Homeless shelter worker
CMHA - Shuswap/Revelstoke
Overview
Languages
English
Education
- Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- or equivalent experience
Experience
Experience an asset
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting
- Shelter for the homeless
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Appraise clients’ needs or eligibility for specific services
- Provide suicide and crisis intervention
- Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses
- Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Mental health first aid Certificate
- Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate
Experience and specialization
Target audience
- Street population
Computer and technology knowledge
- Electronic mail
- MS Office
Additional information
Security and safety
- Confidential security clearance
- Criminal record check
- Driver’s validity licence check
- Driving record check (abstract)
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
Personal suitability
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Interpersonal awareness
- Judgement
- Client focus
Benefits
Financial benefits
- As per collective agreement
- Night shift premium
Other benefits
- Learning/training paid by employer
- Other benefits