Women's Housing - kinaw - Coordinator - Full Time - Permanent
YWCA Regina
Women’s Housing - kikinaw
Coordinator
Department
Women’s Housing
Position Title
Coordinator
Hours of Work
37.5 weekly – Monday to Friday 8a-3:30p
Position Type
Permanent
Reports To
Manager of kikinaw
Start Date
As soon as possible
Salary
$46 605.00 to $48 964.38 – starting – three step scale
Work Location
Onsite at the kikaskitânaw Centre, Regina, SK.
Open To
Internal and External Applicants
Application Deadline
1pm - Thursday July 09, 2026
POSITION DESCRIPTION
As a part of the Kikinaw Residence, the Women's Housing Leadership Team, and under the direct supervision of the
Kikinaw Residence Manager, and general supervision of the Director of Housing, the Kikinaw Coordinator has primary
responsibility for the Eagle Staff Hill program that supports women on parole. The Coordinator will work with the team
and Correctional Service Canada cooperatively to create a positive communal environment for all residents and will
contribute to a healthy team culture among program staff that enhances collaboration with a respectful approach to
challenging issues.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Client Service
- All steps in the case management process for women on day parole as outlined in the CSC contract, including but
not limited to recruitment & screening of offenders, action plans, regular reporting, regular assessment of
appropriate level for each offender, monitoring restrictions, compliance of offenders, regular communication with
Parole Officers, departure planning and processing
- Daily contact with women in both programs, utilizing client led, strength focused counselling methods, and offering
practical support (rides, life skills modeling, warm referrals, etc.) where needed to facilitate positive change and
move the case plan forward
- Support for women in the permanent and emergency supportive housing programs as needed in cooperation with
Residence Coordinator, operating from a Housing First and Harm Reduction and Trauma-Informed philosophy;
and
- Employ innovative problem solving to resolve conflicts and foster a positive community
- Submit reports monthly to Parole Office and maintain records in the Offender Management System
- Collect and supervise urine analysis samples from individuals on parole
- Provide direction and assistance to reception and shelter staff during non-working hours in emergency situations
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Education
• Bachelor's degree in such as social work, human justice, addictions, or an equivalent combination of education and
well-established experience in a related field of work.
Experience
• Demonstrated experience working with women experiencing homelessness, addictions, mental health challenges,
poverty, and other complex issues
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Strong interpersonal skills
- Exhibit effective organizational skills
- Strong crisis intervention, counselling, and case management skills
ASSETS & PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong knowledge of Indigenous culture and background and its relation to colonization and continuing oppressive
practices
- Cultural awareness, and respect for women of various backgrounds
- Class 5 driver's license
- Provide a satisfactory criminal record check, including a vulnerable sector check and fingerprints for an advanced
clearance check
- A valid CPR/First Aid certification.
WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Work Location: Onsite at the kikaskitânaw Centre, Regina, SK.
- Physical Demands: Walking, sitting and standing for extended periods of time. Lifting and carrying supplies. Bending
and moving to support residents.
- Schedule: 37.5 weekly – Monday to Friday 8a-3:30p
- Special Conditions: Class 5 driver’s license, Valid First Aid/CPR certification
- Pre-Employment: A criminal record check will be required following a conditional offer of employment. Results will
be assessed in relation to the duties of the role and will not automatically disqualify candidates.
HOW TO APPLY
Please reference “kikinaw Coordinator” clearly in your application. Applications that do not include this reference may
be deemed ineligible.
YWCA Regina invites applicants to voluntarily self-identify as Indigenous (First Nation, non-status, Métis, or Inuit) or as
a member of another equity-deserving group in their cover letter and/or resume. Self-identification is entirely voluntary and
will not be used in any way that disadvantages applicants.
INTERNAL APPLICANTS: Submit a letter or statement of interest from your YWCA Regina email address to
***email_hidden***.
EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Submit a cover letter and resume to ***email_hidden***.
NOTE: Professional references will be requested from finalists only. Please do not include references with your initial
application.
YWCA REGINA EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
- 4% employer RRSP contribution (employee-directed, no match required) available after three months of employment.
- Employer-paid extended health and dental benefits, with option to enhance coverage at minimal employee cost —
available after three months of employment.
- Paid vacation, accrued based on hours worked, starting at 3 weeks annually and increasing with years of service.
- 10 statutory holiday days plus 3 YWCA Regina–recognized paid days annually.
- Paid sick days annually, with carryover provisions.
- Access to the YWCA Regina vehicle fleet for work purposes (with applicable credentials).
- Access to the organization’s on-site fitness facility.
- Casual dress code and flexible work week.
- In-house training & development and cultural teachings
- A value-driven team committed to equity, care, and community impact.
OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY & INCLUSION
As an organization led by and for women, YWCA Regina is deeply committed to building a team that reflects the full
diversity of our community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit),
Black people, racialized persons, people with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, newcomers, and all others who bring
perspectives that enrich our work.
We understand that systemic barriers can discourage people from applying for roles where they are underrepresented. We
want to be clear: your lived experience, community knowledge, and unique perspective are genuine assets here. We are
actively working to build conditions where every team member can contribute fully and see themselves reflected in our
organization.
Accommodations are available at any stage of the recruitment process. If you require support to participate equitably, please
contact us at ***email_hidden*** and we will work with you to meet your needs in a timely and confidential manner.
YWCA Regina uses a structured interview process designed to assess competencies fairly and consistently. Shortlisted
candidates will be contacted directly. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be
contacted.
ABOUT YWCA REGINA
YWCA Regina Inc., established in 1910, aspires to a world where communities benefit from the full and equitable inclusion
of women and families, and where the experiences and perspectives of women and families are reflected in all facets of
society. We are a community voice of and for women — and a trusted partner in addressing the most complex issues faced
by women and our community. YWCA Regina provides childcare, shelter and housing, community programs, family
support programs, and outreach.
For over a century, YWCA Regina has been a cornerstone of life in Regina — evolving to meet the needs of women and
families across generations. Our work spans emergency shelter, affordable housing, licensed childcare, family violence
prevention, and wraparound community supports. We are a value-driven organization where staff are not simply delivering
services — they are partners in meaningful, community-led change.
Working at YWCA Regina means joining a team that leads with love, operates with grit, and believes deeply that every
person deserves dignity, safety, and belonging. Our staff bring a wide range of backgrounds, identities, and experiences —
and that diversity makes our work stronger.
YWCA Regina is committed to anti-colonial, anti-racist practice and to a workplace that prioritizes cultural safety. We are
committed to creating safe, inclusive, and accessible services and spaces for gender and sexually diverse persons. We
acknowledge that our social systems, communities, and organizational processes can perpetuate the marginalization of
Indigenous peoples, Black people, and gender and sexually diverse people. We are committed to systemic change and to
actions that further justice, truth, and reconciliation for marginalized peoples.
OUR VALUES
- Mutual Respect: Everyone deserves an equitable, judgement-free environment.
- Truth, Trust & Transparency: We conduct our work with honesty, integrity, and transparency to hold ourselves
accountable and maintain the trust we have earned in our community.
- Community Allyship: We embrace change by amplifying voices that guide our work. We actively advocate with and
meet people and the community where they are, to support them in getting where they want to be.
- Collaboration: The collective strength, aligned partnerships, and interconnectedness of community enable us to drive
change, disrupt power structures, and address barriers.
- Love and Care: The way in which we care for our people and community matters. By providing a nurturing,
welcoming, and loving environment, we create spaces for care, a sense of belonging, family, and home.
- Grit: Our perseverance, passion, and resilience affirm our belief that change is possible even in the face of adversity.