Emergency Shelter, Intake/Support Worker Cariboo Friendship Society

CARIBOO FRIENDSHIP SOCIETY (CFS) has openings for Emergency Shelter Workers.

Who we are

The Society contracts services that includes Prenatal, Early intervention, domestic abuse, shelter services, mental health, early development, elders programming, social housing, Hearth Restaurant, Native Arts and craft shop, contracting and longhouse rentals.

What we offer

· Awareness of need for work life flexibility

· Excellent training opportunities

· Value culture

· Dental and Vision plan after 3 months, Company RRSP’s contribution plan

· Paid vacation; sick days; Cultural Days; staff development

What you’ll do

· Provide Emergency Shelter services for clients who are homeless.

· Gather information from clients to identify needs and risks, and then provide information to appropriate sources.

· Handle the admission, orientation and evaluation of clients' understanding of rules; ensure ongoing enforcement of policies.

· Identifies social, economic, recreational, and educational services in the community that will meet clients’ needs.

· Accurately record day to day happenings using the appropriate methods; intake forms, maintain communication logs and complete all forms required.

· Carry out security checks of property and grounds in accordance with policies and procedures.

· Maintains connections with other agencies, professionals, and the community.

What you’ll bring

· Willingness to learn and be a part of a team

· Post-secondary education, experience working with relevant population, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

· Successful completion of Criminal Record check

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

· Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills essential

· Culturally competent

· Knowledge of local resources

Please submit your resume with work related references to admin@cfswl.caor 99 South Third Avenue, Williams Lake, BC

This posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Job Type: Casual

Salary: $24.00-$25.20 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Williams Lake, BC V2G 1J1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (preferred)

Work Location: In person