Careers - Alberta Council of Women’s Shelters

Work with ACWS

The Alberta Council of Women’s Shelters is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that reflects our diverse community. By incorporating a variety of experiences and perspectives, we create opportunities for innovative solutions and maximize the impact of our work. We are focused on women’s equality and empowerment and value diversity in its many forms: race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, and all the other fascinating characteristics that make us unique. For those who may need accommodation through the recruitment process, please contact us at voice@acws.ca.

See below for current employment opportunities at ACWS. Please contact us if you have questions or need assistance in applying. To apply for one of the below positions, please email your resume and cover letter to voice@acws.ca with the job title in the subject line.

Click here for jobs with member shelters.

Special Advisor – Shelter Programs and Services

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Special Advisor to mentor staff and support trauma and violence informed shelter services and shelter partnerships. The ideal candidate will be someone committed to guiding shelter programs in implementing best practices that foster healing, safety, and empowerment for individuals seeking services and enhancing the overall wellness of frontline staff engaged in service delivery This key position will play a pivotal role in enhancing trauma and violence informed practice at our shelters and across our partnerships.

This position requires someone with deep knowledge of trauma-informed therapeutic interventions and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic and compassionate environment.

Full Job Description Here

Member Support – Programs and Services

Reporting to the Manager of Programs and Services, this position is responsible for mentoring and supporting trauma informed shelter services and programs, fostering shelter partnerships, and developing training.

This position will ensure the alignment of ACWS programs, services, and projects to ensure the overarching outcomes and sustainability of ACWS and our members.

Full job description here.