These are part time non-union contract positions scheduled to work 14 hours per week on Saturday and Sunday. Overnight shift (11:00pm-7:00am)

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DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Trains, develops and supervises shelter support worker, relief staff and security staff.
• Oversees the delivery and coordination of program services which includes supporting staff and client day to day issues, liaising with city of Toronto’s Central Intake, follow up with hotel management.
• Maintains and update work schedules ensuring proper coverage of every shift and maintaining proper staffing.
• Ensures incident reports and documentation are up to date.
• Supports the hiring and training of new staff.
• Work closely with other Assistant Managers and Manager to ensure smooth daily operations and clear communication provided between the different teams.
• Coordinates/supports the delivery of services to clients.
• Reviews/ensures files and documentation are up to date on data bases used.
• Supports and lead shelter staff in managing crises and high-risk situations.
• Ensures that the centre and its staff are in compliance with operational policies and procedures and Toronto Shelter Standards.
• Works with team on developing and updating shelter policies.
• Be available on call for staff emergencies at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Post-secondary degree or equivalent and related management experience.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience working in a shelter setting is required, with at least one (1) year of experience in supervising shelter programs and staff.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Toronto Shelter Standards.
• Demonstrated ability in developing, implementing and evaluating programs.
• Demonstrated knowledge in issues facing people experiencing homelessness.
• Well-developed organizational, analytical and decision-making skills.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Internet, Excel and email is essential.
• Experience in entering and monitoring data in an internet based database.
• Ability to speak a second language would be considered asset.
• Possession of a valid First Aid/CPR training certificate is required.
• Possession of a valid Naloxone training certificate is required.
• Required to provide a valid Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS) Police check. The VSS must have been completed within past 6 months.
• Must be fully vaccinated or be exempt from vaccination on human rights grounds. COSTI reserves the right to require information establishing the validity of the exemption.

LOCATION:                                        Hwy 401 and Dixon Rd                       

DURATION:                                       June 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023

SALARY RANGE:                               $28.87 to $31.39 per hour

POSTING DATE:                               May 16, 2023

CLOSING DATE:                               May 30, 2023

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resumes and cover letters as one file quoting reference #132-23 to the below link:

https://creg.costi.ca/ui/hr/resume.aspx?refno=132-23