Community Connector

Good Shepherd Centres•Hamilton, ON

1d•CA$30 - CA$33•Onsite

About The Position

This opportunity is with our Good Shepherd – Seniors at Risk Program. Good Shepherd Centres Hamilton, a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, strives to enhance the quality of life for all who seek assistance and support in our community. The Seniors at Risk in Hamilton (SaRiH) program supports vulnerable seniors by helping them access essential services, resources, and community supports while promoting health, safety, wellness, and independence.

Requirements

A post-secondary degree/diploma in Social Work, Social Services, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in human and/or health services.
Knowledge of case management, assessment, crisis intervention, harm reduction, trauma-informed care, anti-oppressive practice, and motivational interviewing.
Extensive knowledge of community resources and services, social and environmental determinants of health, and community development.
Excellent knowledge of provincial legislation and processes to support persons who are victims of abuse, including the Office of the Public Guardian & Trustee.
Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, organizational, and computer skills.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
CPR/First Aid certification.
Valid Ontario driver's license and access to a vehicle insured for work purposes are required.
Committed to anti-racist/anti-oppressive practice and to the mission and values of Good Shepherd.
Demonstrated understanding of workplace health and safety practices and an employee's responsibility under current legislation.
Proficient in computer software such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Good organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload.
Demonstrated commitment to professional continuing education.

Nice To Haves

Fluency in a language in addition to English is an asset.

Responsibilities

Provide individualized home and community-based support to vulnerable seniors.
Work collaboratively with clients, care teams, and community partners.
Help clients identify their needs and goals, develop care plans, access community resources, and overcome barriers to care.
Provide case management, referrals, advocacy, system navigation, crisis prevention and intervention, accompaniment to appointments and community activities, and support with activities of daily living.
Demonstrate a commitment to providing services in a dignified, culturally competent, anti-oppressive, and respectful manner.
Participate in Good Shepherd's Health and Safety programs and procedures.
Work in compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations to minimize risk to clients, staff and others as well as to the property of Good Shepherd.