Drop In Support Worker

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Employment Opportunity / Bissell Centre
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5 k6 t* M6 R$ |& GPosition: Drop In Support Worker / Terms: Full Time / Location: Edmonton Salary: Based on education & experience / Closing Date: open until suitable candidate is found.
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. r' A# S2 a; P' x. n/ g" g2 q' JPosition Abstract: position works with adults, families, and youth who access the Drop-In. The position involves responsibility to provide a safe and supportive environment for members of the community to meet, have an opportunity to socialize, and to meet their basic needs (coffee, snacks, showers, laundry, etc.). Provide on-site support and advocacy to individuals as needed. A movie night shift one Wednesday evening per month may be required.
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# a1 [$ p! G( }1 h2 D( v2 [Education/Experience: Grade 12 with extensive employment experience or Diploma in Social Work; familiarity with issues of poverty, homelessness, mental health and addictions; experience using computers.

Skills & Abilities: Strong communication skills and able to manage behaviours in the Drop-In while maintaining an inviting non-judgmental atmosphere; ability to establish rapport and trust with the program participants; strong problem solving skills and an ability to flexibly manage multiple tasks; knowledgeable about community resources and services; ability to be self-directed and to work well within a team.

TO APPLY - Submit resume in confidence to:

Sylvie Seguin, Manager ECSS - Bissell Centre
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PS. No phone calls please. We thank all applicants. Only those contacted for an interview will be considered.