Overnight Shelter Supervisor - Ah40804

Overnight Shelter SupervisorWorking with our client, a long-time entity in the housing market in the downtown Toronto area, we are hiring looking an Overnight Shelter Supervisor for a one-year contract, to provide technological support to all housing locations within the organization and adhere to the mission statement and policies and procedures of their organization. Benefits of the role:
$70,100 per year Comprehensive Health and Dental Benefits PackagePositive working environment, with management who care about living in harmony and making a positive difference to the environment and communities in which we live and workWorking in a role that is critical to the well-functioning, efficiency of the companyResponsibilities:
Supervise a unionized workforce within the context of the Collective Agreement.Provide case management expertise and support to Shelter Staff Provide brief crisis counseling, information and referrals for applicants who cannot be placed immediatelyDevelop and implement programs focused on the optimization and continuous improvement of the performances and practicesManage employee performance and perform necessary administrative duties such as vacation planning, timekeeping, performance reviews, etc.Implement and maintain a system for collecting relevant statistics needed for evaluations report and funding proposals Manage city operated database, case management system and billing systemEnsure effective communications with other departments within Homes First Society as well as with external agencies Prioritize and assign shift responsibilities and duties to team membersDevelop individualized case plans with designated participants and help participants achieve their goals Ensure that all documentation is completed to agency standardsBe able to work occasional weekends and/or evenings, when requiredBe able to fulfill any element of Shelter Staff job description on an as needed basisBe willing and able to carry 24 hour emergency pager on rotationWorking in an environment where there may be smoke is required.Other responsibilities, as required.Qualifications:
Post-secondary education in related field or equivalent in education and experienceAt least 5 years’ experience working with people who are homeless, under-housed and dealing with addictions and mental illnessDemonstrated experience performing assessment, advocacy, referral and case management functions and ability to effectively prioritize work in a fast paced environment Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environmentExcellent communication, organization and time management skillsSupervisory experience in a unionized setting an assetKnowledge of relevant laws, standards and guidelines;
including the Ontario Landlord and Tenant Act and Residential Tenancies ActKnowledge of resources and services available in the communityExcellent interpersonal, conflict resolution and organization skillsCertificates in First Aid, CPR, Crisis Prevention and Intervention an assetThe successful candidate will be required to work where smoking is present.