Temporary, Full-Time Shelter Attendant (Summer Student Position) – Red Lake

Northwest Employment Works; Red Lake; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Ontario is seeking a temporary, full-time Shelter Attendant for the summer in Red Lake. The role involves providing support to shelter operations, assisting with meal preparation, and ensuring effective communication with clients and staff. Ideal candidates will have a secondary school diploma and be enrolled in post-secondary studies, preferably in Social Services. This position offers a chance to make a positive impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Must be between 18 and 30 years of age.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check required.

Responsibilities

• Provide programming assistance and clerical support.
• Assist with meal preparation for shelter patrons.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Education

Ontario Secondary School Diploma

Post-secondary studies in Social Services

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Competition #SUM 25-27

Join Our Team – Temporary, Full-Time Shelter Attendant (Summer Student Position) – Red Lake – Kenora District Services Board (kdsb.on.ca)

Dedicated to improving lives, the Kenora District Services Board (KDSB) is the integrated service delivery agency providing help and support when you need it. With forward-thinking and engaged employees, we deliver Ontario Works, Social Housing, Early Learning and Child Care, and Land Ambulance to current and future clients.

We are currently seeking to hire a temporary, full-time Shelter Attendant for the summer in our Red Lake, Ontario Shelter. Our employees enjoy a healthy work environment, development opportunities, and an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others.

Reporting to the Shelter Attendant In-Charge, the Shelter Attendant provides programming assistance and clerical support with the daily operations of the KDSB’s Red Lake Area Emergency Shelter (RLAES). This includes assisting with meal preparation to support shelter patrons and community members with food insecurity.

Successful applicants will be able to:

• Communicate effectively with staff, clients, and the general public.
• Work independently and as part of a team to complete assigned tasks.
• Assist with the implementation of daily client programming.
• Use computers and various software, specifically Microsoft Office Suite.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Qualifications will include:

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.
• Enrolment in post-secondary studies, preferably in a related field such as Social Services.
• A satisfactory Criminal Record Check.
• Experience and/or familiarity with completing the above tasks is beneficial.

To be considered for this position, you must be between 18 and 30 years of age at the start of employment and be a Canadian Citizen, a permanent resident or a person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act [S.C. 2001, c. 27] *.

The hourly wage range for this position is $19.84 – $21.05 (wage subject to funding availability and whether the successful candidates are returning students).

Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume by email, referencing the competition number in the subject line, on or before May 29, 2025, at 4:00 pm local time to:

Human Resources Department
Kenora District Services Board
Email: [e-mail]

While all responses are appreciated, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Confidential information provided by applicants will be used for the purpose of this competition only and will be protected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

The KDSB will make accommodations available wherever possible to applicants with disabilities upon request during the recruitment process. The KDSB is an equal opportunity employer.