Case Manager / Case Worker- Martha House Temporary Full Time

Good Shepherd Centres • Hamilton, ON

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The successful candidate will extend our mission to residential and non-residential clients through the provision of respectful and appropriate housing support services. This may include case management, crisis intervention and supportive counseling. The incumbent must be able to work independently in a challenging and rewarding values-based environment.

Requirements

• Post-secondary education in a related field is required
• Applicants should possess a thorough knowledge of issues impacting women (cis, Trans, non-binary, 2-Spirt) including gender based violence, child witnessing mental health, homelessness, substance use and harm reduction principles.
• Demonstrated experience with Intake and Assessment
• A demonstrated commitment to the mission values of availability, flexibility, adaptability, hospitality and dignity is essential
• C.P.R. certification (or willingness to be certified)
• The successful candidate will have a flexible schedule
• Committed to anti-racist/anti-oppressive practice and to the mission and values of Good Shepherd

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a residential setting is preferred
• A valid Ontario driver's license (G) is also an asset
• Ability to speak French and/or other languages considered an asset

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a caseload
• Complete an intake and assessment on each resident
• Design, implement, in consultation with supervisor, an interview schedule that will provide an evaluation of "quality of life" improvement of successful program participants
• Maintain confidentiality with regards to clients/staff and Centre's records
• Observe all health and safety rules and work in compliance with the provisions of the occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations

Benefits

• Support for continuing EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
• Staff recognition programs along with access to self-care supports and EMPLOYEE / FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
• Extended Health Benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree