Caseworker Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Working towards a diploma in a related human services field
• 6 months experience working with youth
• Knowledge of harm reduction, addictions and strength-based philosophy
• Strong communication and relationship building skills
• Able to work within a team and effectively deal with crisis situations
• Able to work shift work including weekends, holidays and awake overnights
• Valid Standard First Aid and CPR certification
• Criminal Record Check and Child Intervention Check
• General computer knowledge (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook)
• A criminal record will not disqualify you from employment with us; we evaluate each application individually

Nice To Haves

• Diploma or degree in a related human services field
• Certification in Suicide Intervention and Crisis Intervention Prevention
• Experience working in residential programs

Responsibilities

• Completion of accurate written daily documentation (log book entries, contact notes, incident reports, medication book entries)
• Completion of referral and intake documentation
• Deliver services in a client centered, strength-based approach consistent with unit philosophy
• Adapt services to meet the needs of diverse populations as per unit policy
• Conduct intake interviews
• Build collaborative relationships with youth
• Role model life skills, social skills, communication skills and conflict resolution
• Support youth to achieve goals as defined on their individual goal plans
• Encourage youth to engage in healthy lifestyle alternatives
• Transparently address current challenges with the youth
• Role model and assist the youth with self-advocacy
• Deliver services in accordance with unit and agency policies and procedures
• Ensure youth are aware of and understand House rules and respond accordingly
• Maintain a safe, secure environment
• Communicate pertinent information to supervisor and other staff as necessary
• Ensure maintenance and cleanliness of unit and property
• Liaise with guardians, program partners and other professionals
• Maintain positive relationships with community members (neighbors, visitors etc.) and report significant challenges/incidents to supervisor immediately
• Contribute to a positive culture by assisting and supporting colleagues as needed and encourage and teach others about the unit’s operations
• Practice agency mission, vision, values and guiding principles
• Maintain positive, professional working relationships with colleagues
• Participate in unit staff meetings
• Participate in core agency and additional ongoing training opportunities as directed and approved
• As directed by supervisor

Benefits

• Part-Time Health Spending Account (based on a minimum number of hours)