Job Title: Shelter Assistant
Position Type: Temporary Fulltime – 9 weeks starting May 24
Facility: Ridge Meadows Ministries
Department: Shelter Maple Ridge, BC
Posting Expires: May 12, 2017
Interested applications please submit a resume with cover letter indicating “Summer Assistant” in subject line to:
E-mail: resumes@saridgemeadows.com
Please no phone calls
Oversee and coordinate Shelter Lounge activities and support Shelter Workers.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Willingness & ability to work within the mission, vision & values of The Salvation Army and Ridge Meadows Ministries
- Support, where and when possible, the efforts of all residents and co-workers
- Use a client-centered approach by consistently demonstrating compassion, respect and empathy in the administration of policies and procedures
- Plan and organize social and connection activities for shelter guests
- Maintain consistent structure in Shelter Lounge
- Update client files and case notes in data entry system
- Assist Shelter Workers and Case Workers as required
- Attend Public Relations events as requested
- Give guidance, support and encouragement to volunteers
- Organize and restock supplies
- Maintain volunteer “contact list” and keep accurate records (ie number of guests, number of meals, etc)
- The above is a general overview of responsibilities. A complete job description is available upon request.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Full-time student intending to return to studies in September 2017 between 15-30 years of age at start of employment as per Canada Summer Job Program eligibility requirements
- Strong service ethic and a friendly disposition with the public with effective communication skills
- Adaptability to change and frequent interruptions
- Team oriented and able to take initiative with ability to work with minimum supervision in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to work with people from diverse cultural backgrounds
- Agreeable to a flexible, non-routine schedule
- High standards of integrity and confidentiality
- A current valid BC driver’s license and clean driving record
- Computer and word processing ability
- Possess valid Food Safe, CPR, First Aid and Non-Violent Crisis certification or willingness to obtain
Successful obtainment of clearance through the Criminal Record Check Criminal Record Check
HOURS OF WORK:
- Flexibility in hours is expected & work may include evenings and weekends
The Salvation Army will accommodate candidates as required under applicable human rights legislation. If you require a disability-related accommodation during this process, please inform us of your requirements
We thank all applicants, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. No phone calls please.
INTERNAL APPLICANTS: please advise Department Heads of your intentions prior to submitting your application.