Lighthouse Lodge Support Staff

Lighthouse Lodge Support Worker - Casual Part-time

The Lighthouse is seeking community-minded individuals to join us in offering their expertise in supporting the operation of the homeless shelter in St. Stephen. Building a professional, positive rapport with guests and community partners through empathy will be an essential part of this role.

This is a shift-work position. Applicants must be available to work rotating shifts including days, evenings, overnights, and weekends. Scheduled shifts are 7:00am–3:00pm, 3:00pm–11:00pm, and 11:00pm–7:00am. Availability for all shifts is required.

Main Functions:
Staff will welcome guests, maintain a clean and safe environment, support connections to other community resources while maintaining confidentiality in all aspects of operations.

Duties:
● Follow Policies & Procedures as outlined.
● Monitor all spaces inside/outside of the Warming Centre and all security cameras.
● Administrative and Cleaning duties as required.
● Ensure residents follow all rules and enforce when needed.
● Complete all documents as required and enter data into HIFIS.
● All other tasks assigned as per Management, and Operations Committee.

Working Conditions:
● This position operates on a rotating shift schedule. Staff must be available to work days, evenings, overnights, and weekends.
● Shifts are 7:00am–3:00pm, 3:00pm–11:00pm, and 11:00pm–7:00am.
● Flexibility regarding shift schedule and work hours is required. Breaks must be taken on location unless staff coverage is available and/or shelter is closed.
● High risk situations with clients may arise.

Employment Requirements:
● Post-secondary education in a related field and/or experience in a related field.
● Up to date First Aid & CPR Certificate.
● Proficient in English, both written and oral.
● Computer skills and knowledge of relevant software.
● Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
● Ability and willingness to work rotating shifts including overnights and weekends.

Pay: $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Vision care

Application question(s):

• Are you available to work rotating shifts including days, evenings, overnights, and weekends?
• What is your level of proficiency to communicate effectively in English both written and verbal forms?

Work Location: In person