Casual Residence Worker, Mental Health (Aspen House Supported Living)

Connective • Mission, BC

1d • CA$26 - CA$30 • Onsite

About The Position

This position will provide casework and clinical support to residents of Connective’s programs in order to enhance their quality of life, to ensure the orderly and safe operation of the facility, and to maintain the goals of the counselling and/or rehabilitative plans. This is a casual, unionized position with multiple lines available, offering not guaranteed hours. Connective is a dynamic non-profit organization that provides innovative programming in the social services sector, striving to create safe, healthy, and inclusive communities for all.

Requirements

• Graduated with a Degree or Diploma with one year related mental health experience.
• Experience in the appropriate field and demonstrate a clear ability to respond well in crisis situations.
• A clear understanding of Psycho Social Rehabilitation applications.
• An understanding of providing service to people with different learning abilities.
• Demonstrated experience in an applicable residential setting.
• Demonstrated a good working knowledge of the technical details important to the functioning of group residences.
• Experience with clients with a history of conflict with the law, developmental disabilities and/or spectrum disorders, interaction with social agencies and experiencing psychiatric/personality disorders.
• An awareness of Community Living of British Columbia (the contractor) concerns, laws, and policies related to the specific residence program.
• Demonstrated the ability to teach skills and work effectively with others.
• Knowledge of theory, principles, and practices in the fields related to the particular residence.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to successfully complete a Criminal Records Check.
• Current Emergency First Aid Certificate (please refer to the Certificates accepted in B.C. - WorkSafeBC).
• Class 5 driver’s license.
• Personal transportation that is in good repair, insured for business up to $1,000,000 for liability, and which can be used to transport residents.
• Proof of vaccination for communicable diseases may be required as mandated by the Government, Health Authority, and/or funder requirements.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada.
• Observe weekly hours limit if under a temporary or study visa.
• Provide proof of eligibility if selected for the role.

Nice To Haves

• Functions independently while on shift and adhere to Residence Policy and Procedures.
• Works in a high stress environment, often dealing with clients in crisis situations.
• Demonstrates a level of physical fitness to effectively carry out the required duties of the program and to meet the operational needs of the residence.
• Is available to work all shifts, 7 days per week including day shifts, afternoon shifts, and graveyard shifts.
• Provides appropriate personal transportation with required business insurance coverage to enable the movement of the resident around the Lower Mainland as required by the goals of the program.

Responsibilities

• Provide casework and clinical support to residents.
• Ensure the orderly and safe operation of the facility.
• Maintain the goals of the counselling and/or rehabilitative plans.
• Interview clients to prepare care plans and background information.
• Assume a primary or key worker role with assigned resident(s).
• Provide input for the development of appropriate care plans.
• Implement care plans for each resident.
• Develop interpersonal therapeutic relationships with psychiatric residents.
• Connect clients with health and psychiatric services.
• Apply appropriate intervention techniques with residents in crisis.
• Assist with implementation of Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA) therapeutic support.
• Meet with each resident on a routine basis to discuss progress and plan future interventions.
• Identify potential problems and report difficulties.
• Participate in social, recreational, employment, educational, and other programs.
• Contribute to the evaluation of resident’s progress and make written and oral reports.
• Maintain client files including statement of goals, case/care plans, summaries, case notes, reviews, and closing reports.
• Develop and maintain an in-house resource area with current information/brochures.
• Ensure residents are in compliance with the terms of their residency and rules of the facility.
• Act as an on-site advocate for each resident.
• Provide emotional support and feedback to residents and their families.
• Support residents towards integration and healthy functioning within the community.
• Act as a positive role model, providing life skills training and behaviour management.
• Dispense and ensure the taking of medications.
• Provide transportation and assist residents to attend appointments.
• Plan, develop, and deliver in-house programs.
• Work with volunteers to support residence programs.
• Identify community services that meet client needs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team and consult with team psychologist and psychiatrists.
• Participate in short- and long-term planning for clients.
• Maintain liaison with other agencies, professionals, government officials and the community.
• Supervise the activities of the residence, its residents, and volunteers while on shift.
• Maintain case notes and the logbook.
• Monitor and ensure effective operation of the facility including quality control concerning cleaning equipment, indoor and outdoor maintenance, inventory and food services.
• Provide input into meal scheduling and preparation, including food inventory.
• Ensure the security of the residence.
• Develop, implement, and maintain housekeeping areas and facility upkeep.
• Organize and oversee the preparation of meals.
• Accept responsibility of being on-call and carrying the residence pager.
• Accompany residents to appointments and community outings.
• Participate in staff and resident/staff meetings.
• Assist with the orientation and training of new staff and volunteers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Committed Living Wage Employer
• 2022 & 2023 Canadian Nonprofit Employer of Choice Award from NEOC
• 2023 High-Performance Culture Award from SupportingLines
• Career and personal development, with the ability to grow in a diverse range of programs and departments
• Access to On-Demand Pay to withdraw earned wages before payday
• Portability program where employees moving from a CSSEA-member employer to Connective will port their service hours for vacation and wage purposes (within last 12 months)
• Benefits enrollment as per the Collective Agreement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree