$21 · Casual Residential Support Worker

Casual Residential Support Worker Do you want to go to work everyday with a renewed sense of meaning and motivation, knowing you are helping people to achieve greater independence and improve your community? Working in a non-profit organization gives you the opportunity to make a difference and be part of creating a lasting impact. We feel happier when we believe our work is serving a greater purpose and we are facilitating positive results based on our jobs. The John Howard Society is a dynamic, innovative social service organization creating safe, healthy, and inclusive communities for everyone. With a goal of helping individuals with housing, life-skills, education, employment, and community-based services, we are always looking for great people to join our team. The Residential Support Worker will provide support to men transitioning from correctional institutions to the community. Key Accountabilities • Carry out rounds and bed checks at irregular intervals • Answer phones, greet the public and visitors with discretion • Access and maintain documentation • Attend staff meetings as required • Record pertinent resident information on the Case Administration Management System • Undertake special assignments as required by the House Manager • Follow working alone procedures for check-ins • Establish positive communication with and endeavor to maintain rapport with each resident • Exchange information related to resident concerns and direct the resident to appropriate resources • Allow resident’s access to prescribed medication Qualifications • Experience working with vulnerable populations, including those with mental health, addictions, and developmental disabilities • The skills to understand the use of authority in supervision and to intervene effectively in crises Job Requirements • Criminal Record Check • Ability to pass a Correctional Services of Canada Enhanced Security Check • Emergency First Aid Hourly Pay Rate: $21.01 - $23.64 per hour