Health & Safety Advisor

Job Description

At the Calgary Drop-In and Rehab Centre (the DI), we are dedicated to serving our community with kindness. Our mission – to work with community to end homelessness, one person at a time – goes beyond providing immediate support; we strive to create an environment where individuals can regain their confidence and rebuild their lives.

We are more than an emergency shelter. Our dedicated team of staff and volunteers work tirelessly to ensure that everyone who walks through our doors feels welcomed, respected, and valued. What sets us apart is our holistic approach to support. We offer not only safe and comfortable accommodation and meals but also access to essential resources such as health and recovery services, and housing supports.

All of our programs, including emergency shelter, are low-barrier, trauma-informed, housing-focused, and recovery-oriented, aimed at supporting Calgary's most vulnerable citizens. And our doors are always open.

Position Summary

We are hiring a Health & Safety Advisor who can help us maintain a safe, responsive, and trauma-informed workplace for both staff and the people we serve. This role supports all aspects of physical and psychological health and safety, with a focus on real-time problem-solving in a fast-paced and often unpredictable environment.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Health, Safety & Environment, the Health & Safety Advisor is responsible for working as part of a team responsible for the administration, implementation, and stewardship of the HSE program for the agency and continuing to maintain professional, wellness-focused relationships both internally and externally.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Actively support the administration, implementation, and continuous improvement of the DI's Health, Safety, and Wellness program
• Respond to and investigate reported health & safety incidents and concerns, ensuring thorough documentation, follow-up, and corrective actions are completed
• Design and complete regular reporting to operations teams on incident trends and identify areas of focus and recommended solutions
• Conduct hazard assessments, safety inspections, and participate in internal audits across multiple buildings
• Assist with training and coaching of teams or individuals, both within the HSE team and outside of the team (including employees, volunteers, contractors, etc.)
• Support emergency response readiness, including fire drills, evacuation planning, and staff training
• Ensure the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) of all controlled products on site is always up-to-date and accessible to all employees
• Work with other key stakeholders within and outside the HSE department to ensure understanding of HSE legislation, safety considerations, as well as audit readiness
• Coordinate and manage Toolbox / Tailgate meetings, and Health & Safety Committee meetings
• Create and maintain procedural documentation and updates
• Perform research, make recommendations, and use creative forms of communication to best equip others in our environment
• Monitor legislative changes and support compliance across programs and buildings
• Participate in on-call rotation for after-hours support

What We Are Looking For

We recognize that the right candidate may come from different sectors. We welcome applicants from both nonprofit / social services and regulated or technical safety environments. A combination of relevant education, certification, and field experience will be considered.

Required Competencies and Qualifications

Assets

Working Conditions

The individuals we serve are experiencing homelessness or precarious housing and may also be facing substance use disorders and / or mental or physical health challenges. Many have a history of significant trauma. These experiences can influence their interactions with both staff and one another. By recognizing these behaviors as responses to past experiences, we are able to engage with our guests in a manner that is empathetic and respectful.

This role may involve high-stress situations that require resilience, compassion, and composure. At the DI we are deeply committed to the well-being of our staff, implementing policies and providing resources that support both physical and psychological safety, as well as mental health.

Why the DI?

The DI aims to be an 'Employer of Choice' and affords each employee an opportunity to help make a real difference in our community, and more importantly in the lives of those who rely on our services. We take great care in hiring the right people who fit, and who share our outlook on the value of people.

Our Culture

Our values form the cornerstone of our culture : RESPECT, COMMUNITY, KINDNESS, WELLNESS, and ACCOUNTABILITY.

What we Offer

Staff at the DI enjoy competitive compensation packages, including employer-paid benefits depending on role and employment type.

The DI is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are committed to and support equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

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