Job Description

Overnight Awake Asylum Seekers Assistance Program Worker

Posting #:

4226

Posting Date:

December 16, 2025,

Posting Closing:

December 22, 2025

Have you heard of us?

Wesley is a long-standing local non-profit and a certified Ontario Living Wage Network (OLWN) employer. We are passionate about assisting people struggling with poverty. Our work is focused on children and family programs, housing & homelessness, and resettling newcomers to Canada in Hamilton, Halton, and Brantford.



We are deeply committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued and respected. Our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) policies are integral to our mission and practices. We believe that a diverse team brings a wealth of perspectives and experiences that enhance our ability to serve our community effectively.



All members of our organization are expected to embrace and actively participate in our EDI initiatives. By joining our team, you will be contributing to an environment that promotes equity, respect, and inclusion for all.

Are you the one we're looking for?

We are seeking a dynamic, highly motivated

Overnight Awake Asylum Seekers Assistance Program Worker

who demonstrates our values of compassion, accountability, responsiveness and empowerment; to our clients, families and each other.



This position is a

unionized, full-time, permanent

position. The rate of pay is

$23.93

per hour. Hours per week are

40

.

Key Responsibilities:

To carry out any reasonable duties as required.

To keep all information relating to clients, staff, and service users confidential, in accordance with Wesley's confidential policy.

To collect document copies, scan and save them in the ASAP folder

To respond to ASAP clients' needs, aiding and resources when necessary

To Provide support to ASAP clients in a reception Centre setting.

To assign and prepare rooms for clients arriving.

To provide information to refugees about rules and regulations of the Reception Centre for clients arriving late.

To create and maintain a welcoming and safe housing environment with around-the-clock service.

To work under a lens of integration with other Wesley programs, to ensure efficiencies are realized through evidence-based practices.

To develop a semi-annual work plan and activities and submit reports as required.

What you will bring:

Post-secondary education at a College Diploma level or higher, including studies pertinent to settlement, social services, adult education, community health, migration issues or other related education.

Relevant practical experience working with newcomer families is required.

Advanced computer skills required in the following programs: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook; Adobe; any database program.

Excellent communication, organization, and coordination skills.

Proven ability to demonstrate Wesley's mission, vision, and values.

Fluency in Czech, Spanish, or French (verbal and written) is an asset.

Available to work flexible/irregular hours, including evenings and weekends.

A Valid Driver's License with access to a vehicle would be an asset.

Non-violent crisis intervention and first aid/CPR training is required.

Invest in Yourself as we Invest in You! Wesley offers...

A positive work culture that prioritizes all staff having an opportunity to contribute A supportive team that will empower you to achieve great milestones! Fun and engaging organizational events such as our Staff Appreciation Event Professional development and training opportunities Full Health & Dental Benefits (Eligible After Three Months) Personal & Vacation Days RRSP Contribution Program (Eligible After One Year) Employee Assistance Program Available Immediately Employee Discounts




Please Apply Via:

Our Wesley Bamboo Portal:

Click on this link: https://wesley.bamboohr.com/jobs/

From there you can access all of Wesley's job postings



Wesley is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please. More information about Wesley can be found on our website at www.wesley.ca.