Hours:32 hours per week
Rate of Pay: $22.82/hour - $26.43/hour (Starting salary will be determined by factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, internal equity, and market conditions)
Reason For Posting: The posting is for an existing position
Who We Are
At Good Shepherd, we are committed to providing hope and enhancing dignity and self-determination for individuals and families. To learn more about Good Shepherd, visit our website at www.goodshepherdcentres.ca
This opportunity is with our Good Shepherd – NOTRE DAME HOUSE
How You Will Make an Impact
Youth Services provides support to 15 co-ed homeless youth ages 16-21 as well as a 21-bed youth shelter, including youth who have ongoing contact or involvement with CAS/CCAS/Probation/Youth Justice System/ AY/ADGS and other family counseling agencies. Staff members support clients to reach personal goals and to have a satisfying and meaningful life in the community.
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Demonstrate a commitment to the mission values rooted through Hospitality of availability, responsibility, adaptability, quality and dignity
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Be aware of and sensitive to the issues related to poverty, homelessness, mental illness, addictions and developmental disabilities
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Enhance the dignity and quality of life of our clients through the assumed responsibility for cleaning services
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Clean facilities for our Youth facilities
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Maintaining adequate supplies related to cleaning
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Observe all health and safety rules and work in compliance with the provisions of the occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations
What You'll Bring to Our Team
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One year cleaning experience in a residential facility (preferred)
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Excellent written and oral communication skills are a necessity
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Experience working with the homeless would be an asset
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Certification in CPR or a willingness to be certified is also required
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Committed to anti-racist/anti-oppressive practice and to the mission and values of Good Shepherd
- Fluency in a language in addition to English is an asset
What We Offer
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Be a part of a caring TEAM THAT SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY
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Support for continuing EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
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Staff recognition programs along with access to self-care supports and EMPLOYEE /
- FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
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POSITIVE and ENCOURAGING atmosphere
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Make a difference and provide HOPE
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Extended Health Benefits
Join our team and be part of a group that values hard work, dedication, and the importance of maintaining a positive environment for everyone.
Good Shepherd, a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, is an equal opportunity employer operating within an anti-racist and anti-oppression framework. We strive to establish workplaces that reflect and are enhanced by the rich diversity of the community we serve.
Good Shepherd welcomes and encourages applications from all people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you need accommodations, please contact Human Resources at 905-528-5877.
