SUPPORTED INDEPENDENT LIVING -Community Resource Worker (Casual)

New Directions for Children, Youth, Adults, and Families•Winnipeg, MB

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

New Directions is a non-profit social service agency offering a wide range of resources and services that provide supports in a variety of settings and foster people’s hopes and dreams in their communities. The organization’s mission is to provide responsive and individualized services that foster the hopes and dreams of people and their communities. Throughout the organization, staff and leadership work in many fields and in variety of shifts to deliver quality service and supports. Supported Independent Living (S.I.L.) is one of the many services offered by New Directions. S.I.L. provides independent living supports to people who may have intellectual disabilities and/or mental health issues, and who experience barriers to living independently in the community.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience working with people with intellectual disabilities
Effective problem-solving ability & strong communication skills
The ability to work independently and as a part of a team
Ability to work shift work; including days, evenings, and weekends
A valid Class 5 driver’s license and access to a vehicle are requirements
Ability to provide personal care to participants is sometimes a job requirement
Successful candidate will be subject to Criminal Record, Child/Adult Abuse Registry, and Prior Contact checks.
Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their Driver’s License and a current Driver’s Abstract.

Nice To Haves

Preference will be given to candidates with post-secondary education in the area(s) of disability services, addictions, mental health, and related education
Knowledge of FASD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Schizophrenia, Borderline Personalities, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder would be an asset

Responsibilities

Empowering individuals to gain and maintain independent living situations (apartments, rooming houses etc.)
Assisting with apartment management, liaising with landlords, and Employment and Income Assistance (EIA)
Grocery shopping and budgeting
Assisting with access to medical care and other community resources
Applicants must be comfortable dealing with crisis situations, working with individuals who may be in conflict with the law and struggling with addictions.