Internal Only - Cupe Local 5478 Guest Support Main - Part-time Permanent, With Possibility Of Full-time Hours

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St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
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Trauma-informed care experience
Harm reduction approach knowledge
Crisis de-escalation skills
** The position is for a part-time Guest Support Worker at The Gathering Place in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, with the potential for full-time hours. The role focuses on providing compassionate, trauma-informed care to individuals facing homelessness and other complex challenges, requiring strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to social justice. **

Job Summary

  • This role serves as a key frontline contact delivering compassionate, trauma-informed care to guests facing homelessness and complex health challenges.
  • The position requires the ability to identify and de-escalate potential crises while maintaining a safe and inclusive environment for all staff and guests.
  • Candidates must possess post-secondary education in healthcare or social services and demonstrate a strong understanding of harm reduction principles.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The position is for a part-time Guest Support Worker at The Gathering Place in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, with the potential for full-time hours. The role focuses on providing compassionate, trauma-informed care to individuals facing homelessness and other complex challenges, requiring strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to social justice. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Trauma-informed care experience
  • Harm reduction approach knowledge
  • Crisis de-escalation skills
  • Flexible schedule availability
  • Physical lifting up to 50 lbs

Nice-to-have

  • Strong interpersonal relationship building
  • Commitment to equity and inclusion
  • Experience in community-based settings
  • Sound judgment in fast-paced environments

Key Requirements

  • Post-secondary education in healthcare or human services
  • Clear Record of Conduct and Vulnerable Sector Check
  • Experience in shelters or residential care settings

Work Rights

Not specified

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