SUPPORTED CLUSTER HOUSING -Community Resource Worker (PT, Term)
About The Position
New Directions is a social service agency offering a wide range of resources and services that foster people’s hopes and dreams in their communities. Supported Cluster Housing (SCH) is one of the many services offered by New Directions. Cluster Housing 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. We are currently seeking a Community Resource Worker to join our team. This is a part-time, 3-month term position with 24 hours per week. The schedule includes working overnight shifts on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 11pm to 7am.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum 1 year of experience working with people with intellectual disabilities is required.
- Effective problem-solving ability & strong communication skills.
- The ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
- A valid Class 5 driver’s license and access to a vehicle is required.
- Criminal Record and Adult/Child Abuse Registry Checks will be conducted.
- Must supply a current driver’s abstract when a Driver’s License is required.
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.
- Experience working with people with mental health barriers preferred.
- First Aid/CPR and NVCI training will be provided.
Responsibilities
- Monitoring and securing housing buildings to ensure the safety of all tenants
- Supporting individuals through crisis situations, and who may be in conflict with the law and struggling with addictions.
- Ensuring visitors do not enter the buildings.
- Responding to crisis situations and/or contacting 911 (if visitors do not leave or in case of emergency).
- Ensuring tenants do not damage the property.
- Conducting thorough regular and exit walk throughs of the buildings, reporting anything out of the ordinary, and ensuring doors are all locked, and the areas are secure.
- Completing detailed reports and shift logs upon completion of every shift.
- Empowering individuals to maintain independent living situations in a cluster housing model.
Benefits
- Part of the UFCW Local 832 Union Collective Agreement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
