Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description

Position Purpose Summary

The Overnight Shelter Support Worker (Casual) at the Centre of Hope - Mount Waddington Community Ministries, provides a safe and secure setting for guests and visitors.



The Incumbent may provide emotional support and crisis intervention and is responsible for the smooth operation of the facilities during their shift.

Accountabilities

- Serves as The Salvation Army’s representative to Shelter Guests and Visitors.
- Reads HIFIS and Staff to Staff notes at the beginning of each shift.
- Accurately records day-to-day happenings using appropriate methods; maintains logbooks and completes occurrence reports.
- May liaise with referral sources and other external agencies as needed (e.g. welfare, police, parole, urgent situations).
- Handles the admission, orientation and evaluation of guests’ understanding of rules; ensures ongoing enforcement of policies, which may include guest discipline.
- May serve as Receptionist for Shelter, answering phones promptly and as necessary.
- Follows proper intake procedures for new guests.
- Monitors the activities of the guests/residents and maintains availability for personal, practical and morale support; may include providing safe storage and recording of prescribed medications.
- May assist with meal prep, clean-up and serving, including checking food temperatures.
- Assists in completing kitchen and janitorial inventory and reports information to Head Cook and Community Ministries Supervisor.
- Participates in scheduled job-related training as required.




- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
- May call in employees as required to fill in for last-minute employee absences.
- Gives input into orientating, training and evaluating staff.
- Oversees the coffee service schedule.
- Completes cleaning duties as assigned.
- Provides appropriate assistance to guests when required.
- Communicates guest food allergy and dietary restriction information to Head Cook and Community Ministries Supervisor.
- Treats all residents with respect and dignity at all times.

Health, Safety & Environmental

- May carry out inspection/security checks of property and grounds in accordance with policies and procedures.
- Complies with all safety procedures.
- Ensures proper lifting, twisting and reaching techniques are used during job performance.
- Checks intercom and monitor before answering the door. Answers the door with proper precautions.
- Responsible to sign-in and out the appropriate set of keys, ensuring the safety and security of the facility.
- Regularly checks that the working partner’ is feeling well.

Working Conditions

A large part of the job involves working in a public sector; therefore, courtesy and confidentiality are imperative. The incumbent, similar to other employees, is to show respect and dignity to fellow employees, clients, and members of the public as well as is expected to abstain from using profane language while in the facility or representing The Salvation Army as an employee.

If the incumbent is aware of confidential information as part of their work, they are not permitted to discuss this information with anyone other than those to whom they r

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