Homelessness Drop-In Centre - Program Worker

Company: Hamilton Regional Indian Centre

The Hamilton Regional Indian Centre is currently accepting applications for a full time vacancy for the HRIC Homelessness Drop-in Centre Program Worker.

The Hamilton Regional Indian Centre (HRIC) is a large Indigenous not for profit organization. We are culturally based and community focused and committed to driving positive change for the community. As a staff member of HRIC you will have opportunity for professional growth, access to Elders and Traditional Knowledge Keepers, and a generous benefit package. We strive to uphold pre-colonial management and policy structure, while being supportive and maintaining a positive work atmosphere.

The Program Worker, under the direction of the Executive Director or Designate, is responsible to work collaboratively with the Program Coordinator and other staff to create a culturally safe and appropriate space that is welcoming to our most vulnerable Indigenous brothers and sisters. The Program Worker will act as a first point of contact for those accessing the Drop-in and facilitate effective delivery of meals and programming as required.

Qualifications:
• 2-year post-secondary education in Indigenous Studies, Social Service work or a combination of equivalent and relevant education;
• 2-years of demonstrated and related work experience within an Indigenous organization or community, homelessness and/or social service setting, or a combination of equivalent experience as deemed relevant by the Executive Director;
• Strong knowledge and awareness of Indigenous culture and history, with particular emphasis on the impacts of trauma, family violence, and community outreach;
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain lasting working relationships;
• Ability to prepare and distribute food, drinks, and supplies to community members;
• Training and/or experience in crisis intervention, de escalation and conflict resolution;
• High flexibility with strong interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse environment;
• Advanced skills in the use of Microsoft Office 365 applications;
• First Aid or CPR certification;
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention certification; and,
• Satisfactory Criminal Record check (CPIC) or Vulnerable Sector Search (if applicable).

Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday 8am to 7pm (8-hour shifts within these hours of 
operation), occasional evenings/weekends

SALARY: $50,930.00-$57,050.00 per annum