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Student Placement Front Line

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
Entry Level
INTERN

Top Benefits

Comprehensive Health Plans
Group RRSP
Paid Health, Wellness, and Sick Days

About the role

About the Job:

Reporting to the assigned Placement Supervisor and Program Manager, the student will be a part of a multi-disciplinary team responsible for providing life skill programming, case management and issue specific counselling support to residents who are adults who currently enrolled transitional housing program.

 Duties and Responsibilities:

  • You may be required to administer naloxone in response to suspected opioid overdoses, and must complete appropriate training to recognize overdose symptoms, safely administer naloxone via nasal spray or injection, and follow emergency protocols including contacting emergency services. You will receive training within the first eight weeks of employment.

  • Support informal counselling to promote positive health and independency in the community· Act as role model to facilitate physical, emotional, and intellectual growth

  • Support the Specialist as primary worker that provides specialized case management and community outreach services to a designated case load.

  • Work in partnership with community agencies to coordinate support services

  • Assist in the implementation and monitoring of residency plan and goals

  • Assist in developing and maintaining individual skill building daily living and social skills necessary to obtain independency in the community

  • Support the development and facilitation of programming

  • Understand crisis de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviours

  • Understand and be able to integrate a philosophy of strength based and client-centered care into daily responsibilities

  • Demonstrate a strong commitment to quality care and service delivery based on SHIP’s Mission and Values

  • Ensure appropriate documentation and records are kept and ensure that statistical information is maintained as per agency and privacy standards

  • Adhere to agency Health & Safety Program and the Client Safety Framework

  • Perform additional duties as required/delegated by Management

Qualifications:

  • Current enrollment in post-secondary education in Social Services, Child and Youth Care, or equivalent
  • Any experience supporting the vulnerable sector is an asset
  • Previous experience working at a non-profit agency is an asset
  • Knowledge of MS Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook)
  • Valid Certification in First Aid & CPR
  • Training in ASIST and CPI
  • Vulnerable Screening Level 3

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

  • Monday-Friday 15 hours a week. 8:00 AM- 4:00 PM and 3:30-11:00 PM
  • Average amount of physical effort is required.
  • Able to sit/stand for prolonged periods of time
  • Able to answer and communicate telephone calls and general computer use
  • Able to lift up to 20lbs (product, documents, etc.)
  • Vehicle travel to sites for visits/walk-throughs and open doors as required.

Reporting Function:

Will report directly to Supervisor or Manager. Also will connect with the specialist on site and will be shadowing them.

Ship Values:

  • Compassion, Hope, Inclusiveness, Respect, Professionalism

About Us

Services and Housing In the Province (SHIP) is a Provincial leader in the broader public sector that builds strategic partnerships and programs that support the fundamental rights for Housing and Health Services throughout the Peel Region, Dufferin County, Region of Waterloo and surrounding areas.

Our commitment to increase quality of life through health services and housing supports that promote mental and physical health and wellness is at the forefront of every employee we hire. We value compassion, hope, inclusiveness, respect, and professionalism.

Our organization has supported the region for over 35 years and employs over 550 passionately engaged employees ranging from office administration, nurses, and service health specialists to housing specialists all dedicated to the community, clients, and families.

Accessibility

“SHIP strives to be equitable and inclusive in all that we do. Equity is a core value, and we are committed to providing an inclusive selection process. We encourage applicants from equity deserving communities including women, Black, Indigenous, other racialized groups, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, individuals with disabilities and others who will contribute to and enrich the organization and its values. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment, selection processes, and work environments. Please advise the People and Culture Department of any accommodations needed in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process”. 

Application Instructions

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply before Monday August 10th, 2026

Why Work For Us?

Work-Life Balance

SHIP believes a healthy work-life balance is essential for both professional success and personal well-being. We strive to create a company culture that values and supports the well-being of our employees, while also pushing innovation in our organization

Our Vision Quality Housing, Quality Services, Quality Lives

Our Mission To increase quality of life through health services and housing supports that promote mental and physical health and wellness

Our Culture Leader and innovative partner in the community. Our programs welcome employees into our caring, compassionate, and innovative culture. We listen; we know what it means, and why it matters.

Our Commitment People are at the forefront of our success. Below are just a few ways our full-time permanent staff have personal and professional success:

  • Comprehensive Health Plans
  • Group RRSP (5% Employer Contributions)
  • 12 Paid Health, Wellness, and Sick Days
  • 10 Paid Vacation Days
  • 3 Paid Personal/Floating Holidays
  • Generous Parental and Family Leave
  • Learning and Development Opportunities
  • Travel Allowances
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Company Culture to be Proud of
  • Possibility to Create a Real Impact

35+

Years focused on Clients, Tenants, Staff, and Families

5,000+

Clients and Residents served annually

20+

Programs and Service offerings in Southern Ontario

500+

Dedicated, Respectful, Compassionate and Professional Employees

Please note that we use automated screening tools as part of our recruitment process and are reviewed to support fair and equitable hiring practices

Monday-Friday 15 hours a week. 8:00 AM- 4:00 PM or 3:30-11:00 PM

About Services and Housing In the Province (SHIP)

Civic and Social Organizations
201-500
Founded in 1992

SHIP has championed the fundamental right of housing for nearly 30 years. As a respected health service and housing support provider, we advocate for Healthy Housing™ by forming lasting relationships with landlords and developers.

We advocate for mental and physical health services through in-house service teams and partnerships with community-based agencies. SHIP is known for our record of identifying gaps in available service provision and directly addressing those needs. Many of our programs and service models have gained national attention within the health care field.

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