Shelter Worker,Permanent Full-time , $ 36, 675.19 (probationary rate) $38, 089.51(job rate)
Job Number # 2010-HHH-05
DIXON HALL
Internal (CUPE 2497 MEMBERS ONLY)
Permanent Full-time
Posting Date: June 8th 2010
Closing Date/Time: June 21st 2010 4pm
Job Title: Shelter Worker, Heyworth House
Reports to: Shelter Manager and Assistant Manager
Department: Homeless, Hostels and Housing Services (HHH)
Salary Range: $ 36, 675.19 (probationary rate) $38, 089.51(job rate)
Classification: Level II
Hours of work: 35 hrs per week (includes weekends and overnights)
Job Function: See attached
Job Description: See attached
Minimum Qualifications/
Specifications: See attached
Please apply in a sealed envelope to:
Shannon McGillivray
Manager, Shelter Services
Dixon Hall
58 Sumach Street
Toronto, Ontario
M5A 3J7
NO FAXES OR E-MAILS WILL BE ACCEPTED
Internal Candidates MUST mark “Internal” ? Job # 2010-HHH-05 on the sealed envelope
External Candidates must quote the job number on the sealed envelope.
The hiring process is governed by Dixon Hall’s Race Relations and Employment Equity Policy.
NOTE: external applicants will only be considered if there are no qualified candidates from CUPE local 2497.
Level Two Shelter Worker Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION:
• As part of a team, be responsible for the day to day operation of the facility
• Respond to the needs of residents using the facility
• Ensure adherence to the organization’s mission, vision, policies and practices
• Ensure a safe and responsible environment and encourage residents’ input
• Adhere to Municipal fire safety, Board of Health guidelines and Hostel guidelines in the operation of the program
• Participate in the planning and delivery of programs and activities to address the health, employment, housing and social and recreational needs of the residents
• Work as a resource for residents, particularly around housing issues, support and advocacy
• Develop positive relationships with community groups, neighbours and resources in the larger community
• Participate in on-going team building, ensuring peer accountability, strong communications and support
• Attend regular staff meetings, training, workshops, etc. as required
• Use intervention and mediation skills to defuse potential conflicts
• Ensure all record keeping is up-to-date, review all incidents and log reports on each shift
• Ensure all relevant information is communicated to the Manager and co-workers
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned within the purview of this job description.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Related training and/or experience working with disadvantaged, homeless or marginally housed
• Knowledge of issues affecting this population and knowledge of emergency and social services
• Demonstrated commitment to principles of anti-racism, anti-sexism and to challenging other forms of oppression
• Demonstrated experience working within a diverse ethno-racial, multi-lingual, adult community setting
• Ability to handle emergency situations (conflict resolution and harm reduction skills required)
• Strong interpersonal skills and commitment to teamwork approach
Job Number # 2010-HHH-05
DIXON HALL
Internal (CUPE 2497 MEMBERS ONLY)
Permanent Full-time
Posting Date: June 8th 2010
Closing Date/Time: June 21st 2010 4pm
Job Title: Shelter Worker, Heyworth House
Reports to: Shelter Manager and Assistant Manager
Department: Homeless, Hostels and Housing Services (HHH)
Salary Range: $ 36, 675.19 (probationary rate) $38, 089.51(job rate)
Classification: Level II
Hours of work: 35 hrs per week (includes weekends and overnights)
Job Function: See attached
Job Description: See attached
Minimum Qualifications/
Specifications: See attached
Please apply in a sealed envelope to:
Shannon McGillivray
Manager, Shelter Services
Dixon Hall
58 Sumach Street
Toronto, Ontario
M5A 3J7
NO FAXES OR E-MAILS WILL BE ACCEPTED
Internal Candidates MUST mark “Internal” ? Job # 2010-HHH-05 on the sealed envelope
External Candidates must quote the job number on the sealed envelope.
The hiring process is governed by Dixon Hall’s Race Relations and Employment Equity Policy.
NOTE: external applicants will only be considered if there are no qualified candidates from CUPE local 2497.
Level Two Shelter Worker Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION:
• As part of a team, be responsible for the day to day operation of the facility
• Respond to the needs of residents using the facility
• Ensure adherence to the organization’s mission, vision, policies and practices
• Ensure a safe and responsible environment and encourage residents’ input
• Adhere to Municipal fire safety, Board of Health guidelines and Hostel guidelines in the operation of the program
• Participate in the planning and delivery of programs and activities to address the health, employment, housing and social and recreational needs of the residents
• Work as a resource for residents, particularly around housing issues, support and advocacy
• Develop positive relationships with community groups, neighbours and resources in the larger community
• Participate in on-going team building, ensuring peer accountability, strong communications and support
• Attend regular staff meetings, training, workshops, etc. as required
• Use intervention and mediation skills to defuse potential conflicts
• Ensure all record keeping is up-to-date, review all incidents and log reports on each shift
• Ensure all relevant information is communicated to the Manager and co-workers
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned within the purview of this job description.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Related training and/or experience working with disadvantaged, homeless or marginally housed
• Knowledge of issues affecting this population and knowledge of emergency and social services
• Demonstrated commitment to principles of anti-racism, anti-sexism and to challenging other forms of oppression
• Demonstrated experience working within a diverse ethno-racial, multi-lingual, adult community setting
• Ability to handle emergency situations (conflict resolution and harm reduction skills required)
• Strong interpersonal skills and commitment to teamwork approach
