SUPPORTED INDEPENDENT LIVING - Community Resource Worker (PT)

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

1d•CA$17 - CA$23•Onsite

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 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.
Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
Shift work can include days, evenings, and weekends.
A valid Class 5 driver’s license and access to a vehicle is required.
Ability to provide personal care to participants as needed.
Ability to lift up to 30lbs regularly.
Ability to climb stairs.

Nice To Haves

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
Comfortable dealing with crisis situations, working with individuals who may be in conflict with the law and struggling with addictions.
May be required to sit or stand for long periods of time.