Part-Time Shelter Support Worker ( Weekend Worker) - Jobs in Toronto, Ontario

Job Description

Employment Type:Part-Time, PermanentWork Hours:26 hours per week Salary:$38,887 prorated annually (Level 6) plus comprehensive benefitsLocation: Confidential Address - Downtown TorontoInternal Application Deadline:Monday, March 10, 2025External Application Deadline: Wednesday, March 12, 2025JOIN OUR TEAMYWCA Toronto strives to uphold anti-discrimination practices and anti-oppression principles to ensure that the rights of all individuals are respected and protected. We work to promote a climate that is welcoming of all women and individuals who identify as Trans, intersex, non-binary, agender, and/or Two-Spirit. We encourage applications from women and gender diverse people from all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities and sexual orientations.The Part-Time Shelter Support Worker – Weekend Worker works in conjunction with women and children to establish a plan which will facilitate a safe and effective path to independence.The Shelter Support Worker – Weekend Worker is responsible for providing a full range of services which includes crisis counselling and the development, implementation and evaluation of workshops and programs that address the dynamics of woman abuse and trauma. ABOUT YWCA TORONTO – YWCA ARISE YWCA Arise provides safe and secure emergency shelter for women, gender diverse people and their children who are fleeing violence.The shelter is staffed 24 hours a day and supports 8 families and one single woman.In addition to shelter, families are offered case management support and enriching group and community activities to help them deal with the trauma they have experienced and begin to establish lives that are free of violence.KEY RESPONSIBILTIES

• Acts as a resource to staff and clients in the area of trauma and the dynamics of woman abuse;
• Interviews, conducts preliminary assessments and identifies clients’ needs in the areas of trauma support and woman abuse;
• Provides crisis counselling to residents by telephone or in-person;
• Develops safety plans with clients;
• Provides information and referrals as required; liaises with professionals and agencies in the community to facilitate the access to services as required by the clients;
• Provides information and referrals as required; liaises with professionals and agencies in the community to facilitate the access to services as required by the clients;
• Researches, creates and obtains material to address the needs of clients;
• Works with the women individually and/or in groups to develop improved social and living skills by assisting them to: set goals, follow through on plans, discuss alternatives and make choices and decisions;
• Uses mediation and counselling skills to maintain a co-operative, supportive and productive house environment;
• Conducts weekly residents meetings;
• Attends regular staff meetings, staff training sessions and case meetings as required;
• Works within a team environment; provides support and information to team members and assists other staff when required;
• Demonstrates a commitment to continuous learning in order to ensure the delivery of high quality services;

• Develops, implements and evaluates workshops and groups that address clients’ trauma and woman abuse issues and collaborates with other YWCA programs in these areas;

• Ensures that the Health and Safety Guidelines are followed in accordance with the policies and procedures of YWCA Toronto;
• Adheres to policies and procedures of the YWCA of Greater Toronto;
• Ensures appropriate notification of child abuse as required by the Child and Family Services Act.

QUALIFICATIONS

• In-depth knowledge of an academic discipline normally acquired through completion of a clinically supervised undergraduate degree (e.g. BSW); (Cases for Equivelancy will be considered);
• 1 to 3 years experience in counselling and group work with clients at risk with demonstrated ability to work under pressure;
• A certificate in trauma response would be an asset;
• In depth knowledge of the dynamics of woman abuse and trauma required;
• Demonstrated experience in the development, delivery and evaluation of workshops and groups;
• Counselling approach that is flexible, de-escalates tension, teaches conflict resolution and is focused on success;
• Ability to deliver culturally sensitive services in a multicultural environment;
• Ability to work with an anti-oppression and feminist framework;
• Knowledge and understanding of mental health issues, advocacy, employment, child development and parenting, children’s programming and/or substance abuse issues would be an asset;
• Ability to handle crisis situations effectively both in person and by telephone;
• Strong interpersonal skills;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, e-mail and the internet;
• Ability to maintain a positive approach and a professional manner at all times;
• Knowledge of a second language an asset.

What we offer:

• Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental Coverage
• Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Benefit
• Multi-Sector Pension Plan: Employer’s contribution of 5.75% and Employee Contribution of 3.25%
• Time off: Starts with 20 Vacation Days, 1.5 Days Per Month Sick Leave, 12 Paid Holidays, Health Promotional Days and 4 Float Days
• Other Benefits: Child Care Benefits, Maternity/Parental Leave Supplementary Employment Benefits, Educational/Sabbatical Leave, and Financial Assistance for Professional Development

Please note: A vulnerable sector police reference check is required by the successful candidate prior to hiring. YWCA Toronto is a unionized workplace. Staff are represented by CUPE Local 2189. This position is within the Bargaining Unit. Please indicate on your cover letter if you are an internal candidate. For internal applicants, this position issecondable.Posting Date: February 28, 2025YWCA Toronto transforms lives. As the city’s largest multi-service women’s organization, we help women and gender diverse people escape violence, move out of poverty and access safe, affordable housing.We work tenaciously to break down barriers that hold women and gender diverse people back from achieving equality.Vaccination Policy: In accordance with YWCA Toronto’s COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, all YWCA Toronto employees, students and volunteers are strongly encouraged to obtain all COVID-19 vaccinations and booster doses as recommended by Toronto Public HealthPlease note: A vulnerable sector police reference check is required by the successful candidate prior to hiring. YWCA Toronto promotes the principles of anti-oppression and adheres to the tenets of the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from women and gender diverse people of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities and sexual orientations.YWCA Toronto provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted, please advise us if you require any accommodation. While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.YWCA Toronto is a Scent-Sensitive Workplace.Powered by JazzHR