Afternoon Emergency Shelter Advocate

Calgary-Drop-in-&-Rehab-Society-Centr; Calgary; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Calgary Drop-In & Rehab Society Centre is seeking an Emergency Shelter Worker for afternoons in Calgary. This part-time role supports adults experiencing homelessness, providing compassionate, trauma-informed assistance and connection to housing resources.

You will engage clients and stakeholders, promote DI guidelines, and assist with health needs and medication distribution as part of a dynamic shelter team. Training in safety and first aid is required.

Qualifications

• Must have knowledge of community resources for homelessness, health, mental health and substance use.
• Understanding of needs of marginalized adults and homelessness issues.
• Must be acceptable of industry risks, including contact with bodily fluids.
• Basic First Aid and CPR/AED Level C (or A) certification.
• Ability to provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector clearance check.
• Genuine commitment to mission, values and work of the agency.

Responsibilities

• Create meaningful connections with clients and stakeholders using trauma-informed, client-centered support.
• Serve as a visible ambassador for the DI and reinforce Centre guidelines respectfully.
• Promote housing stability by connecting clients with housing resources and supports.
• Perform physical tasks and adapting to fast-paced environment, including lifting up to 50 lbs and moving quickly when needed.
• Support program operations with facility upkeep, wellness checks, and routine duties per procedures.
• Collaborate with medical team to communicate client health needs and assist with medication distribution.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Customer service orientation

Knowledge of homelessness resources

Education

College/university program in human services-related field

Job description

Calgary Drop-In & Rehab Society Centre is seeking an Emergency Shelter Worker for afternoons in Calgary. This part-time role supports adults experiencing homelessness, providing compassionate, trauma-informed assistance and connection to housing resources.

You will engage clients and stakeholders, promote DI guidelines, and assist with health needs and medication distribution as part of a dynamic shelter team. Training in safety and first aid is required.