Full Time Overnight Worker

TSA The Salvation Army TSA; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

RRSP

Paid vacation and sick time

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Sudbury is seeking a full-time Overnight Worker at Cedar Place to provide a safe, welcoming environment and assist residents through housing supports and community referrals. You’ll help prepare nightly meals, manage stock, and support continuous care for individuals and families experiencing homelessness.

The role requires CPIC with vulnerable sector screening, a Grade XII diploma and a relevant college credential, plus strong English communication and teamwork.

Qualifications

• CPIC background check with vulnerable sector screening required.
• Formal evaluation with supervisor at 3 and 6 months and yearly thereafter.
• Read and follow the Position Description and Operational Manual.

Responsibilities

• Carry out duties with minimal direction during overnight shift.
• Record activities, incidents, and report to on‑duty personnel.
• Conduct nightly rounds and ensure safety of residents and premises.
• Prepare meals and manage inventory and food safety for shelter residents.

Skills

Screening checks

Mission alignment

Computer skills

Verbal & written communication

Bilingual English/French

Education

Grade XII diploma

Community College Diploma in Social Work/Addictions or related field

Job description

Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description

Job Purpose: At Sudbury Cedar Place we care, nurture possibilities, advocate strongly, and offer hope. The full time overnight worker is responsible to provide a safe and welcoming environment. To provide assistance to individuals and families through community referrals and housing supports. To ensure nightly meals are prepared and while giving purposeful support to those in need.

Terms and Conditions

Position Purpose summary: Permanent Full Time Overnight Worker.

Shifts 12:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. 72 hours bi-weekly Week One: Monday to Friday Week Two: Monday to Thursday

Accountabilities:

• Accountability #1 Exercising considerable initiative, carries out the duties of the position, with minimal direction and day-day supervision Record and report activities, behaviors, and any incidents, which may occur during the shift, and/or call on duty personnel as required and outlined in policies. Enter into the internal data base HIFIS and server.
• Accountability #2 Perform any new intake, and input into Homeless Individuals and Family System with proper consent. Prescreen guest and be mindful to a new person accordingly with current policies that adhere to our standards that are consistent with the values and philosophy of The Salvation Army Women and Family Shelter. Track turnaways into the HIFIS system.
• Accountability #3 Conduct nightly rounds in house with duty co-worker randomly throughout the shift. Ensure the facility and resident beds and keep appropriate records in logbook. Ensure all guests and staff secure and safe by checking all windows, doors, and exits during rounds Prepare dinner meal for the following day. Take out food and prepare according to menu. Ensure stock including fruits and daily foods available for breakfast and lunch meals for residents of shelter 4.
• Accountability #4 Keep fridge and freezers organized and provide food inventory to management when necessary. Enter statistics for referrals, turn away, good and services, night checks and check off in log and item list as per current policy and instruction Clean main floor, organize kitchen, sanitize, and remove trash as required. Clean strainer in dishwasher nightly. Sanitize hard surfaces regularly Record refrigeration temperatures and proper food handlers Perform other duties as required.

Critical relationship management: Internal

Report health, safety, food, concerns to incoming Management. Use the internal communications system to effectively communicate. As required and applicable, make suggestions that will improve efficiency, working conditions or procedures to management.

Working Conditions

Be aware of universal precautions. Consistency to guidelines for all occupants in shelter at any given time. Knowledge on OHAS The above responsibilities must be performed in keeping with The Salvation Army’s Mission, Vision and Values, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct.

Education, Qualifications and Certifications

• More than three months but less than one year of prior related experience Minimum Grade XII diploma Community College Diploma in Social Work, Addictions, or related field an asset Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Original copy of Criminal Police Investigation Check (CPIC) with vulnerable sector screening that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required Non-Violent Crisis Intervention First Aid/CPR/and Safe Food Handlers Certification Engage in formal evaluation session with supervisor at 3 month and 6 months, and yearly thereafter Read and follow with the provisions of the Position Description and Operational Manual, which will be provided for the position, as well as the shift responsibilities. Perform other duties position related duties as assigned Note: Not all incumbents perform all the duties described above but perform a similar range of duties.

Experience and Knowledge

Trauma informed approach and best practice Ability to remain objective and approachable

Skills and Capabilities

• Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check with vulnerable sector screening.
• Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.
• Basic Computer and clerical skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Bilingualism considered to be an asset.
• Read and follow the Policy and Procedures Manual and the Employee Handbook. Every Employee must read and sign that they have read a copy and understand that they will be required to adhere too.

Location of work

261 Cedar Street, Sudbury, ON P3B 1M8

Union

USW 2020

Supervisor’s Title

Executive Director/Program Service Manager

Hours

72 hours bi-weekly

Wage

$19.94 +.75 overnight premium 12:30am-8:30am Monday-Friday 12:30am-8:30am Monday-Thurs

Accommodation and Disability Support

The Salvation Army offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation.

Compensation

The target hiring range for this position is $19.94 to $19.94 with a maximum of $19.94. Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role. The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [e-mail] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.

Benefits

Our employees are motivated by the fulfillment and meaning they experience as they serve people in need across Canada and Bermuda. Whether at the front-lines or in a support role, as part of our team you’ll work alongside a diverse and skilled group of purpose-driven professionals, empowered to provide exceptional service. We deeply value the relationships we build in the workplace, as well as the opportunities given to us such as the potential to experience flexibility at work, receive health and dental benefits, paid vacation and sick time, RRSP’s, as well as to expand our skills and advance our careers as together we build a culture of continuous learning and growth.

Why Join Us

If you're looking for a career that allows you to find meaning, make an impact, and one that challenges you to grow and become the best version of yourself, join our dynamic team. There is a place for everyone to belong at The Salvation Army.