Youth Shelter Safety & Stabilization Relief Worker

YESS International Consultants B.V.; Edmonton; Presencial; CAD 25.000 - 33.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

YESS is seeking a Safety & Stabilization Relief Worker to provide casual frontline support ensuring the safety, stability, and wellbeing of youth accessing shelter services. Relief staff cover scheduled and unscheduled absences and work a variety of shifts.

Working with the frontline team, you’ll build positive relationships with youth, respond to crises, support shelter operations, and help maintain a trauma-informed, welcoming environment at our Edmonton location.

Formación

• Diploma or certificate in Child and Youth Care, Social Work, or a related field is an asset.
• Experience with youth homelessness, trauma, mental health, or addictions is preferred.
• Experience in crisis intervention, de-escalation, or shelter/residential settings is an asset.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed practice is an asset.

Responsabilidades

• Build respectful, professional relationships with youth using a trauma-informed approach.
• Provide supervision, encouragement, and respond to immediate needs.
• Complete youth intakes and maintain accurate documentation (case notes, shift logs, incident reports).
• Monitor shelter safety and respond to emergencies, incidents, and crises.
• Conduct safety rounds and report hazards or concerns.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.
• Assist with basic needs such as meals, clothing, and hygiene supplies.
• Communicate effectively with Team Leads and staff to support continuity of care.
• Follow YESS policies, procedures, and program expectations.

Conocimientos

Integrity and professionalism

Effective communication

Teamwork

Service excellence

Reliability

Adaptability

Educación

Diploma or certificate in Child and Youth Care

Descripción del empleo

YESS is seeking a Safety & Stabilization Relief Worker to provide casual frontline support ensuring the safety, stability, and wellbeing of youth accessing shelter services. Relief staff cover scheduled and unscheduled absences and work a variety of shifts.

Working with the frontline team, you’ll build positive relationships with youth, respond to crises, support shelter operations, and help maintain a trauma-informed, welcoming environment at our Edmonton location.