Overnight Support Staff

Winter Emergency Response (WER) is a collaborative community effort within the Tri-Municipal region to create a temporary, emergency weather response intended to mitigate risk for unsheltered residents within the region who are vulnerable to serious, critical, or potentially fatal health impacts as a result of cold weather exposure. It is active only when the weather reaches a wind chill threshold of -20 degrees Celsius and runs from Nov 1- March 31.

When activated, the Late Night Café operates from 7PM to 7AM within the Congregational Christian Fellowship Church at 445 King Street in Spruce Grove. The program provides a safe place to sleep, hot meals, and access to cold weather supplies.

Responsibilities:

• Work nightshift 7pm-7am, on call; weather dependent.
• @80hrs/month or less (salary wage)
• November 1st- March 31st
• Monitor overnight space and maintain safe practice for guests and volunteers.
• Provide direct care and support to individuals using the facility.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Prepare and serve meals.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for clients.
• Attend and complete job training provided by employer.

Qualifications:

- First aid
- Previous experience with the unhoused community is preferred but not required.
- Knowledge of meal preparation and food safe practices.
- Ability to work independently and follow employee guidelines
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Compassionate and patient demeanor

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not exhaustive or comprehensive of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

Job Types: Part-time, Casual, Seasonal

Salary: $18.00-$21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 1 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Night shift
• On call

Application question(s):

• Do you have any experience working with the unhoused community? (Volunteer or employed)

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Language:

• English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Spruce Grove, AB T7X 2C6 (required)

Work Location: In person