Centre 105 is looking to hire a Support Worker – Summer Student position. The role will report directly to the Executive Director of the Centre 105, which is a community ministry of the Anglican Diocese of Ottawa, located in Trinity Anglican Church, in Cornwall. Centre 105 offers all visitors a hearty breakfast, ongoing coffee service, a safe place to socialize, a laundry program, a shower program, and social/recreational activities. We also offer referrals to other service partners and agencies. We are currently open three mornings a week: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, from 9:00 am until 12:00pm.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• This is a position that requires the employee to interact with vulnerable individuals, who are accessing Centre 105 to receive a meal and to enjoy the social component of interacting with other participants.
• Being present in the venue while open three mornings a week, interacting with the participants.
• Assisting with breakfast service, handing out meals and drinks to participants, and helping with the main hall and kitchen set-up and clean-up, as necessary.
• Helping to safely facilitate the laundry and shower program.
• General cleaning duties.
• Monitoring the use of the washroom and adjacent hallways.
• Working with other staff to maintain a safe, welcoming, non-discriminatory atmosphere in the drop-in and responding quickly and appropriately to any situation that threatens the safety and well-being of participants, staff and volunteers.
• Adhering to Diocesan policies and protocols on sexual misconduct and workplace harassment and discrimination, as well maintaining and respecting required professional boundaries on privacy and confidentiality.
• Being able to work within the mission and values of our community ministry.

Ideal Qualifications and Experience:

• A current and valid vulnerable sector police check is required.
• Ability to work as a team to maintain a hospitable, safe atmosphere rooted in mutual tolerance and respect.
• Ability to acknowledge and respect diversity in all persons.
• Ability to deal with unacceptable and unsafe behavior in a quick and appropriate manner, responding to each situation as required by appropriate circumstances. Seeking assistance when and if necessary.
• Available to work onsite on the mornings of Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, as these are the days in which Centre 105 offers a meal program. There may be future changes in scheduling to respond to visitors' needs or operational requirements.

Values:

• Respect: We treat those we serve and one another with dignity, consideration, and respect.
• Acceptance: We accept all those in need and appreciate the wisdom and diversity they bring.
• Inclusivity: We welcome all to Centre 105, and strive to ensure that everyone develops a sense of belonging, knowing that they are valued.

Other Requirements:

• The location must be convenient for the candidate's regular commute to work.
• The candidate must be available 8am-1pm, every Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday.
• The candidate must have a police record clearance.
• The candidate must be returning to post-secondary education, in the Fall of 2024.

Submit your application:

• Please send resume via email to [email protected]
• Please do not submit your application in-person.
• Submit your application on or before April 30th, 2024.

While all applications will be gratefully received, only individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted. The Anglican Diocese of Ottawa reserves the right to contact individuals and to arrange for interviews at any time.

Our organization is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, or disability. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Please advise during the search process if you require accommodation by contacting us at [email protected]