The YWCA NWT is looking for a Shelter Manager to complete general administrative duties and oversee the day-to-day operations of our Fort Smith Shelter (Sutherland House for Women and Children fleeing domestic violence). This is a full-time permanent position starting immediately. We’re looking for someone with some supervisory experience and are open to flexible work arrangement with the right candidate. The duties are as follows:

• Supervise shelter staff and operations
• Support shelter staff and clients in the shelter environment
• Manage shelter scheduling (leaves, shift coverage etc.)
• Payroll approvals and submissions on biweekly basis
• Complete and submit monthly shelter statistics
• Approves and make purchases for shelter needs, and supplies
• Maintain written communications in shelter operations (ex. client files, memos, log book, staff communication book)
• Follow up weekly with in house clients on service plan, disburse comfort money
• Some on-call responsibilities
• Update the Executive Director or shelter manager as needed about day-to-day operations
• Other duties as assigned in the contract

Job orientation and training will be provided for the ideal candidate. More information about YWCA NWT Family Violence Shelters: www.ywcanwt.ca/family-violence-shelters.

Salary: $38.29 hourly (negotiable) with benefits

Please submit resume to: Hawa Dumbuya-Sesay at ed@ywcanwt.ca ASAP.

Closing date: Until filled.