Careers With The Inn

”"I am proud to be part of a great team that goes above and beyond to help families get back on their feet. The best part of my job is seeing a smile on a kid’s face, and watching a family move forward into their next journey in life.”

Inn from the Cold Employee

Come on INN!

We’re an amazing team, doing amazing things every day. Inn from the Cold is the largest organization in the Calgary region dedicated to supporting families experiencing a housing crisis.

At Inn from the Cold, we offer more than a job; we provide an opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of families in crisis. Our values guide us—compassion, accountability, respect, inclusivity, courage, and innovation. We are driven by our vision of a thriving community where every child and family has a safe and stable place to call home.

We prioritize people, recognizing the uniqueness and worth of everyone who walks through our doors. Our commitment to reconciliation and equity is not just a statement; it’s a journey we’re dedicated to, actively working alongside Indigenous peoples and marginalized communities to dismantle oppressive structures. As a trauma-informed organization, we create a safe and supportive environment, promoting healing and resilience.

Collaboration is at the heart of our work, and we believe that diverse perspectives drive our success. We are a diverse multidisciplinary team united by a shared vision, mission and values. Our backgrounds are as diverse as our areas of discipline, and it is this diversity and the respect and value we have for each other and our community that makes us stronger.

If this sounds like a place where you would want to work, please review the positions below to see if there’s a fit with your skills and experience.

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Our Culture

Our values are the foundation of our culture:

  • Compassionate: We embody kindness, empathy, and a genuine commitment to supporting others.
  • Respectful: We hold ourselves and others in high regard and our actions honour the rights, differences and dignity of all.
  • Courageous: We are bold and use our voice to advocate for families and inspire collective action to break down systemic barriers and solve family homelessness.
  • Accountable: We do what we say, and we operate with transparency and integrity in our relationships and commitments.
  • Inclusive: We believe that everyone belongs. We break down barriers and are committed to the journey of reconciliation, anti-racism and equity for all.
  • Innovative: We embrace creativity, continuous learning and collaboration to drive positive, equitable and impactful change.

Our Commitment To Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Join us in a workplace where your actions contribute to breaking down barriers, fostering equity, and creating a truly inclusive and anti-racist space. At Inn from the Cold, you’re not just an employee but a crucial part of a community, making a difference in the lives of those who need it most.

The Inn is deeply committed to building a workplace where inclusion is valued and prioritized. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every qualification listed. We value unique perspectives and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of talents and experiences. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religious beliefs, gender, gender identity or expression, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, place of origin,  source of income, mental and physical disability, age, or veteran status, or any legally protected grounds.

If you are an applicant and require accommodations or special assistance throughout our recruitment process, please contact us at hr@innfromthecold.org

What Do We Offer?

We provide people with meaningful work and are committed to offering equitable total compensation to all staff. This includes the following benefits:

  • A competitive salary where all employees are paid a living wage at a minimum.
  • A focus on health and well-being, including access to employer-paid extended health benefits, dental benefits, an annual health spending account and employer-matched RRSP contributions.
  • A commitment to your mental well-being with free and confidential support through the Employee & Family Assistance Program.
  • Work-life balance includes paid vacation starting at three weeks, wellness days, and 12 paid statutory holidays.
  • A supportive and flexible work environment that includes ongoing training and development opportunities.
  • Potlucks, celebrations, employee engagement initiatives and plenty of fun.
  • A strong commitment to advancing reconciliation aligning with the calls to action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
  • Recognition that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.