On-Call Relief Workers

Auberge Shalom pour femmes (ASPF) is a Jewish community-based center
addressing the needs of all women and children whose lives have been affected by
conjugal violence regardless of their backgrounds or religion. We provide a
continuum of professional services in both a shelter setting and in an external
counseling office.

All services are provided in a safe, confidential and supportive environment.
Auberge Shalom is committed to breaking the cycle of violence through education,
prevention and advocacy.

Create lasting change! Join the Auberge Shalom Team!

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• To provide frontline services to shelter clients which include telephone
  intake, telephone support services and referrals and crisis intervention as
  needed
• To ensure the shelter runs smoothly during the shift
• To participate in Full Staff meetings every 10-12 weeks
• To work as part of a diverse team using a trauma-informed approach

QUALIFICATION

• AEC or DEC in social services or bachelor degree in Social Work or related
  area of study
• Bilingual in French and English
• Knowledgeable about conjugal violence and women’s issues
• Experience working with cultural sensitivity
• Flexibility and ability to remain calm and efficient under pressure
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently
• Work experience in related field
• Understanding of the Jewish community and its customs (asset)
• Ability to communicate in a third language (asset)

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Position Type: Occasional
• Start Date: As soon as possible
• Starting Salary: $24.56/ Daytime hours and $19.65 / Night hours
  Emergency back-up (day & overnights & weekends) – flat rate of $20 for
  reserving a specific emergency backup time slot
• Work Schedule: according to the employee’s availability and needs of the
  organization – Auberge Shalom guarantees minimum 1 shift per month

OUR UNIQUE CULTURE
Auberge Shalom is a special, highly inclusive work environment that values the role
each employee plays in supporting our critical mission to break the cycle of conjugal
violence. We provide a supportive and learning-focused environment where we
strive for each employee to reach their full potential.

We recognize the importance of work-life balance, wellness, and a safe, inclusive
and welcoming workplace that values strong work ethics, diversity and respect for
all.

We want you to be part of our team!

TO APPLY
Please send a cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Indicate
“On-Call Relief Workers ” in the subject line. We thank all those who apply but only
short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Auberge Shalom pour femmes is committed to creating a workplace as diverse as the
communities we serve and thus strongly encourages people from our diverse
communities and people who experience marginalization to self-identify in their cover
letter.