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Position: Executive Director
Job Summary: The Executive Director will lead all aspects of Safe Harbour Society, overseeing the effective operation of the medically supported detox, the homeless shelter, Indigenous programming, outreach services, and housing support initiatives. Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director leads an extraordinary group of staff dedicated to making a difference in our community. Guided by Safe Harbour Society’s Guiding Principles, known as the 7-Stars, the Executive Director role requires a visionary leader with a deep commitment to ensuring people with complex needs have access to support. They must possess expertise in strategic
decision-making, strong management skills, and a proven ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders. To ensure Safe Harbour Society maintains their reputation of a well-respected high-impact organization, the Executive Director must embody the organization’s vision and mission, be forward-thinking, enhance team capabilities, and foster a culture of creativity, accountability, and compassion.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Strategic Leadership:
2. Program Management and Development:
3. Community Engagement and Government Relations:
4. Financial Management:
5. Team Leadership:
6. Board Support and Leadership:
Core Competencies:
Qualifications:
How to Apply: If you are a visionary leader and have the heart and compassion necessary to lead the Safe Harbour Society team, a desire to positively impact the daily challenges of those experiencing addiction, mental health, and homelessness, and meet the qualifications outlined above, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience to Board@safeharboursociety.org. Application deadline is May 13, 2024, at 5 p.m. (MST).
Join us in making a difference in our community!
Job Type: Permanent, part-time.
Salary: $23.00 per hour
Schedule: 12 – 16 hours per week. 2 days per week, depending on workload.
Location: 5246 53 Avenue, Red Deer
Key Responsibilities and Functions:
Required Skills and Qualifications:
Only those selected for interviewing will be contacted.
Please apply to: HR@Safeharboursociety.org with a cover letter and resume, or via the online form here.
Job Type: Casual
Salary: $31.00-$33.00 per hour
Schedule: 12 hour shift, Day Shift, Night Shift
Safe Harbour Society is a non-profit organization that strives to meet the needs of persons with addictions and homelessness through our 7 programs.
We are looking for an LPN that believes in the established vision and core values of Safe Harbour and is driven by our mission of providing spaces of welcome and connection.
Qualifications:
The LPN will provide direct nursing care and support in our Shelter program that serves the homeless population within our city. Collaborating with interdisciplinary team members, other health and care professionals such as housing, justice and health, the LPN’s will maintain a safe environment for guests and staff.
The ideal candidate will have a broad knowledge of addiction medication, alcohol, crystal meth, opioids and benzodiazepines. They will project a positive attitude towards substance dependent clients and their rehabilitation and possess a broad knowledge of substance use. As well display broad knowledge of behavior management and an ability to use non-violent crisis intervention strategies in a trauma informed manner.
Abilities will include but are not limited to analytical problem solving skills, case management, teaching/training, clinical support and consultation skills with the ability to communicate effectively both oral and written. LPN’s will work effectively within an interdisciplinary environment with the ability to prioritize, work independently and use a cooperative approach to program delivery.
Benefits:
Please apply to: HR@Safeharboursociety.org with a cover letter and resume, or via the online form here.
Job Type: Casual
Salary: From $22.00 per hour
Schedule: 12 hour shift, 7 – 7, Day Shift and Night Shift
Safe Harbour Society is adding to our Casual team supporting our Homeless Shelter.
This is NOT an entry level position, therefore the ideal candidate requires a minimum a 2 year diploma in Human Services and / or experience working with individuals with complex needs. They will be well organized and have excellent written and verbal communication skills. They will possess the ability to build rapport with both guests and co-workers. The ability to work well within a team is paramount. Candidates also require the skills necessary to analyze situations quickly and apply sound judgement.
Our organization operates 24/7, 365 days per year. We are primarily seeking availability on a consistent basis. Candidates with weekly availability will be considered first. We treat all our guests with dignity and respect, it is imperative our team members have empathy and are able to connect building relationships. An awareness of other community programs available for our clientele is an asset.
We offer competitive compensation, a dynamic leadership team, industry training, and a chance to be a part of an amazing team!
Qualifications/Experience:
Recent related experience in the area of substance abuse and mental health. A combination of education and experience may be considered. Successful candidates will be required to provide a current Criminal Vulnerable Sector Police check.
Please apply to: HR@Safeharboursociety.org with a cover letter and resume, or via the online form here.
The people who join our team have anchored into the Harbour because they want to make a difference in their community. They want to help, to be a part of a solution, to shine their own unique light into this Safe Harbour and keep them shining on people as they navigate through systems and broader resources.
That sounds really good and lovely but it’s not an easy gig. It challenges every one of them at some point. It introduces them into a different world, with different rules and different priorities. It makes them think outside the box for realistic and safe solutions to problems outside the social norm. It demands a thick skin, the ability to not take things personally and a tremendous amount of understanding and patience.
They continue to stand tall and stay true to our mission statement of providing welcome and connection. They welcome back those that yelled at them the night before, those that just finished treatment and are using again, those that are dying from an overdose, those mentally ill people who have no other place to be, and seniors who are addicted and have worn out their welcome everywhere else.
The list goes on and on and with it our team consistently does the best they can with what we have. The front line crew has a fantastic Leadership team supporting them, providing oversight and experience, appropriate training and opportunities to debrief.
Three cheers for the past and present crew who have anchored into the Harbour!
