Road
YW Kitchener-Waterloo - Kitchener, ON
$22.90 an hour

Hours & Compensation:
*Positions listed are available at the time of this posting. Specific shifts will be discussed and confirmed at the time of hiring.

Permanent Full Time Overnights
Hours: 80 hours per two-week pay period. Sunday to Thursday, 11:00 pm to 7:00 am

Pay Rate:
$22.908 per hour + $2 temporary overnight premium

Start Date:
asap

Location: 1470 Block Line Road, Kitchener, ON N2E 2K2

Benefits:
Registered Pension Plan (4.5% Employer contribution) | Extended Health and Dental Benefits | Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) | Life insurance | Employee Assistance Program | Paid Sick Time

Contributions & Impact:
provide assistance to tenants living in the YW's Lincoln Road and/or Block Line Road Supportive Housing complexes to support their independent living;
be responsible for direct and intensive housing stability and life skills supports (demonstrate or model to tenants; unit maintenance, grocery shopping, cooking, budgeting and engaging in activities etc.);
provide immediate support to tenants in conflict following an established Conflict Resolution Program;
respond to requests for support and crisis intervention;
establish positive relationships with tenants and participate in the creation of a stable and secure environment for them;
be responsible for maintaining safe and healthy work conditions, including identifying, reporting and/or addressing physical, biological and ergonomic hazards found in the workplace with light cleaning duties where required;
conduct daily unit checks and provide housekeeping supports to tenants within their units;
other duties and project undertakings as reasonably assigned.
You have...

Knowledge of effects of homelessness on individuals and families, harm reduction, and suicide intervention.
Understanding of mental health and addiction issues, anti-oppression / anti-racism, and marginalized communities.
Minimum two-years working in residential supportive housing or similar environment.
Experience working within the parameters of a Conflict Resolution Program.

Understanding of current legislation pertaining to housing, advocacy and tenant/landlord rights, usually obtained through a general knowledge of the Residential Tenancy Act.

Ability to work alone during daytime, evenings, overnight, or weekend shift.
Working knowledge of computer software programs and data entry such as Word and Excel
Training certificates in crisis/overdose/addictions prevention and intervention (asset).

Mandatory Requirements:
A two-year Diploma in Social Work or a related field
Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level-C certification
Up-to-date Vulnerable Sector Record Check

Vaccine Verification - As a condition of employment you are required to provide confirmation that you are vaccinated against COVID-19 or have proof of valid exemption satisfactory to the employer.

You must acknowledge and agree to comply with any future vaccine policy requirements as an ongoing condition of employment at the YW Kitchener-Waterloo

YW's Guiding Principles:
We respect the dignity and worth of individuals.
We value diversity among people.
We acknowledge the holistic nature of human needs-body, mind, and spirit.
We respect the fundamental right to self-determination.
We ensure that women are respected, their voices are heard, and their issues are addressed.
We focus clearly, but not exclusively, on women and girls.
We act with integrity and are accountable to our community.

The YW Kitchener-Waterloo is committed to developing an organization that is reflective of and responsive to the diversity of Kitchener-Waterloo, in which all people are respected and valued.

If you require accommodation throughout the hiring process, we will work with you to meet your needs.

Salary:
$22.90 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress
Company pension
Dental care
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off
Vision care

Schedule:
8 hour shift
Evening shift
Every Weekend
Monday to Friday

Experience:

working alone during overnight or weekend shifts: 1 year (preferred)
supportive or affordable housing, or equivalent: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:
Vulnerable Sector Record Check document (preferred)
Degree or Diploma in Social Work or a related field (required)
Standard First Aid and CPR Level-C certificate (required)

Work Location:
One location