Job Description

Cedar Strong Prevention and Intervention Society

Emergency Shelter Worker

$25.95

Casual

Who We Are:

Cedar Strong Prevention and Intervention Society was established in 1994. At that time, the intent of the Agency was to offer a haven for women and children fleeing domestic violence. Our Transition House opened in a permanent location in 1995 and was officially named the Jean Scott Transition House. Jean Scott was a trailblazer for women's equality and was instrumental in the creation of our Transition House. The Transition House is the cornerstone of the agency.

Over the years, we have grown into

4 broad streams of services

:

Domestic Violence

Substance Use

Youth and Family

Homelessness

Our

Vision Statement

says it all:

Cedar Strong Prevention and Intervention Society envisions a community that is free from trauma and systemic societal challenges a community that has vibrant individuals and families who are resilient and have a sense of belonging, acceptance and connectedness to self, family, the community and society.

As a result of the growth and development of the agency, Cedar Strong Prevention and Intervention Society is the largest non-profit in the Fraser-East.

The Job:

We currently operate 2 Emergency Shelters and a third Temporary Winter Shelter open from November to on or about the end of March. All locations operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, providing shelter for the more vulnerable members of adult society, who struggle not only with housing issues, but also often, addiction and/or mental health challenges. It is the primary responsibility of the Emergency Support Worker to ensure that the shelter is clean and organized so that the guests have a safe and warm place to sleep.

The position reports to an Emergency Shelter Coordinator and works at one of the three Emergency Shelters in operation. A member of the BCGEU, the wage for the position is $ 25.95 (JJEP Wage Grid 10).

Job Requirements:

Proven experience working with individuals who are impacted by a variety of complex social issues and the ability / awareness of using Trauma Informed practices when interacting with our guests Comfortable with managing guest medication distribution as required Experience in cleaning and/or checking beds and bedrooms on a scheduled and as needed basis Providing guests with assistance on an as needed or as requested basis working within the established protocols and policies of the Agency Implementing the Laundry schedule established within the Shelter Cleaning guest and common rooms as scheduled Stocking / re-stocking supplies throughout the Shelter, including providing supplies to the guests as mandated Picking up and/or delivering food as scheduled and managing leftover food in a safe and sanitary fashion Working independently without losing the sense of being part of a bigger team Possesses a 'get it done' mentality combined with strong common sense, sound morals and ethics and the ability to remain productive throughout the Shift

Candidate Requirements

:

Graduated Grade 12 desirable 6 months experience working within the Social Service Sector or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Able to use de-escalation skills and possess strong interpersonal skills Able to establish and maintain appropriate professional and personal boundaries Able and willing to consistently apply policies, procedures, practices and departmental decisions Effective communicator - both verbally and in writing; efficient time, organizational and stress-management skills Understands the importance of working as a member of a team and being supportive of decisions from other shifts and colleagues Able to make critical, sound judgements when working with vulnerable people Confident ability to respond ethically and respectfully to people and communities from any and all socio-economic, ethnic, religious, sexual-orientation, age, physical and/or mental background Must be able to successfully obtain a criminal record (pre-hire)
Job Type: Casual

Pay: From $25.95 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

Hope, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Social Service Sector : 1 year (preferred)
Location:

Hope, BC (preferred)
Work Location: In person