Residential Care Worker

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory•Toronto, ON

6d•CA$20 - CA$30•Onsite

About The Position

To present a professional image of Hope Acres to both the public and the residents living within the facility, maintaining a high level of courtesy as well as accurateness in matters of clerical responsibility. To assure the security of the premises, the safety of the residents, and the smooth running of the building.

Requirements

Degree or Diploma in one of the Human Services professions
Keyboarding and demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office applications as well as email and internet applications
Pleasant, courteous and professional telephone manners
Respectful and professional towards clients, public, students and staff
Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality
Willingness to learn and accept supervision
Networking, referrals and strong knowledge of resources
Knowledge and experience with concurrent disorders
Knowledge of culturally competent practices
Knowledge and experience with data management systems and outcome measurements
Awareness and experience with marginalized and vulnerable populations
Basic First Aid/CPR Certification an asset
Proficient in English language, second language an asset
Training as a “Trained Person” under MOE Private Water System regulation and ability to conduct water testing as required.
Must have access to reliable transport or vehicle. No public transit available - rural location
Upon hiring, successful candidate must provide: A current Vulnerable Sector Screening acceptable to the Salvation Army.

Nice To Haves

Second language an asset
Basic First Aid/CPR Certification

Responsibilities

Monitor activities of clients as required
Provide any requested information, assist with Client orientation to guidelines and schedules
Oversee and assist with supervision of clients during daily tasks, as needed
Provide support, assistance & encouragement to clients
Perform all necessary clerical duties for client documentation (EMHware), log Book entries, sign Out Sheets, visitor information and other required forms
Make necessary referrals to other staff as needed
Make public announcements for clients or staff as necessary
Conduct scheduled rounds of all areas of property and be familiar with all required fire, health and safety measures and procedures.
Supervise fire evacuation and safety procedures during shift
Monitor client activities in smoking Area as required
Take client attendance at scheduled activities as required
Ensure that clients’ late-night snack is made available at scheduled time
Provide accurate and timely conduct reports on client activity to Program Coordinator
Answer, monitor telephone, routing calls to appropriate department(s) and staff
Conduct urine screening on clients as required, and at all times when a client returns to the property following a pass
Check packages and bags of clients returning from off-grounds activities
Attend all seminars, training sessions or staff meetings as required
Immediately notify the On-Call staff if clients are late when returning from pass, following a 15-minute grace period.
Contact the On-Call staff when any type of serious occurrence takes place
Complete other tasks as required