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Job Title


shelter worker


Company : Muskoka Women's Shelters and Services


Location : Bracebridge,


Created : 2026-01-30


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Dure de l''emploi: Occasionnel Langue de travail: Anglais Heures de travail: 1 to 40 hours bi-weekly Education: Exprience: Education College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years or equivalent experience Work site environment Child welfare Personal and social adjustment and health (substance abuse, gambling, behaviour disorders) Socio-economic needs or conditions (housing, nutrition, unemployment, financial assistance) Services for the homeless Work setting Group home Community agency Various locations Women''s shelter Social service or charity agency Tasks Perform administrative tasks Assess client''s relevant skill strengths and development needs Conduct follow-up assessments Housekeeping activities Provide suicide and crisis intervention Resolve conflict situations Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses Conduct individual and group counselling sessions Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients Supervision 11-15 people Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses First Aid Certificate CPR Certificate Target audience Adolescents Children Females Computer and technology knowledge MS Office Area of work experience Community service organization Security and safety Criminal record check Transportation/travel information Own transportation Valid driver''s licence Work conditions and physical capabilities Ability to work independently Work under pressure Attention to detail Weight handling Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs) Personal suitability Excellent oral communication Values and ethics Client focus Excellent written communication Flexibility Initiative Team player Screening questions Are you authorized to work in Canada? Are you available for shift or on-call work? Do you live near the job location? Experience 1 to less than 7 months Employment terms options Early morning Evening Flexible hours Morning Night Day Weekend Financial benefits As per collective agreement