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Title posted on CivicJobs.ca - Warming Centre Attendant (Security Attendant I)
Posted on November 12, 2024 by Employer details City of Vancouver
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Warming Centre Attendant (Security Attendant I) Requisition ID: 42400 OrganizationLocated on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the x?m??k??y??m (Musqueam), S?wx?wú7mesh (Squamish), and s?lilw?ta? (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world?s most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities. Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, reconciliation, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.Main Purpose and FunctionThe Warming Centre Attendant position reports to the Warming Centre Coordinator, who is responsible for providing coordination, direction, and support to guests accessing City of Vancouver (COV) operated Temporary Shelters, Extreme Weather Response Shelters, as well as Warming Centres which may be operated by non-profit partners. Warming Centre Attendants work overnight with other staff (both City and external) as a team and are responsible for maintaining a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for individuals experiencing homelessness to access shelter and indoor warming spaces. The Warming Centres operate as a life saving measure, for the purpose of providing shelter to marginalized populations who are experiencing homelessness and may also suffer from issues related to substance use, mental health, physical and/or cognitive disabilities, and other issues related to poverty and marginalization.This front-line position carries out a variety of duties in a calm professional manner, supporting guests with basic needs, including shelter and food. Warming Centre Attendants assists guests with referrals to other services when appropriate, monitoring guest behaviour and the overall shelter environment, incident response and crisis management, and responds with de-escalation methods to ensure a safe and secure environment for all guests. The position is responsible for monitoring shelter access, enforcing policies and procedures, performing routine janitorial duties, supporting guests and maintaining records and reports including incident reports and guest attendance reports as required, and engages with guests to provide feedback as requested. This is a seasonal overnight position with no guarantee of hours that is weather dependent.Specific Duties/ResponsibilitiesSet-up and take down of shelter/ warming centre operations and the overall supervision of the shelter/warming centre program during overnight operation. Problem-solving overnight in the absence of a supervisor and liaising with other organizations or stakeholders as needed. Maintains a safe, healthy, and positive environment for staff, volunteers, patrons, and community members, and shelter guests Ability to create a warm and welcoming environment that is sensitive to the needs of the marginalized population served. Works tactfully and compassionately with individuals who may use substances and/or be isolated through poverty, homelessness, mental illness, or other factors of social exclusion. Establishes and maintains positive relationships and appropriate professional boundaries with staff, volunteers, and patrons. Ensures shelter/warming centre policies and procedures are followed and communicates concerns in a calm, clear and compassionate manner. Deals confidently and respectfully with volatile and unpredictable situations including those in which mental health and addiction issues are factors. Monitors access to the shelter/warming centre and regularly monitors the environment and guests and all accessible public spaces in the facility on a regular basis. Maintains paper and electronic records including incident reports, logbook, and shelter atten- LocationVancouver, BC
- Workplace information On site
- Salary$27.04HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Casual employmentPart time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CivicJobs.ca #99433
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