Relief Residential Support WorkerWomen's Crisis Services of Waterloo Region • Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
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Relief Residential Support Worker
Women's Crisis Services of Waterloo Region • Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
- Part-time
Job description
Key Skills
Anti Money Laundering,Economics,Google Analytics,Access,Commerce,Arabic
Employment Type : Part-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Do you desire a community that is free from violence and abuse in any of its forms Do you have a genuine passion to support women and children move beyond violence Do you possess a feminist philosophy and have an understanding of an anti-oppressive framework
Lets start with the general details
Position: Domestic Violence Workers
Location: Kitchener (Anselma House) and Cambridge (Haven House)
Status: Casual (Day evening overnight and weekend shifts)
Hourly Wage: $26.06 per hour as outlined in the UNIFOR Local 302 Collective Agreement
Schedule:
- Relief Residential Support Worker: Available for a minimum of (3) full shifts per week. Of these (3) full shifts (2) shifts must be overnight shifts with (1) of those shifts being between Monday through Friday and (1) shift on Saturday or Sunday and (1) day shift. Relief employees must submit availability to work at least 9 of the paid holidays per calendar year.
So how do we define a Relief Residential Support Worker
The main buckets of work will include;
- supporting women and children to move beyond violence by providing crisis line support safety planning ongoing assessment emotional support through one to one and group activities
- providing community referrals/information discharge planning and advocacy
- support women to adapt to communal living and facilitate their transition to independence
- the ideal Relief Residential Support Worker would have a flexible schedule available evenings and weekends.
Given this description we are anticipating the successful candidate would have the following skills and experience;
- BSW MSW or psychology degree from a recognized College or University
- SSW with related experience in the VAW sector
- Residential experience
- Experience in the VAW Sector an asset
- Flexibility and priority setting required to de-escalate crisis situations and to manage the multiple demand of the role.
- Knowledge of the effects of all types of abuse on both women and children.
- Have a feminist philosophy.
- Understanding of an anti-racist and anti-oppressive framework.
- Demonstrated sound judgment and the ability to be decisive in crisis situations.
- Strong organizational and time management skills along with the ability to multi-task.
- Current and informed knowledge of the needs of diverse groups of women and children such as ability sexual orientation gender identity poverty survivors of trauma mental health and addiction issues.
- Knowledge of conflict resolution practices and negotiation techniques as well as the ability to facilitate meetings direct situations and implement rules and guidelines.
- Current knowledge of basic criminal and family law The Child and Family Services Act and related legal issues and resources.
- Excellent interpersonal skills verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in the use of computer software.
- Valid drivers license valid and sufficient insurance coverage and access to a reliable vehicle.
Do you have the following additional assets
- Experience in providing crisis intervention trauma informed harm reduction support and advocacy risk and ongoing assessments.
- Experience working with interpreters.
- Knowledge of and skills in accessing and utilizing appropriate community resources.
- Valid First Aid/CPR-C Certificate and Naloxone training will be provided if required
- Ability to speak in two or more languages.
We do also have some general employment eligibility requirements:
- Vulnerable Sector Police Record Check
Who Are We
Womens Crisis Services of Waterloo Region (WCSWR*) provides emergency shelter to women and children fleeing abusive relationships. We operate two shelters: Anselma House in Kitchener and Haven House in Cambridge. Our facilities operate on a 24/7 basis and we pride ourselves in being more than shelter. We also offer a robust region-wide outreach support program which supports families who are experiencing or have experienced domestic violence. We believe that everyone deserves to live a life free from abuse.
*WCSWR supports women transgender and gender-diverse individuals.
What makes WCSWR a great place to work
- A full team of staff that are passionate about the cause and about helping others (strong values alignment)
- A culture of encouragement and celebration
- Leaders that are committed to continuous improvement and listen to and act on feedback
- A supportive working environment committed to continuous learning and growth
- Internal programs committed to staff wellness engagement and development
Make a difference while building your career with WCSWR
Please submit your resume and cover letter highlighting why you are excited about this opportunity to
Womens Crisis Services of Waterloo Region welcomes and encourages applications from people who identify as male Black Indigenous 2SLGBTQ and all equity seeking community members. We are also committed to a barrier-free recruitment process: If you are selected for an interview please advise if you need accommodation for a disability and we will make every effort to accommodate.
Key Skills
Anti Money Laundering,Economics,Google Analytics,Access,Commerce,Arabic
Employment Type : Part-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
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