Job Description

Miramichi Emergency Centre for Women Inc. is accepting applications for a casual crisis interventer worker for possibly up to 36 hours a week. Hours may very from week to week with some scheduled shifts along with call in shifts. The successful applicant must have:

• Assist in the overall operation of the Miramichi Emergency Centre for Woman, providing a home like atmosphere for the woman and children staying at the shelter.

• Assist the general public by providing information, referrals as needed.

• Respond to distress calls; assessing the situation, providing the information on the services of the shelter and other appropriate agencies.

• Record all incoming calls in the log book.

• Arrange transportation for woman needing such to come to the shelter.

• Act as an advocate for woman staying at the shelter.

• Provide support and encouragement,

• Complete an intake form on arrival of a client obtaining all appropriate information.

• Inform clients of house rules.

• Report to family and community services if child abuse is disclosed or it is suspected that child abuse has occurred.

• Record in clients files any problems that have been observed, or need to be addressed.

• Provide clients with information as requested.

• Record appropriate information in a daily log book.

• Keep employees informed of daily activities.

• Record all distress visits (crisis).

• Prepare room on the admission of clients.

• Contact other shelters for transfer or a client to another shelter.

• Become familiar with all aspects of the shelter including fire alarms, security systems, and appliances.

• Complete a departure form when a client leaves.

• Keep all files and information on clients confidential.

• Address issues of concern with executive director.

• Offer support and information showing choices, never telling a client what to do.

• Make contact with businesses and agencies as needed.

• Assume additional responsibilities as requested by the executive director.

• Must attend staff meetings when held.

• First aid and CPIC with vulnerable sector required.

Resumes can be sent to our email: mecwstaff@nb.aibn.com or through Indeed. We thank all applications for their interest. Job Type: Casual Salary: $18.00 per hour Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• On call

Experience:

• post secondary education or relatable field: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person