Join Good Shepherd as a Senior Shelter Support Worker, providing crucial support to those facing housing instability. This role emphasizes crisis intervention within a welcoming shelter life.
Your responsibility as a Senior Shelter Support Worker will be to help individuals and couples, even those with pets, navigate their housing challenges. Collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team, you will promote a safe environment and assist residents in developing actionable plans for housing stability.
Your expertise in crisis intervention and mental health will be pivotal in this transformative shelter setting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist individuals, couples, and those with pets in the shelter
- Deliver housing-focused case management with a Housing First approach
- Engage in crisis intervention and supportive counselling services
- Maintain professionalism and keep necessary documentation
- Foster a trauma-informed, harm reduction atmosphere
Requirements:
- At least 3 years of experience in homelessness and housing sectors
- Educational background in social services
- Strong skills in crisis intervention methods
- Ability to work with diverse, vulnerable populations
- Valid driver's license may be beneficial
Be part of a mission-driven team assisting those in need at Positive Shepherd.
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📌 Senior Shelter Support Worker for Good Shepherd (Canada)
🏢 EmergencyMD
📍 Canada
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