Cariboo Friendship Society – Shelter Intake Worker

Job Description

General:          Under the supervision of the Social Programs Supervisor of the Cariboo Friendship Society the Shelter Intake Worker will be responsible for admissions and referrals, administrative tasks, household management and generally be involved with the Society’s various activities

Duties:

Administrative Tasks:

• Be responsible for admissions, discharges and current resident lists
• Maintain daily record and statistical forms
• Make appropriate referrals to other agencies
• Ensure rules of in-house residents are followed
• Report to supervisor when problems with clients arise
• Report to staff meetings as requested by supervisor
• Accompany clients to appointments
• Assist in the training of volunteers and new staff
• Respond to crisis situations by referring to appropriate agencies
• Provide information and support
• Keep all staff informed of client issues/concerns related to the shelter
• Client file management

Household Management:

• Make beds and do laundry daily
• General household cleaning in shelter
• Repair and maintenance when necessary
• Be responsible for having all supplies needed on hand
• Provide meal tickets to clients
• Bring meal carts up from the kitchen at meal times, scrape and clean dishes, empty garbage on cart after meals

Public Relations:

• Maintain public relations with other community agencies and organizations
• Keeping abreast of program developments with the various agencies

Society Activities:

• Cooperate with the Board of Directors, administrators and co-workers
• Follow the policies of the Cariboo Friendship Society
• Attend Workshops and training as requested by supervisor
• Be available to volunteer from time to time when requested by supervisor

Qualification:

• Grade 12 minimum with job experience in related community work
• Knowledge of crisis intervention
• Knowledge of community agencies
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Must have the ability to communicate clearly in English, both orally and in writing
• Must have knowledge and understanding of the local First Nations cultures
• A valid driver’s license and a vehicle is required
• Must maintain professional conduct and abide by the Cariboo Friendship Society’s Code of Ethics
• Must submit to a criminal record check

Please note:  Pursuant to section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference will be given to applicants of Aboriginal ancestry.

Submit your resume with three work related references to:

Cariboo Friendship Society,

99 South Third Avenue, Williams Lake, BC

250-398-6115 (Fax) email:  admin@cfswl.ca

Closing Date: February 8, 2019

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Human Resources Specialist provides administrative support, focusing on the development and delivery of HR programs, employee support and satisfaction, and contributing to the achievement of NSTQ goals and objectives.

The Human Resources Specialist is able to communicate clearly, provide support across the organization by providing excellent customer service and answering a variety of employee inquiries related to Human Resources.

The Human Resources Specialist carries out responsibilities in some or all of the functional areas:  recruitment and retention, orientation, training and development, performance management, succession management, employee relations, employee communication, and compensation.

Experience:

2 to 5 years of human resources work experience with proven generalist proficiency in Human Resources experience undertaking employee relations activities

Education:

• Degree in Human Resources Management or related field
• CPHR or working toward CHRP an asset

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to work independently and build effective interpersonal relationships
• Strong Team orientation, maturity, professionalism and customer service attitude.
• Strong communications skills
• Ability to use resources, be innovative and use initiative to solve problems, to plan and develop training programs and personal development plans and ability to share knowledge with others

For a complete job description, please visit the Employment section of the Northern Shuswap Tribal Council website at:  www.northernshuswaptribalcouncil.com

Please forward your resume and cover letter along with 3 work related references attention to:

Christy Smith, Executive Director

To the care of:

Bonnie Slack

Northern Shuswap Tribal Council Society

17 South 1st Ave, Williams Lake, BC   V2G 1H4

Or by email:  administration@nstq.org

Application Deadline:  Thursday, January 31, 2019 @ 4:00 pm

The NSTQ Stewardship Advisory Committee is seeking a Stewardship Manager to guide and further develop the NStQ Communities collaborative natural resource stewardship initiatives. If you have a proven history of project management, a solid understanding of First Nations governance and relationship-building and excel at incorporating diverse perspectives into operational practices, we look forward to your application.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in managing multiple projects with varying timelines.
• Ability to work independently and to be self-directing self-empowered and self-motivated.
• Ability to build effective interpersonal relationships from the community level to senior government levels.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the treaty teams, community governing bodies, service providers and government agencies to achieve goals.
• Ability to think strategically.
• Proficiency in the use of computer programs for word processing, databases, spreadsheets, presentations, email and the internet, to the intermediate level (capable of using a large number of functions and feel confident using the programs).
• Ability to manage conflict and manage change.
• Ability to meet deadlines, have attention to detail.
• Understanding of First Nations values, culture, history, communities, and traditional territories.
• Strong knowledge of governance.
• Excellent research, communication and writing skills. Quality interactions with internal and external contacts to achieve defined goals.
• Ability to motivate and manage staff and develop strong relationships with all levels of staff, service providers and government agencies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A Bachelor’s Degree in a field related to First Nations natural resource governance (i.e. First Nations studies, public policy, land use planning, environmental studies, geography, public administration, law, political science) and a minimum of 3 years’ experience.
OR a Master’s Degree in a related field and 1 year of related experience.
OR an equivalent combination of education, training from a recognized institution and at least 5-6 years related experience may be considered (resource management or program management experience and demonstrated experience participating on project teams to develop and foster respectful and productive First Nations governance structures).

How to Apply:

For a complete job description: www.northernshuswaptribalcouncil.com

email Bonnie @ administration@nstq.org : or call the office at:  250-392-7361

Deadline for application is Thursday, February 7, 2019 by 4:00 pm.

Submit your cover letter & resume with 3 references to:

Stewardship Advisory Committee

c/o Northern Shuswap Tribal Council

17 South 1st Avenue, Williams Lake, BC  V2G 1H4

Email:  administration@nstq.org    Phone: 250-392-7361    Fax: 250-392-6158