Job Description

Hours of Work:

15 weekly - working 8a to 3:30p Saturdays and Sundays + Possibility of casual hours depending on availability - including days, afternoon/evening and overnights

The Resident Support Team Member is responsible for providing practical support to all Kikinaw residents and ensuring the smooth operations of the residence. A main focus of the support team members, in collaboration with the rest of the team, is to create and monitor strength based individualized plans with each individual staying in the residence to help facilitate meeting their needs/goals. This position will be under the direct supervision of the Kikinaw Residence Manger and under the general supervision of the Director of Housing.

Responsibilities:

Service Delivery:

Provide all care, advocacy, counselling, and listening from a trauma informed care lens

Build therapeutic relationships with all residents

Actively work towards developing familiarity with Indigenous cultural traditions and engagement with Indigenous peoples

Provide practical support for all aspects of resident stays

Ensure the well-being of all women and children by maintaining a clean facility

Provide information, education, referrals, and support to the residents as needed

Collaborate with the Manager and other Team Members to create individualized plans for each resident

Provide referrals and advocacy to ensure that residents have the necessary support to deal with barriers regarding housing.

Responsibilities Specific to Correctional Services Canada (CSC) program:

Work with Parole and other CSC staff to ensure that the needs of the women are being met

Collect and supervise urine analysis samples from individuals on parole

Conduct regular room checks at designated times; and

Monitoring of sign in/out logs.

Administration and Operations:

Participating in Women's Housing training opportunities as a part of continuous improvement.

Answer shelter phone and record all calls, screen requests for entry and respond to information requests

Complete intake and departure process with each resident

Maintain accurate case management and stats keeping records

Maintain accurate records in the Offender Management System and HIFIS database

Assist with transportation as needed and available.

Qualifications:

Experience working with Indigenous people, familiarity with Indigenous cultures and an understanding of the ongoing impacts of colonialism on Indigenous peoples

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Justice Studies, or other human service field OR an equivalent combination of education and experience

Demonstrated experience working with the complex needs of people experiencing homelessness

Knowledge of the criminal justice and child welfare systems, trauma Informed care, and family violence

The ability to work independently and with a team

Accurate documentation and record-keeping ability and basic computer skills (knowledge of HIFIS would be an asset)

Good communication and organizational abilities

Demonstrated crisis intervention skills

Cultural awareness, and respect for women and children of various backgrounds

Class 5 driver's license; and

Valid First Aid/CPR certification.

YWCA Regina Employment Benefits:

4% Employer RRSP Contribution-set up by employee-after three months in position-no match required Employer paid benefits - option to enhance at minimal employee cost - after three months in position 10 - Stat Holiday Days + 3 - YWCA Regina recognized days paid - annually Paid vacation days, accrued based on hours worked Paid sick days, annually - with carryover - based on hours worked Use of YWCA Regina vehicle fleet - for work purposes - with right credentials
Casual dress code, on site gym & volunteer opportunities

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $22.80-$23.94 per hour

Expected hours: 15 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Employee assistance program On-site gym On-site parking Wellness program
Work Location: In person