Shelter Supervisor- Outreach Services

Position Summary:

Wasauksing First Nation is accepting applications for a Full-time Shelter Supervisor- Outreach Services. The position works 4 days a week.Reporting to the Shelter Manager the Shelter Supervisor ensures the safe welcoming and sustainable operations of the 24/7 intimate partner violence emergency shelter home for women children men and 2SLGBTQQIA individuals who are victims of

domestic violence and intimate partner violence. Working under direct supervision of the Shelter Manager the Supervisor is responsible for supervising and supporting Outreach programs of all Shelter/Transitional Home services. The Shelter/Transitional Housing Supervisor will be responsible for assisting in the development of programming and support services for shelter guests utilizing trauma-informed cultural practices with client programs that are grounded in traditional Indigenous beliefs values and practices.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Supervises a 16 week health promotion program in community in domestic violence healthy relationships and healing.
• Supports staff delivering outreach activities for residential and non-residential clients which included follow up support in community.
• Ensure the safe and sustainable operations and functions of the Shelter while maintaining and upholding a guest-centered approach.
• Assist the Manager with recruitment orientation training retention evaluations and performance management of the Shelter Staff.
• Assist the Manager with daily operations and schedule of the Shelter program directly supervising Shelter staff and volunteers.
• Maintains quality standards/controls of all Shelter/TH programming & services.
• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by Wasauksing First Nation Health and safety policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated leadership skills budget and program management abilities.
  
• Maintain a strong understanding of all shelter policies and procedures and how it functions for the Shelter staff.
• Knowledge of surrounding community supports and services.

• May occasionally be required to participate in incident investigation including providing written statements or other documentation as necessary.
• Operates in accordance with all Wasauksing First Nations Human Resources and Financial policies and procedures including Financial Administrative Law as they may be updated and amended from time to time.
• Other relevant duties as assigned.

Education & Experience:

• A degree in social work/counselling psychology social service work diploma an asset or an equivalent combination of education training and experience.
• Minimum 2-3 years experience working in front line in social service delivery is required.
• Current full registration withthe Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers an asset.
  
• Knowledge of relevant and current legislation.
• Effective communication skills both verbal and written.
• Aiding in the development and monitoring of training/wellness plans for staff.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Indigenous worldviews and perspectives of health wellness and traditions of caring.
• Excellent interpersonal skills is essential.
• Training may be provided to the successful candidate.

Other Requirements:

• Valid Drivers License and reliable personal vehicle.
  
• Flexibility required for schedule and hours must be flexible in responding to emergencies including after hours via phone or in person.
• Valid First Aid & CPR Certified Drug and Alcohol Clinical Supervisor is an asset.
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Suicide Prevention and Intervention and Trauma Informed Care training are assets.
  
• This position requires the individual to work with various families youth and children. To protect children youth and vulnerable persons Wasauksing First Nation requires the individual to provide a vulnerable sector. Or criminal record check.

Applications must be received no later than July 16 2025 @ 4:00 pm

Please send your resume with a cover letter contact information and two recent employment references to:

Email:

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We wish to thank everyone for their application.

Required Experience:

Manager