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Shelter Support
Tailored Staffing Solutions for Shelters
Nexim Healthcare Consultants Inc (NHCI) understands and addresses many challenges for some of the most vulnerable individuals & families within our communities in times of crisis or urgent need. It could be because they are facing homelessness, domestic violence, mental health crises, or other challenges. NHCI knows that your staff is the backbone of your shelter's operations which is why as your 3rd party staffing provider, we are open —24/7/365 days to meet your human capital needs.
Providing third party staffing needs to shelters
Shelters by their nature present unique human capital needs and at NHCI we carefully mastered how to train and orient our staff to be able to address the unique care needs of individuals who depend on shelters for their social, emotional, and mental care support needs. Our staff come trained on but not limited to short courses.
- - Shelter standards
- - Harm reduction
- - Communicable diseases
- - Ethical boundaries
- - Mental health fundamentals
Staffing positions we provide include:
- Frontline Harm reduction & Shelter Support Workers
Maintain the safety and well-being of residents, offering day-to-day care and crisis intervention including Harm Reduction, - Mental Health Support Workers & Crisis Intervention Staff
Assist individuals dealing with mental health challenges or emotional crises. - Personal Support Workers (PSWs) & Developmental Support Workers (DSWs)
Provide hands-on care for individuals with physical, developmental, or special care needs. - Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs)
Offer healthcare support, medication management, and emergency care. - Addiction & mental health Counselors & Social Workers
Help residents with recovery, case management, and long-term planning.
We know that shelters often struggle with high staff turnover, burnout, and a shortage of qualified personnel. That is why we offer flexible staffing models—whether you need coverage for a single shift, long-term placements, or emergency staffing, we are ready to step in.
Specialized Training for Shelter Staff
NHCI is integrated with Trident Healthcare Institute (THI) - https://www.tridentcollege.ca/, a provincially accredited private career college, which helps to ensure that all staff we provide are properly trained and equipped with the essential skills needed to thrive in the high-pressure environments that the shelter sector operates in. Through this partnership – NHCI offers generously discounted up skilling course rates to our clients for all courses offered by THI.
Trident offers short courses and full certifications in a range of subjects including:
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI)
- Safe Management
- Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA)
- First Aid and CPR Certification
- Mental Health Foundations
- Suicide Prevention Skills Certification
- Addition and Mental Healthcare Foundations
By collaborating with shelters, we can upskill your existing team or provide staff that comes pre-trained in these essential areas. Our commitment to training ensures your shelter maintains a high standard of care, even in the most challenging situations.
Working Together to Make a Difference
If your shelter is looking for reliable, specialized staffing solutions to ensure the safety and well-being of your residents, we would love to talk. We understand your challenges, and we are ready to provide the support you need to succeed.
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Let us create a customized staffing solution for your shelter that meets your needs and budget.
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