Women's Housing (Regina)

Women's Housing (Regina)

02 Nov
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Ywc
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Regina

02 Nov

Ywc

Regina

Evening Residence Support Worker Position Title Residence Support Worker (Evening) Hours of Work 37.5 hours/week – 1:00pm to 9:30pm Rotation including 2 weekends per month Position Type Full-time Permanent Start Date Immediately Residence Support Worker provides front-line support to those experiencing crisis or immediate needs related to food, safety, housing, health and more. They take a trauma-informed, harm reduction and client-centered approach to women and families with complex barriers. And they use their strong knowledge of internal and external services to connect or refer those they serve to appropriate support. By building trusted relationships, the Residence Support Worker diverts individuals in need away from use of emergency services by connecting them to relevant information, programs and supports. Foster a welcoming, safe, and inclusive environment by maintaining a visible and approachable presence within the Community Hub. Utilize trauma-informed, person-centered, and culturally responsive practices to identify immediate needs, strengths, and priorities and support access through coordination or referrals when possible. Complete informal needs assessments by talking and observing changes in wellbeing, safety, or basic needs. Through walk-abouts, check-in on and connect with community members who may require support or assistance. Respond to crisis situations, including drug poisoning and medical emergencies, in a trauma-informed manner, deescalate when needed. Connects community members to services and make appropriate referrals (40%) Coordinate access to Community Hub amenities including showers, laundry facilities, hygiene supplies, and clothing vouchers. Encouraging connection to programming within the YWCA. Reporting and Case Planning (15%)



Assist women by providing information and helping to fill out various forms such as applications for housing and income assistance. Share relevant observations with Outreach Manager and co-workers to support continuity of care. Connect women and families to cultural supports, programming, and ceremony (10%) Actively work towards developing familiarity with Indigenous cultural traditions and engagement with Indigenous people and communities. Access and support women and families in accessing and participating in Indigenous cultural and ceremonial programming and content. Bachelor’s degree in social work, Child and Youth Care, Justice Studies, OR a related field, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience working with Indigenous communities and cultures. Demonstrated experience working with the complex needs of people experiencing homelessness. Experience working with individuals involved with the Child Welfare system and other government systems. Accurate record keeping ability and basic computer skills (knowledge of HIFIS would be an asset). Awareness of colonization and the intergenerational impacts it has had on women and families; Respect for women and children of various backgrounds. ASSETS & PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of trauma informed care, and family violence. Naloxone training is an asset. Onsite or in community Criminal/Vulnerable Sector record checks.



Employer-paid extended health and dental benefits, with option to enhance coverage at minimal employee cost — available after three months of employment. ~ Paid vacation, accrued based on hours worked, starting at 3 weeks annually and increasing with years of service. ~10 statutory holiday days plus 3 YWCA Regina–recognized paid days annually. ~ Access to the YWCA Regina vehicle fleet for work purposes (with applicable credentials). ~ Access to the organization’s in office fitness facility. ~ Casual dress code and flexible work week. ~ A values-driven team committed to equity, care, and community impact. OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY & INCLUSION As an organization led by and for women, YWCA Regina is deeply committed to building a team that reflects the full diversity of our community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit), Black people, racialized persons, people with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, newcomers, and all others who bring perspectives that enrich our work. We want to be clear: your lived experience, community knowledge, and unique perspective are genuine assets here. Accommodation is available at any stage of the recruitment process. If you require support to participate equitably, please contact us at [email protected] in 1910, aspires to a world where communities benefit from the full and equitable inclusion of women and families, and where the experiences and perspectives of women and families are reflected in all facets of society. We are a community voice of and for women — and a trusted partner in addressing the most complex issues faced by women and our community. YWCA Regina provides childcare, shelter

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