Job Order Detail

Description

Hours of Work: 15 weekly  working 6:45a-3:15p  Saturday and Sunday

Position Description:
Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director of Outreach Services and the general supervision of the Director of Women's Housing, the Diversion Outreach Coordinator will respond to crisis and provide support from a trauma-informed, harm reduction and client-centered approach to women and families with complex barriers while working in collaboration with all YWCA Women's Housing teams in meeting the needs for housing, food security, and safety.

Responsibilities:
Service Delivery
Administrative Duties

Qualifications:
Experience working with Indigenous communities and cultures
Demonstrated experience working with the complex needs of people experiencing homelessness
Knowledge of the Child Welfare system, Trauma Informed Care, and Family Violence would be an asset
Knowledge about mental health issues and substance use disorder and how to respond to them (Naloxone training is an asset)
Ability to work independently and with a team
Accurate record keeping ability and basic computer skills (knowledge of HIFIS would be an asset)
Good communication and organizational abilities
Crisis intervention skills
Awareness of colonization and the intergenerational impacts it has had on women and families
Respect for women and children of various backgrounds.  

YWCA Regina Employment Benefits:
Opportunity for movement into Full-Time position for right candidate with vacancy, including internal competitions
4% Employer RRSP Contribution set up by employee after three months in position-no match required
Employer paid benefits - option to enhance at minimal employee cost  after three months in position
10 - Stat Holiday Days + 3 - YWCA Regina recognized days paid  annually
Vacation pay deposited on each cycle

Full competition detail including detailed responsibilities: https://ywcaregina.com/contribute/careers/