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Limited Competition

This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometres of Inuvik, NT.

Department Information

Housing NWT provides access to adequate, suitable and affordable housing through the provision of housing programs and services based on need.

Job Information

Located in Inuvik, the Shelter Services Worker reports to the Supervisor, Shelter Operations, as is an integral member of the day-to-day operationalization of the Inuvik Homeless Shelter and Inuvik Emergency Warming Centre programs by assisting with program delivery and providing direct support to Shelter Users.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge of and/or the ability to acquire and apply knowledge of policies, procedures and protocols related to the infection and prevention of transmission.
  • Knowledge of recovery model and trauma informed practices.
  • Knowledge of and/or the ability to acquire knowledge of harm reduction philosophy.
  • Ability to acquire and apply knowledge of case management for Shelter Users.
  • Interpersonal skills as well as verbal and listening communication skills.
  • Customer service and conflict resolution skills, and the ability to listen and respond positively in all Shelter User situations.
  • Ability to maintain calm, exhibiting controlled and professional behaviour.
  • Ability to make rational decisions where management advice is not immediately available.

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

The completion of Grade 10 and six (6) years of relevant lived experience in the NWT providing support in community, shelter, wellness, and correctional or mental health settings.

Equivalencies

  • Working with Elders/vulnerable sector in other jobs
  • Ability to cook, clean and organize
  • Customer Service

Equivalent education and experience will be considered.

Additional Requirements

Proof of immunization in keeping with current public health practices is required.

Position requires the incumbent to be trained or willing to be trained in Cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR), Non-violent Intervention (NVI) and First Aid-Administering Naloxone.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Inuvik HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
1st FLOOR ALEX MOSES GREENLAND BUILDING
BOX 1869
INUVIK, NT X0E 0T0
Tel (867) 678-8071 Ext 15644
Fax (867) 678-6620
jobsinuvik@gov.nt.ca

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

About Government of the Northwest Territories

Government Administration
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About the GNWT

The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.