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As part of Mens Shelter and Drop In Centre team you would perform general duties consistent with the quality service we provide to the homeless and at risk members of our community. You should have strong client service, organization and time management skills. You must be available for day, evening or overnight shifts on weekdays and weekends.
A variety of duties include cleaning,laundry, preparing and serving nutritious meals, checking in clients, record keeping, providing essential items as needed by clients, and other duties as required.
Please note there is some heavy lifting and carrying supplies up and down stairs.
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own transportation
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- First Aid Certificate
Additional Skills
- Housekeeping activities
- Food preparation
Type of Community or Social Service
- Services for the homeless
Specific Skills
- Obtain information and prepare reports or case histories
- Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services
- Resolve conflict situations
- Maintain program statistics for purposes of evaluation and research
Work Setting
- Community or neighbourhood centre
- Shelter for the homeless
Ability to Supervise
- More than 20 people
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)
Target Groups or Clients
- Street population