Reporting to the supervisor, YW Crisis Shelter the Awake Overnight Women's Support Partner is responsible for providing late night and overnight support to women and their children residing in our emergency domestic violence shelter. The Women's Support Partner is a highly engaged, energetic and motivated individual who recognizes the intersectional ways women's experiences can impact their stay in shelter and works through an anti-oppressive, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive lens. The Women's Support Partner works collaboratively with the shelter team to ensure a strong, innovative support system is in place for women and children impacted by domestic violence through provision of information, education, resources, referrals, and advocacy to support inclusion, empowerment and the development of assets needed to thrive in a safe and equitable community.

There are 2 part-time roles available. One position works Saturday-Monday 11:00 pm – 7:30 am (0.6FTE). The second role works Saturday: 3:00 pm- 11:30 pm, Sunday- Monday 11:00 pm- 7:30 am (0.6FTE) These position are not eligible for a hybrid work arrangement.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Participate in ongoing opportunities for professional development
• Use principles of client-centered, trauma-informed care to provide support and crisis intervention for women and children shelter residents who have experienced violence and homelessness
• Answer all calls on the 24-hour crisis line during shift, screen potential residents and support transition to another shelter or support if we cannot accommodate
• Provide move-in and move-out room checks with residents as required
• Build and maintain positive, supportive, Non-judgmental and respectful resident relations
• Conduct intake with residents, including risk assessment and safety planning
• Maintain the safety and security of the shelter and report concerns to the organizational and/or facilities on-call, as well as property owner emergency line and the appropriate authorities if required
• Keeps accurate records and ensures data entry is completed on time and according to organizational and program standards
• Clearly articulates the YW mission, vision and objectives and shares how their work contributes to those
• Foster and contribute to a culture of inclusion and equity in a diverse work environment; understand and recognize that individual differences significantly contribute to YW Calgary's success in its programs and workplace environment.
• Integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion principles to your role, how you work and how you engage with others, as aligned with YW Calgary's values and Practice Framework.
• Share individual accountability to create and maintain inclusive and safe spaces and practices (physically and psychologically) that are open, transparent, and encourage accountability, advocacy, and mentorship.
• Share individual accountability to create and maintain an inclusive environment the fosters a physical and psychologically safe workplace. Actively participate in the implementation of the National Standard for Psychological Health & Safety and integrate into all work practices and interactions with colleagues.
• Understand and remain current with YW Calgary Health, Safety and Wellness policies, practices and protocols and ensure work is performed in alignment to YW's culture.
• Inform team members and leaders to stop any unsafe work practices immediately to create awareness and injury/illness prevention.
• Report any hazards or incidents immediately to your leader in accordance with YW Calgary's incident reporting requirements to help ensure pro-active risk mitigation and management in compliance with legislative requirements (Occupational Health & Safety, Workers' Compensation Board, etc.)

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Bachelor of Social Work or equivalent in Human Services field
• Applicants with a Diploma education may be considered additionally
• Minimum 2 years' experience working in the field of violence against women with a working knowledge of the causes and consequences of domestic violence
• Experience in intake, risk assessment and safety planning are an asset
• Competence in the use of the English language to enable the completion of case notes and other documentation
• Strong computer literacy skills including MS Office Suite and ability to learn additional software quickly and effectively
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary team is an asset
• First Aid and CPR certification is required
• Completes core trainings such as Alberta Brain Story, Mindfulicity, and Food Safety certification within 3 months of employment
• A clear Police Information Check, including a Vulnerable Sector Search, and an Intervention Record Check is required upon commencement of employment

If you want to change lives, we want to hear from you.
Deadline: Until positions filled.
Apply today by submitting your resume, cover letter, and salary expectations.
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YW Calgary is committed to providing an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace where all employees, volunteers and clients feel valued and respected, whatever their race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, ancestry, or place of origin.