YW Support Worker Women

Position: YW Support Worker for Women
Join YW Calgary as a Program Support Worker focused on improving the lives of women facing crises. This role requires compassionate presence and skilled crisis management over a weekend schedule.

Scheduled for Saturday and Sunday evenings from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., you will play an instrumental part in supporting women who experience challenges such as poverty and mental health issues. Your compassionate, trauma-informed approach will help foster a safe and empowering atmosphere while ensuring the smooth operation of support services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create an inclusive environment respectful of diverse identities

• Build supportive, trusting relationships with residents

• Utilize grounding techniques in crisis situations

• Help clients articulate their goals with their Case Managers

• Manage documentation including critical incident reports

Requirements:

• Post-secondary degree in Human Services or similar

• 1-2 years of experience in a shelter setting

• Preferred training in gender-based violence intervention

• Strong communication and organizational abilities

• Experience with Microsoft Office and reporting tools

Utilize your experience and training to support women at YW Calgary, facilitating their journey towards stability and wellbeing.
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