Assistant to the Shelter Coordinator
The Lower Mainland Purpose Society
Vancouver & Lower Mainland
New Westminster
closes in 26 days (Tue, 3 Dec) full time
• $29 / hr
The Lower Mainland Purpose Society for Youth and Families
Position:Assistant to the Shelter Coordinator
Salary:$29.00 per hour
Hours:37 hours per week
Weekends: 8:00pm – 8:00am
Weekdays: with some flexibility
Reports To: Shelter Coordinator and Purpose Executive Director
Job Summary:
The Purpose Society is hiring anAssistant to the Shelter Coordinator who will provide administrative, operational and programming support to the Shelter Coordinator of the Purpose Overnight Shelter. The Assistant to the Shelter Coordinator must be compassionate, level-headed, and able to exercise good judgment in unpredictable circumstances. The Purpose Overnight Shelter operates from 8:00 pm to 8:00 am, 7 days a week.The shelter provides a cot, linen, dinner and breakfast to approximately 50 individuals per night. The key aspects of the Shelter Assistant Coordinator position include the following:
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist the Shelter Coordinator in overseeing nightly shelter operations in an administrative capacity
Coordinate shifts, ensures proper coverage, schedules staff training
Maintain efficient and accurate shelter data (electronic), required documentation and prepare reports as required
Provides information and direction to employees in the absence of the Shelter Coordinator
Maintain active participation in process improvement of day to day shelter operations, in collaboration with the Shelter Coordinator
Monitor the safety of the site and the practices on a daily basis to ensure everyone’s safety, initiate crisis management protocol as required, report all safety-related concerns and issues
Participate in and record minutes of staff meetings
Collaborate with the Shelter Coordinator on program evaluation and determines positive outcomes for the site
Assist the Shelter Coordinator in establishing relationships with the City of New Westminster, the Police and Fire Departments, other organizations, the business community, resident associations, and others in order to ensure excellence in service delivery
Qualifications:
Experience working with vulnerable and marginalized populations, especially those dealing with mental health and substance use
A degree from a recognized university in a relevant discipline (e.g. social services, community development, public health), or
A two-year post-secondary diploma in a relevant discipline (e.g. social services, community development, public health) and 4 years’ experience providing front-line, harm reduction services with an emphasis on mental health, addiction, homelessness and/or social services
Current First Aid and CPR certification
Job Skills and Abilities:
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Suite
Highly organized with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Experience developing and implementing new programs
Experience supervising employees
Advanced overdose recognition and response training
Knowledge of common drugs and their effects
Ability to work with and collaborate in a team setting to produce excellent results
Ability to maintain a non-judgmental and non-stigmatizing approach is required
Ability to work effectively under pressure and in stressful situations
Willingness to participate in an ongoing on the job and other outside courses
Ability and willingness to work with a client-centered approach
Good verbal and written communication skills
Additional Information:
Personal vehicle required on occasion
Criminal record check clearance is required
Must be physically and mentally able to be on your feet for long periods, take on physical tasks and work in a fast-paced environment
Please email your resume to Cristina Tullao, HR Coordinator for Recruitment and Training:
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