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Join Our Team as a Shelter Supervisor - Social Services!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals facing challenges? Ben Said Services is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Shelter Supervisor to lead our team in providing essential support to those in need. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a heart for social services, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

As a Shelter Supervisor, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the operations of our women's shelter and homeless services. You will supervise a team of support staff, coordinate community services, and ensure a safe and supportive environment for our clients. This is a permanent position requiring 35 to 40 hours of work per week, with a focus on delivering high-quality care and support.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare reports and case histories to track client progress.
• Supervise and support staff, ensuring effective service delivery.
• Conduct administrative and office activities to maintain smooth operations.
• Assess clients' skill strengths and development needs.
• Develop, coordinate, and implement community service programs.
• Prepare food and assist with meal planning.
• Provide crisis intervention and suicide prevention support.
• Resolve conflict situations effectively and compassionately.
• Supervise clients in group homes and halfway houses.
• Liaise with other social service agencies and healthcare providers.
• Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment programs.
• Screen, recruit, and train volunteers and support staff.
• Assist clients with special needs.

Supervision

You will be responsible for supervising a team of 11-15 individuals across various areas of responsibility, ensuring that all staff are supported and equipped to provide the best care possible.

Qualifications

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma, or equivalent experience.

Experience

• 7 months to less than 1 year in a related field.

Certificates and Licenses

• Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST).
• Mental Health First Aid Certificate.
• Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate.
• First Aid Certificate.

Target Audience

You will be working with a diverse range of individuals, including:

• Aboriginal groups
• Culturally diverse groups
• Elderly individuals
• Families
• Females and Males
• Persons with mental health disabilities
• Persons with physical disabilities
• Street population

Skills and Personal Suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication
• Strong judgment and ethical values
• Client-focused approach
• Flexibility and initiative
• Team player with strong organizational skills

Work Environment

You will be working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, requiring the ability to work independently and under pressure. Attention to detail is essential, and you should be comfortable handling weights of up to 9 kg (20 lbs).

Benefits

At Ben Said Services, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits
• Learning and training opportunities paid by the employer

Salary

The hourly wage for this position ranges from $20.00 to $22.00, negotiable based on experience.

Location

This position is based in St. John's, NL.

If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge and make a positive impact in the community, we encourage you to apply!

Disclaimer: Please note that the job posting you are about to read has been automatically generated by OpenAI based on a brief description sourced from the Job Bank.