Hours of work will normally be day shifts with occasional hours beyond this, as required to meet tenant needs

Who We Are

The work of Good Shepherd is based on a fundamental belief in providing hope and restoring dignity to the most vulnerable members of our community. Our services include emergency food transitional housing and education for homeless and street-involved youth; hospice palliative care; community mental health programs; and supportive housing programs. We are committed to integrating Harm Reduction practices into our programs and to prioritizing the rights, dignity, and choices of those who use substances. By integrating a Harm Reduction framework at Good Shepherd, we can decrease barriers to service and better support some of our community's most marginalized members.

This opportunity is with our Good Shepherd - HOMES - Mathias Place

How You Will Make an Impact

The HOMES program provides supportive housing to persons who have been homeless and are living with a mental illness. Team members support tenants to reach personal goals and to have a satisfying and meaningful life in the community. An opportunity exists to join our Mental Health team as a Community Support Cleaning Coach.

• Work to make a difference in the lives of tenants living at various apartment buildings in the community (Hamilton)
• Provide hands-on assistance to tenants with independent living skills in the community - specifically cleaning, laundry, and organization
• Be an integral part of the mental health team that supports and advocates for the clients
• Work collaboratively with the tenants in their home and in a range of community settings

What You'll Bring to Our Team

• A post-secondary education and experience in social services, personal support, and/or life skills training
• A minimum of two years' experience in mental health, health care, developmental services and/or concurrent disorders is required
• A 'recovery orientation' and 'consumer driven' style of practice
• The ability to work independently, take initiative and think creatively
• Demonstrated ability to work with individuals with diverse and complex health and psycho-social needs
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to work independently in client homes and community settings
• Excellent interpersonal
• Committed to anti-racist/anti-oppressive practice and to the mission and values of Good Shepherd
• Fluency in a language in addition to English is an asset

What We Offer

• Be a part of a caring TEAM THAT SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY
• Support for continuing EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
• Staff recognition programs along with access to self-care supports and EMPLOYEE /
• FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
• POSITIVE and ENCOURAGING atmosphere
• Make a difference and provide HOPE
• Extended benefits

Good Shepherd, a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, is an equal opportunity employer operating within an anti-racist and anti-oppression framework. We strive to establish workplaces that reflect and are enhanced by the rich diversity of the community we serve.

Good Shepherd welcomes and encourages applications from all people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you need accommodations, please contact Human Resources at 905-528-5877.

Good Shepherd has a mandatory verification of COVID-19 vaccination policy. More information on the full policy requirements and accommodation allowances will be provided to those selected for an interview.