Residential Relief Worker

4 weeks ago


Peterborough, Canada John Howard Society of Peterborough Full time

**Purpose**

This position supports the Edgewood Men’s Residential Program. JHS Peterborough operates a 10-bed residential program, providing housing to male identified individuals experiencing homelessness and individuals reintegrating into the community post incarceration. The Residential Worker will provide support to clients in the residential program as well as maintain the safety and security of the premises.

**Job Duties**

As a Residential Worker, you will provide supervision, and ensure the safety and well-being of individuals living in the residence. The Residential Worker(s) provide staff coverage 24/7. Depending on the shift, tasks could include monitoring safety and security, conducting room checks, providing supports to residents as needed and reporting to authorities as required.

Observational Tasks
- Monitor safety and security of residence throughout shift
- Ensure doors are always locked
- Monitor in and out board ensuring only residents and staff are in the building
- Ensure residential rules are being adhered to
- Report observations at shift change, ensuring all staff are aware of any issues pertaining to the safety and wellbeing of residents and staff

Administration Tasks
- Review and maintain client observational binder and logs throughout shift
- Track & maintain all client-related data and activities in database.
- Monitor client medications
- Consult with relevant community partners pertaining to residents as needed
- Other duties as assigned by Manager

Best Practices and Accountability
- Stay informed of issues, information, & best practices re: housing and homelessness initiatives, mental health and addictions, community reintegration and community residential facilities
- Attend relevant staff meetings and training sessions.
- Adhere to standard professional guidelines and agency protocols on confidentiality.
- Follow all Health and Safety guidelines
- Engage in ongoing collaboration with teammates.
- Report any issues relating to safety and risk to Manager or agency Director
- Consult regularly with the Manager of Justice Services

**Qualifications**

Education, Training, and Professional Experience
- Post-secondary education in social services, criminology, community and justice services, psychology, or related field
- Two years’ work experience (minimum) relevant to social and/or justice services, preferably working with individuals experiencing precarious housing, homelessness, incarceration and/or conflict with the law
- certification in CPR/First Aid and NVCI an asset

Skills and Character
- Excellent observational and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent oral, listening, written, interpersonal, & conflict resolution skills.
- Strong computer skills, incl.: Microsoft Office, EMHware, etc.
- A deep understanding of the value of relationship-building.
- Actively seeks constructive feedback from colleagues, supervisors, volunteers, & others.
- Ability to work with diverse staff, client community, & a wide range of constituencies.
- Ability to work independently & take initiative.
- Strong ethics, integrity, & confidentiality consistent with the position

Transportation and Workspace
- **Must** have a driver’s license & access to a car.
- **Must** have vulnerable sector screening
- **Must** be able to work shift work
- Hours: up to 20 hours/ week: including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $22.56 per hour

Schedule:

- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- On call
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-11-02
Expected start date: 2024-11-11


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