Dawson Women's Shelter is hiring!

 

The Dawson Women’s Shelter (DWS) is currently hiring for 2 Part-Time Shelter Attendants

 

Position: Shelter Attendant, Permanent Part-Time

Start date: November 1, 2026, or earlier

Wage: $31-33 per hour; overnight shifts (sleep shift from 10pm-9am) are paid a rate of $231.38 with additional pay provided when urgent work is performed during the shift

Benefits: This position is eligible to join the Dawson Shelter Society’s Benefits Plan after 6 months

Availability: Weekends; weekdays, evening or overnight shifts as scheduled

 

Under the direction of the Executive Director and Program Managers, and in a manner that is consistent with the objectives of the Dawson Shelter Society, a DWS Shelter Attendant carries out day-to-day front line support work and case management, answers calls on the 24-hour support line, responds to resident and service user needs, supports with programming, provides referrals, and maintains cleanliness and safety within the shelter.

 

Qualifications:

  • Keen interest to work with and support women, other marginalized genders, and children in crisis

  • Strong understanding of the dynamics of gendered violence and abuse as well as structural and systemic violence

  • Ability to listen non-judgmentally and to show empathy

  • Self-motivated; ability to work independently and as part of our team

  • Ability to problem solve, engage in crisis intervention, and resolve conflict appropriately

  • Understanding of the impacts of ongoing colonization on Indigenous Peoples, the history of residential schools in Canada, and intergenerational trauma

  • Intersectional feminist analysis and ability to work from within an antiracism/anti-oppression framework, knowledge of a harm reduction approach and practices

  • Front line support work or volunteer experience in the human services field is required

  • Diploma/degree in Women and Gender Studies (or equivalent volunteering or study) or related field an asset but not required

  • Required: clear RCMP vulnerable persons sector check, First Aid/CPR certification within 3 months of hire

Duties:

  • Work with women, other marginalized genders, and children who have experienced violence and homelessness; provide support in DWS’ residential and drop-in programs as well as on our 24-hour support line

  • Follow policies, protocols and procedures – including health & safety related; adhere to strict confidentiality policy

  • Accurate record keeping and documentation according to guidelines

  • Household chores and cleaning, general office work as assigned

  • Helping with programming and workshops as needed

  • Attending staff training and monthly team meetings

  • Be available to work daytime, evening, weekend, and overnight shifts as part of shelter attendant role

  • Other duties as assigned

 

 

If you are interested in this position, please email your resume and cover letter to Jen Gibbs, Executive Director, Dawson Shelter Society by Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 4pm. If you have any questions about the position or would like a copy of the full job description, please email shelterdirector@northwestel.net or call 993-5086 and ask to speak with a DWS Manager. We thank all applicants in advance. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

 
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