Careers

WINGS is a nonprofit organization in Edmonton that helps women and children who are escaping domestic abuse by delivering secure long-term housing, counseling, life skills education, and social programs. We are committed to maintaining a positive and engaging workplace for all employees.

“WINGS has the capacity to reduce suffering and to enable these people to change direction. It’s turning a corner, it’s the promise of hope. If just one woman gets healthy and is safe to parent their children, this has a tremendous ripple effect through generations.”
– Program Coordinator at WINGS

Job Openings

Join an amazing team atmosphere and help make a positive change in the lives of women and children in our community.
Interested in joining our team? WINGS is accepting applications for the following positions:

 

Part Time/On Call Facility Reception Worker – IMMEDIATE

Child Care Assistant – 3 SUMMER POSITIONS (Temporary)

Part Time/On Call Facility Reception Worker – IMMEDIATE

Shift Work Details:

  • Must be available for minimum 1 shift per week as well as on call.
  • Weekends and Stat Holidays, 9am-4:30pm or 4:30pm-12midnight
  • Possible weekday evenings M-F, 4-12 midnight
  • Each shift is 8 hours
  • Pay $18/hour
  • Extreme Southeast location

Requirements of the successful candidate include:

  • Min Grade 12 education; must be over 18 years of age
  • Professional communication skills (phone, interpersonal, written/grammar/spelling, verbal, etc.)
  • Ability to identify and refer calls to next level as necessary.
  • Proficient Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and general office equipment (copier, fax, phone system, etc.)
  • Confidentiality and discretion in the performance of all duties and responsibilities
  • Exhibits professional behavior with residents, staff, and community donors that reflect positively on WINGS and is consistent with the organization’s policies and practices
  • Demonstrates excellent flexibility and effective communication skills in their interactions with others.
  • Motivated to work well independently, proactive, and the ability to multitask
  • Good physical health – duties include janitorial duties, organizing/sorting donations of gently used clothing and household items.
  • Candidate must be mature, able to receive direction and be self-directed, decisive, and flexible.
  • Must be punctual.
  • Experience in the non-profit sector and knowledge of family violence are assets

Organizational Requirements:

  • First Aid CPR Level C
  • Criminal Record Check
  • Child Welfare Check
  • Full vaccination proof required
  • Full PPE is required for shift following the protocols and procedures set by governing agencies.

Resumes to:  adminsupport@wingsofprovidence.ca
No phone calls please

Child Care Worker Assistant

WINGS is currently accepting applications for: Child Care Worker Assistant. There are 3 positions available. Note: This is a temporary summer student position.

Time Period and Hours of work:

Start Date – June 26th, 2023

End Date – Aug 18th, 2023

Monday – Friday  9am-5pm

37.5 hr/wk

$15/hr

This position is funded by the Government of Canada Summer Jobs program and as such all applicants must be:

be between 15 and 30 years of age

be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment

have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations

Applications will be screened as they are received, and this position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

The successful applicant will:

Work well in a team environment and have good communication skills both verbal and written.

Be in good physical health as this position requires continuous physical activity.

Work well with people including children – especially those vulnerable.

Work well as a team, as well as independently.

Take initiative and thrive in a fast-paced work environment.

Join a great team atmosphere and help make a difference in the lives of vulnerable women and children in our community! Must be energetic and have a passion for working with children of all ages: 3months-18years.

Responsibilities to the Program and Families include:

Early child development work in WINGS’ onsite childcare; working with children ages 3 months – Kindergarten.

Various administrative duties and tasks relating to client and program needs, including organizing paperwork for clients.

Assisting the Facility Coordinator with general cleaning and facility organization.

Light building maintenance – watering flowers, painting projects, monitoring the playground.

Helping to prepare apartments for families to move into – including cleaning, creating welcome packages, decorating apartments, and replenishing household items.

Helping with the daily operation of WINGS onsite donation program, which includes the sorting and organization of new and gently used clothing and household donations which are donated for the families from our community.

Assist with implementation of WINGS Summer Camp Program – Working with children and youth ages 6-18yrs. Responsibilities include:

Helping to prepare and execute the children’s daily summer activities, ie. outdoor recreational activities and field trips, help prepare daily snacks and special lunches.

Help to organize special event days for all the children and moms including Summer Kick-Off Celebration, Tie Dye Day, Family Activities, etc.

Ensure that the children’s program and sports equipment is organized, clean, and stocked.

Provide a warm, friendly, caring atmosphere to foster the healthy development and learning of children who have experienced family violence.

Required

Current Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector and Child Intervention Check

South East Location, Edmonton.

Resumes to: khand@wingsofprovidence.ca 

No phone calls please

 

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