Thunder Bay On Shelter worker Jobs – 9 Openings This Week

Support Worker
Grace Place —Thunder Bay, ON
- $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Caregiving
- First Aid Certification
- Social Work
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Transitional Housing Support worker
Thunder Bay Emergency Shelter Inc. —Thunder Bay, ON
- From $19.82 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Caregiving
- First Aid Certification
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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Supervisor
Grace Place —Thunder Bay, ON
- $26 an hour
- Full-time
- Bachelor's
- First Aid Certification
- Social Work
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Harm Reduction Support Worker
Elevate NWO —Thunder Bay, ON
- $27.04–$31.05 an hour
- Full-time
- Organizational skills
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Paid time off
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Transitional Housing Outreach Worker
Thunder Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre —Thunder Bay, ON
- $60,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Office
- Databases
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Transitional Housing Support Worker
Thunder Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre —Thunder Bay, ON
- $60,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Office
- Databases
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Social Worker - Part-time 0.5
VON Canada (Ontario) —Thunder Bay, ON
- $34.49–$37.40 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Travel
- Organizational skills
Operations Supervisor
Thunder Bay Emergency Shelter Inc. —Thunder Bay, ON
- From $26.42 an hour
- Part-time
- Management
- Supervising experience
- First Aid Certification
- Flexible schedule
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Social Worker - Full-time
VON Canada (Ontario) —Thunder Bay, ON
- $34.49–$37.40 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Travel
- Organizational skills

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Support Worker

Grace Place
Thunder Bay, ON

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Full-time | Casual
$25 an hour
8 days ago

Qualifications

Dementia care
Caregiving
Senior care
First Aid Certification
Social Work
Communication skills

Full job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Grace Place Out of the Cold program.

October 1st 2026 - April 30th 2027 Night Shift 8:30pm - 8:30am.

Under the direction of the Out of the Cold Shelter Manager and the on-duty Shift Supervisor; Support Worker will provide assistance and support to those experiencing homelessness while using a harm reduction approach in building and maintaining relationships. Provide a safe environment and a warm place to sleep; meal prep and light snacks; and in conjunction with the program navigators assist clients in connecting to community support services for housing, mental health and addiction services.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Using a trauma-based approach, ensure safety of all staff and individuals accessing the Out of the Cold program as per Policies and Procedures.

2. Ability to work as a team.

3. Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of local community support agencies, government departments, institutions/organizations and other groups relevant to the client in order to suit their needs.

4. Prepare and provide hot meals and snacks, and perform general maintenance duties such as cleaning and laundry.

5. Communicate effectively between all staff and clients.

6. Ability to deescalate, potentially escalating situations.

7. Provide personal care to clients as needed.

8. Take part in professional development.

9. Ability to follow Infection Prevention and Control measures. (IPAC)

10. In absence of Supervisor, perform intake of clients to the Out of the Cold Shelter.

11. Candidate must be able to meet specific physical demands in order to fulfill Support Worker duties.

12. Ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Completion of a degree, diploma, or certificate in Social Work, Addictions Counseling, Personal Support Worker, Aboriginal Canadian Relations, Aboriginal Community Advocacy, and Public Health or an equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred. Life experience also an asset.

Prefer candidates with experience working with individuals currently, or formerly, experiencing homelessness, mental health and substance abuse issues.

Strong communication skills specifically in conflict resolution or non-violent crisis intervention.
Experience of harm reduction, community service agencies, and the homeless population are assets.
Ability to use sound judgement, perform job duties with minimal supervision and problem solve.
Must possess a strong work ethic and the ability to work within a fast-paced environment.
Must be able to multi-task.
First Aid is an asset

Thank you to all who apply, only those considered for an interview will be notified.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Job Types: Full-time, Casual

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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