Part Time: Guaranteed 20 hours a week.
Responsibilities: To work with the clients of the YWCA Central Avenue Shelter, providing guidance, support, and life skills to empower and promote independence. To maintain a clean and secure facility and assist the residents when necessary.
Reports to: Gateway House Supervisors & Manager
Qualifications:
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Valid Class 5 Saskatchewan Driver’s License and a clean abstract.
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Practical experience in the human services field.
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Experience working with individuals with mental health challenges, substance use concerns, and/or cognitive disabilities.
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Maintain professional boundaries in and out of the workplace as outlined in the YWCA Code of Conduct and Ethics Agreement.
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Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
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Work well in a crisis.
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Flexible, reliable, and willing to participate in continuous learning opportunities.
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Must be able to lift heavy items/preform heavy cleaning.
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Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture with a mindset that is accepting to reconciliation.
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Reliable transportation.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications with strong computer skills.
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Must pass Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check.
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Ability to work independently, as a team, and follow policies and procedures;
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Excellent time management skills.
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Have excellent people skills and work well in crises;
YWCA Additional Benefits:
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Paid vacation days.
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Paid sick time.
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Benefit packages (life insurance, health, dental, LTD); Employee pays portion.
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5% matching pension plan
Duties:
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Guide the residents, providing support & advocacy as they transition into adulthood/independence.
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Must be a good role model to youth/clients.
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Manage challenging behavior, verbal de-escalation.
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Maintain building security, perform room/bag checks.
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Ensure major housecleaning duties are completed as well as everyday cleaning/chores.
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Ensure room checks are completed on a consistent basis, report any need for repairs or replacement of furniture, blinds, etc. to the maintenance team.
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Attend staff meetings, training, and workshops as required.
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Communicate with the Manager/Supervisors and co-workers as part of a cohesive team.
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Provide feedback to the Manager/Supervisors on client issues, major events, and incident reports.
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Attend to crises as they arise during no-office hours. Contact the Manager/Supervisor in the event of a major crisis.
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Ensure all YWCA Prince Albert policies are adhered to.
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Ensure all policies related to MSS, CPS, YO & CSC are adhered to.
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Prioritize work, attending to the most urgent needs of the clientele first.
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Work unsupervised.
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Maintain confidentiality.
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Must be able to work both evenings & weekends, as well as holidays.
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Must be able to work shift work & overnights.
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Must report any instances of Child Abuse or neglect including physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional maltreatment, neglect, & domestic violence.
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Any other duties as requested by management.
All YWCA Prince Albert positions contain a three-month probation period.
