Adsum House and Adsum Centre always welcome applications from qualified applicants for relief work as Casual Employees. 

Casual Employees

Under the day-to-day supervision of the Social Work Co-ordinator, a casual employee working in the role of a Client Support Officer is responsible for all client intakes and discharges; seeking providing information, support and other services to youth, women and their children.  The casual employee, working as a Client Support Officer, is also responsible for maintaining client files including an electronic database; gathering and recording other statistical information as required; assisting clients to identify short- and long-term goals; dealing effectively with requests for services from the public as well as accepting donations; and assisting in the day-to-day operation of the shelter.

A casual employee must be able to:

• Work independently and as a member of a team, on a relief basis 
• Deal effectively with crises and challenging situations in an objective and safe manner
• Ensure and respect confidentiality of the Association
• Maintain client confidentiality and respect client privacy

Terms and conditions:

• Availability on short notice is essential to cover regular employees on vacation, statutory holidays and sick leave 
• Compensation is $14.50 / hour.

Please send current resume and cover letter to: 

Hiring Committee, Adsum for Women & Children

2421 Brunswick Street, Halifax, NS B3K 2Z4

Fax: (902) 423-9336 / Email: adsum@adsumforwomen.org