Clinical Support Worker

Lookout Housing and Health Society•Vancouver, BC

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Support Worker (CSW) reports to Site Manager and works in accordance with the mission and philosophy of Lookout Housing and Health Society, including following Lookout’s Code of Ethics. The CSW works with residents to provide assistance, support, education, and skill training. The role aims to help residents maintain and develop greater independence and stability, with the goal of achieving a healthier and more independent living arrangement. This position is within a licensed, sober, second-stage, residential adult male home. Lookout Housing and Health Society provides housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. The organization places minimal barriers between the people they serve and their services, recognizing their challenges in meeting basic needs and goals.

Requirements

Related Diploma or Certificate or minimum Grade 12 education, plus two (2) year of recent related experience or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Familiarity with community resources, particularly addiction, mental health and harm reduction
Must have current OFA 1 First Aid Certificate
Ability to work independently or in a team setting
Strong ability to manage stress and organize workload
Excellent communication, writing and documentation and organizational skills
Understands and maintain clientele/worker boundaries
Ability to work with disadvantaged and challenging adults in a diverse environment
Quick learner and self-motivated
Strong physical and mental ability to perform work tasks and operate job related equipment
Minimum of two years sobriety required
Criminal Record Clearance – vulnerable sector

Nice To Haves

Crisis Intervention Skills Training an asset
Class 4 driver's License an asset

Responsibilities

Will participate in resident intake and provide support services and assessment
Will identify challenges for resident and develop service plans, crisis intervention, administer finances and medication
Ensure that basic needs are met by working closely with the individual on a long-term, ongoing basis
Complete required paper work and maintain statistical and evaluative data
Assist with volunteers and practicum students on site
Some external work is likely to occur. Use of an automobile may at times be useful
Case planning
Employees are expected to remain alert and attentive during working hours. Sleeping during shifts is not permitted
Responsible for complying with and contributing to all aspects of health and safety program
Other duties as required