YW Weekend Shelter Support Worker

Take on a rewarding role as a Weekend Shelter Support Worker with YW Calgary, focusing on assisting women facing homelessness and other challenges. Your support will be essential in fostering stable housing and empowerment.

In this dynamic position, you will use your experience to offer compassionate, trauma-informed support as women transition into safe environments. You'll play a crucial part in addressing emotional and practical needs, promoting overall well-being through consistent and effective support strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Foster a welcoming and inclusive environment for clients

• Utilize crisis de-escalation techniques to manage distress

• Assist clients in developing safety plans with Case Managers

• Support access to basic needs such as food and clothing

• Manage documentation of all client interactions and incidents

Requirements:

• Post-secondary education in Social Work or Human Services

• 1-2 years’ experience working with vulnerable women

• Training in crisis intervention and trauma-informed care

• Excellent communication and organizational skills

• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion

Empower women to rebuild their lives at YW Calgary through this impactful support role.
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