Facilities Support

Who We Are

Founded in 1889, YWCA Hamilton is known as one of Hamilton’s original social innovators and works from a feminist, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive framework. We are dedicated to strengthening women’s and girl’s voices, broadening their choices, building dynamic leadership and providing essential services that promote safe, inclusive and equitable communities.

YWork for us?

At YWCA Hamilton, we are intentional about fostering a workplace culture that values positive physical and emotional well-being through our values of Intersectional Feminism, People Centred, Belonging, Responsibility, and Partnerships. We invest in our employees so that we can bring our values into the communities in which we live. We offer our employees:

On-the-job training and professional development opportunities

Childcare discounts

Opportunities to get involved in our community

A competitive total rewards package

If you’re passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of women, children, and families every day, we would love for you to join our team!

Position Description

Job Code: 3-MAD-2024

Department: Facilities

Reports to: Manager, Facilities

Location: Hamilton, ON Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week

Start Date: TBD

Contract Length: 6 Months

Posting Date: August 27 2024

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Supports Outreach Program by performing all routine, preventive and emergency cleaning outside of YWCA Hamilton’s MacNab location.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain clean and clear outdoors space on YWCA Hamilton property through removal of litter and abandoned belongings of individuals who are encamped and/or lingering outside YWCA Hamilton;
  
• Work closely with YWCA Hamilton Outreach Workers to support efforts to remove abandoned belongings;
• Ensure sharps/needles are removed in appropriate receptacles;
• Documents and reports any and all facility or supply issues to the Manager of Facilities;
• Works safely, reports all workplace hazards and follows all YWCA Hamilton Health and Safety policies and procedures;
• Familiar with, and adheres to the Occupational Health & Safety Act, (OHSA) Workplace Safety Insurance Board Act (WSIB), Human Rights and Employment Standards Act (ESA);
• Participates in annual Health & Safety training provided by the YWCA;
• Follows the Sharps Safety and Reporting Guidelines to minimize risk to self and others while exposed to sharps.
• Ensures compliance with YWCA Hamilton policies and procedures;
• Works safely, reports all workplace hazards and follows all YWCA Hamilton Health and Safety policies and procedures;
• Participates in mandatory organizational and departmental training and meetings;
• Understands emerging trends, leading practices, industry professional standards;
• Supports YWCA’s mission, vision and values;
• Performs other duties as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Works 37.5 hours work week;

Occasional evenings and weekends may be required;

May require some lifting or pulling of heavy objects; must be able to lift up to 40lbs;

Must be able to work outdoors for long periods of time; may be exposed to heat, humidity or cold;

Regularly works in emotional charged situations requiring resolution, which can be hostile or violent at times.

Qualifications

Completion of high school or equivalent;

Minimum of 1-3 years of previous custodian experience;

Experience working in non-for profit or social services environment an asset;

Ability to work compassionately with individuals experiencing homelessness and / or mental health concerns;

Ability to maintain a positive and professional approach at all times;

Must provide a current Criminal Records and Judicial Matters Police Check or willing to obtain at own cost;

Must have current Standard First Aid and CPR certificate or willing to obtain at own cost;

Must be able to work from a feminist, anti-racist/ anti-oppressive perspective and harm reduction framework;

Bilingual English/French or other languages an asset.

Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process. Please inform us of any accommodation requests.

Please Note: Personal information collected during the recruitment process will only be used for employment opportunities only in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act. Only applications from individuals eligible to work in Canada will be considered.

Thank you for your interest in YWCA Hamilton. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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