Posted 3 months ago
Resident Crisis Worker - Full Time Temporary
@ Beendigen
Thunder Bay, Ontario
Overview
Beendigen is hiring a full-time temporary Resident Crisis Worker to provide crisis intervention and support to women and dependents in a residential setting, within its Anishinabe Health and Wellness Framework. The role involves crisis line work, case planning, resident programming and housekeeping, on rotating shifts. Pay is $24.16/hr for 40 hours per week, with a contract ending March 31, 2027.
Pay:
$24.16 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Provide crisis intervention and support to women and dependents in a residential setting
- Answer the crisis line and respond with empathy
- Admit residents, maintain case plans and keep records
- Facilitate resident programming and group work
- Perform housekeeping, meal preparation and child care as needed
Requirements summary:
- Social Service Worker diploma or comparable training
- Experience serving Anishinabe women and children
- Knowledge of Anishinabe culture, tradition and language
- Commitment to the Violence Against Women sector
- Successful Vulnerable Sector check and Class G licence
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-05
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-26
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Social & community services |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | day, evening, overtime, weekends, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Care home, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | First Aid, CPR, Mental Health First Aid, Class G |
| Driver’s licence | required, own vehicle |
| Background checks | vulnerable sector |
| Encouraged to apply | People with disabilities |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Social Service Work |
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Beendigen
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Providing safety and shelter to women and children experiencing violence and providing opportunities for healing.
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Beendigen has been providing support to women and children in Thunder Bay since 1978. The agency was established to provide temporary shelter for Indigenous women and their children who were dealing with abuse and were in need of food and shelter. Over the years, Beendigen continues to evolve to provide support services to abused women and their families. Beendigen integrates cultural teachings into many of its healing programs. Culture and traditional knowledge are at the center of how Beendigen develops and delivers supports and services to Indigenous families. The Medicine Wheel Teachings, traditional ceremonies, and cultural awareness are balanced with the educational components of individual and group programming. Elders play an important role at Beendigen as they help to promote a traditional and cultural connectedness which Beendigen believes is vital to cultivating opportunities for healing. Our Mission Our mission is to provide safety and shelter to Indigenous women and children experiencing violence, and to facilitate the cycle of healing through the delivery of culturally appropriate programs and services to individuals and families. Beendigen is governed by a Board of Directors Our Values We believe every family deserves to live in a safe home free from violence. We believe that given the opportunity, women who have experienced abuse can move forward through healing. With influence from the Medicine Wheel Teachings and core social work values, we assist women to gain a strong foundation which can help them move ahead in a positive, healthy manner. FUNDERS Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services Thunder Bay District Social Services Administrative Board Public Health Agency of Canada Health Canada Ontario Native Women’s Association Faye Peterson
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- Reported office locations
- 103-100 Anemki Drive, Fort William First Nation, Thunder Bay, ON P7J 1K4, CA
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- Beendigen
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Beendigen has been providing support to women and children in Thunder Bay since 1978. The agency was established to provide temporary shelter for Indigenous women and their children who were dealing with abuse and were in need of food and shelter. Over the years, Beendigen continues to evolve to provide support services to abused women and their families. Beendigen integrates cultural teachings into many of its…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Non-profit Organizations |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Thunder Bay, ON |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 7 |
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Resident Crisis Worker Full Time Temporary (March 31st, 2026)
Position Title: Resident Crisis Worker Full Time Temporary (March 31, 2027)
Hours of work: 40 hours per week, Rotating Sunday to Saturday (8am-4pm, 12pm-8pm,4pm-12am)
Salary: $24.16/hr
Position Summary:
The Resident Crisis Worker is responsible for the provision of crisis intervention and support services to women and dependents living in a residential setting. These services and programs are offered within the organization’s Anishinabe Health and Wellness Framework.
Key Responsibilities/Duties:
To work from a holistic perspective, utilizing the teachings of the medicine wheel and Seven Grandfather Teachings.
To utilize Elders for teachings, healing and guidance.
To take personal responsibility to increase sensitivity, awareness and implementation of Beendigen’s cultural teachings and organizational practices in both professional conduct and work-related deliverables.
To be prepared to work in conjunction with the philosophy and mandate of the Organization.
To provide a safe, nonjudgmental and empowering environment to victims of violence.
To notify Program Supervisor of any unusual cases, irregularities, accidents, illnesses or repairs.
To answer the telephone and/or Crisis Line, respond with empathy and provide crisis intervention when necessary.
To maintain all standards of health and safety for the protection of residents and staff.
To complete the admission of residents into the Crisis Home including all program documentation.
To correctly enter and maintain information in the Crisis Home database.
To maintain a case plan for each resident and follow through on the completion of their plan.
To facilitate resident programming.
To provide written program information and documentation as requ-ired by the Crisis Home Supervisor or Executive Director.
To work with residents to maintain a neat and sanitary environment at all times.
General housekeeping duties, this may include laundry, dusting, disinfecting and preparing bedrooms.
To prepare/cook meals for the residents in the Crisis Home when the Cook is unable to do so.
To assist or provide child care as needed.
To participate as a team member in achieving the goals and objectives of the Organization.
To constructively participate in all team meetings, seminars and staff training sessions as required.
To follow confidential handling of resident information as dictated by Privacy Legislation.
To ensure Health and Safety compliance in the workplace by following policies, procedures and best practices and reporting any unsafe environments.
To perform other related duties as assigned by the Program Supervisor/On-call.
To adhere to all policies, procedures and ensure adherence to program Best Practices. To preserve confidentiality of all residents, clients, staff, students, volunteers and agency information.
To represent the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times.
The above statements are the general functions of the position, and should not be interpreted as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may pertain to the job.
Key Selection Criteria
Required:
Social Service Worker Diploma or comparable diploma with relevant experience and/or training.
Demonstrated experience providing services to Anishinabe women and children.
Knowledge of Anishinabe culture, tradition, language and Anishinabe community.
Demonstrated commitment to the Violence Against Women sector.
Preferred:
Experience working in an Indigenous organization.
Ability to speak Ojibway, Oji-Cree or Cree.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Experience in one-on-one counselling and group facilitation.
Extensive knowledge and experience in individual and group work and family violence issues.
Ability to view situations free from personal values, interests, beliefs, or judgment.
To identify and manage group dynamics and promote a positive peer environment.
Ability to handle difficult situations and distance oneself from resident’s problems or emotions.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge about sensitivity to cultural differences and various economic backgrounds.
Ability to act quickly and appropriately in situations of conflict in a direct, non-confrontational way.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Working Conditions:
Resident Crisis Workers usually work in an office and residential setting, but the mission of the organization may sometimes take them to non-standard workplaces.
Resident Crisis Workers work 40 hour work week rotating shifts; Monday to Friday, but additionally may work weekends and overtime hours
Employment is subject to:
Providing a successful Police Records Check (Vulnerable Sector).
Must be willing to work Flexible hours of work (40hrs/wk.)
Ability to work overtime with paid compensation.
Ability to work shift work
Must sign Oath of Confidentiality.
First Aid and CPR Certification.
Mental Health First Aid Certification.
Must have a valid Class “G” Driver’s license, use of an automobile with appropriate insurance coverage
How to Apply
Interested internal applicants are invited to submit application via Beendigen’s website at
https://beendigen.bamboohr.com/careers/431
Only those applicants granted an interview will be contacted.
Beendigen Anishinabe Women's Crisis Home and Family Healing Agency welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
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