INTERNAL ONLY Guest Support Worker, Reception (2026GMR002)
Job Title: INTERNAL - Guest Support Worker, Reception
Reports to: Supervisor of Guest Services
Location: Reception, TGP Main Building
Employment Type: Temporary, Full-Time
Rate of Pay: $25.25 per hour
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8-hour shifts
The Guest Support Worker plays a frontline role in providing compassionate, trauma-informed care to individuals experiencing homelessness, mental health challenges, or substance use. As part of an interdisciplinary team, this position helps create a safe, respectful, and welcoming space for all Guests.
What You’ll Do
- Support Guests by addressing basic needs (food, hygiene, shelter) while maintaining professional boundaries
- Greet both Guests and visitors to The Gathering Place
- Build rapport using harm-reduction, trauma-informed, and person-centered approaches
- De-escalate crises and maintain a safe environment for Guests, staff, and Volunteers
- Provide emergency supplies to Guests, coordinate laundry services, and track abandoned Guest bags
- Answer telephone calls and check messages, as well as accept donations and deliveries
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure continuity of care
- Follow policies and safety protocols aligned with trauma-informed, culturally responsive practices
- Maintain accurate notes and contribute to communication and documentation
- Participate in team meetings, training, and service improvement initiatives
What You Bring
- Post-secondary education in healthcare, social services, or related field
- Experience in shelters, residential care, or community support
- Knowledge of community resources for those facing homelessness and addictions
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work with diverse populations and a commitment to equity and inclusion
- Comfortable with physical tasks (lifting up to 50 lbs.)
- Able to work independently and in a team
- Clear Record of Conduct and Vulnerable Sector Check required.
- Equivalent education/experience may be considered.
CLOSING DATE: August 19, 2026
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