Shelter Services Team Lead - Cobourg, Canada - Cornerstone Family Violence Prevention Centre

Cornerstone Family Violence Prevention Centre

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Cobourg, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Shelter Services Team Lead

Full Time Permanent_

Cornerstone Family Violence Prevention Centre (Cornerstone) has an exciting opportunity in which you get to work within the Residential Services team to ensure a strong, innovative support system is in place for women and children impacted by gender-based violence in Northumberland County.

We are looking to work with individuals who share our steadfast commitment to ending gender-based violence. We are driven by our internal agency valuesof leadership, integrity, inclusion, collaboration, and innovation.

We are committed to maintaining a positive and healthy workplace culture through consistent collaboration, open communication, and ongoing training and development opportunities throughout our organization.

We are deeply proud of the culture we have developed, and the staff who continue to help us shape it.

We'd love to have you join us

As an ever-evolving organization Cornerstone hires on a regular basis.

One recent hire had the following to say about Cornerstone and the work that we do:

"Working at Cornerstone has been an incredibly rewarding experience for me. My time here has aided both my personal and professional development, and I know that I will take the skills that I have learned through Cornerstone with me for the rest of my life. It is a privilege to be doing such meaningful work alongside the ever-supportive and knowledgeable staff at Cornerstone. I am so grateful to be doing what I love within such a wonderful organization."

- Victoria

What can I expect to do in this role?

Oversee successful operation of the shelter on a daily basis
Oversee the coordination of client case management and service planning
Plan, coordinate and review schedules, to ensure adequate staffing levels for each shift
Review client files and provide guidance to staff to ensure a standard of quality is achieved
Support the Manager of Residential Services in ensuring that all services are delivered in accordance with established best practice approaches
Provide guidance and mentorship for Residential Counsellors, including relief staff
Coordinate and facilitate orientation and onboarding of new staff
Provide ongoing training and support to new staff
Provide leadership and motivation to staff to encourage excellence within the Residential Services programs
Collaborate with community service providers to ensure cooperation and effective services within Cornerstone
Represent the agency on relevant community committees
Collaborate with the Manager of Residential Services and other members of the management team as needed in a positive and effective manner
Assume after hours oncall duties on a rotational basis
Advise the Manager of Residential Services of all program risks or potential risks in a prompt and timely manner
Other duties as assigned by the Manager of Residential Services
Ensure that work performance and behaviour is compliant with the Ontario Health & Safety Act

What do I need for this role?

Relevant degree or diploma
Indepth understanding of issues related to family violence
Strong crisis intervention skills
Comprehensive understanding of issues related to family violence, including a strong understanding of the links between violence, trauma, addictions and mental health, and homelessness
Motivational Interviewing
The Comprehensive Continuous Integrated Systems of Care model of service provision
Harm Reduction
Family and Intimate Partner Violence within a gendered lens
Trauma informed
Leadership ability to motivate staff to excel
Excellent verbal and written communications
Organized and capable of managing multiple priorities while ensuring deadlines are met
Familiar with community resources and how they can assist Cornerstone in its work
Excellent interpersonal skills to promote trust and confidence
Ability to effectively intervene and resolve conflict situations
Excellent interpersonal skills and decision making skills
Strong analytical/critical thinking skills and sound judgment
Standard First Aid and CPR certification

What can I expect from Cornerstone?

Competitive rate of $26.20 to $28.36 per hour
Receive a competitive benefits package and enrollment in our Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
The opportunity to engage in ongoing training and professional development
Be a part of a growing organization with the possibility to take on alternative roles
Participate in a culture that is committed to staff wellness and engagement

This is a continuous posting. The screening and selection processes is ongoing. This posting will be made available until the position has been filled.

Salary:
$26.20-$28.36 per hour

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