Housing Support Worker

3 weeks ago


Red Deer, Canada Schizophrenia Society of Alberta Full time

The Schizophrenia Society of Alberta (SSA) is a not-for-profit organization that improves quality-of-life for Albertans affected by schizophrenia and related disorders. Kentwood Place, located in Red Deer, is one of SSA’s 3 housing programs that provide housing for people living with serious mental illness.

The SSA has an exciting career opportunity for the position of casual Housing Support Worker at Kentwood Place. This housing program is owned and operated by SSA and provides 24hr, 7 days a week support to up to 25 tenants in partnership with Alberta Health Services.

Reporting to the Housing Manager, this position will provide one-to-one support to the tenants and will work collaboratively with the Kentwood team and case managers.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Ensures the core principals of PSR are met by direct practice, thereby enhancing the recovery process for clients
- Ensure in-depth working knowledge of the core principles of PSR and implements to enhance recovery processes
- Assist tenants in their development of goals and provide training in a wide range of independent living tasks
- In consultation wit the case manager, may provide support and/or basic information to family members related to mental illness and services/supports available in the community
- Fosters a psychosocial rehabilitation culture in all aspects of tenant-centered care
- Assists tenants in accessing community resources and professional services
- Observes and reports changes in tenant’s level of functioning (both physical and mental) and level of participation in activities to the case manager.
- Is familiar with the _Mental Health Act,_ The _Child Welfare Act_, the _Health Information Act,_ FOIPP, and other governing legislation
- Adheres to established protocols for safety, privacy and confidentiality

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Diploma or Degree in Related Health field
- 3 years minimum experience in a similar environment
- Experience in working with people living with schizophrenia or other related mental health disorders
- Experience in facilitating courses or group activities
- Excellent computer and time management skills
- Demonstrates professionalism in interacting with individuals, families and community stakeholders

Casual hours

Compensation: $18.50 per hour

Only those applicants considered for an interview will be contacted. _**No phone calls please**_

**Job Type**: Casual

**Salary**: $18.50 per hour

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Red Deer, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: One location



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