Shelter worker
Muskoka Women's Advocacy Group
Overview
Languages
English
Education
- College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
- or equivalent experience
Experience
7 months to less than 1 year
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting
- Community agency
- Women’s shelter
- Social service or charity agency
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Appraise clients’ needs or eligibility for specific services
- Perform administrative tasks
- Assess client’s relevant skill strengths and development needs
- Housekeeping activities
- Provide suicide and crisis intervention
- Resolve conflict situations
- Conduct individual and group counselling sessions
Supervision
- 5-10 people
- 11-15 people
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- First Aid Certificate
- CPR Certificate
Experience and specialization
Target audience
- Adolescents
- Children
- Females
Computer and technology knowledge
- Electronic mail
- MS Office
Area of work experience
- Community service organization
Additional information
Security and safety
- Criminal record check
Transportation/travel information
- Own transportation
- Valid driver’s licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Ability to work independently
- Fast-paced environment
Weight handling
- Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)
Personal suitability
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Client focus
- Team player
- Organized
Benefits
Financial benefits
- As per collective agreement