Pt - Residence Support Worker, Justice (Summer
3 weeks ago
Connective is a dynamic non-profit organization that provides innovative programming in the social services sector. We strive to create safe, healthy, and inclusive communities for all.
ROLE PURPOSE
This position will provide support to residents who are transitioning from correctional institutions to the community, easing their transition and assisting in their reintegration efforts. You will work with residents according to their individual risk and needs, maintain the goals of the federal program, and ensure the orderly and safe operation of the facility.
STATUS
- This is an exempt position.
- This is a temporary Summer 2023 position for 8 weeks.
- This position is open to applicants of all genders.
HOURS
- Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week
- Hours will be worked during the daytime and will be negotiated at time of hire
- This position requires the ability to work flexible hours based on operational needs.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Program
- Interviews clients to prepare care plans and background information for which confidentiality is required
- Under the general guidance of the Program Manager, assumes a primary or key worker role with assigned resident(s) as required
- Provides input to the Program Manager and/or other staff with regard to the development of appropriate care plans to achieve the resident’s objectives
- Is cognizant of, and works towards the implementation of the care plan established for each resident
- Meets with each resident on a routine basis to discuss progress and plan future interventions
- Assists the Program Manager and/or other staff in the identification of potential problems and reports any difficulties
- When assigned, participates in social, recreational, employment, educational and other programs as appropriate to assist the resident’s case/care plan
- Contributes to the evaluation of the resident’s progress and makes both written and oral reports to be available to the remainder of the staff team
- Maintains client files including statement of goals, case/care plans, summaries, case notes, reviews and closing reports
- Develops and maintains an in-house resource area containing current information/brochures of programs and services which are available to residents
- Ensures residents are in compliance with the terms of their residency and are aware of the rules of the facility
- Acts as an on-site advocate for each resident
- Provides emotional support and feedback to residents and their families
- As appropriate, supports residents towards integration and normal functioning within the community
- Acts as a positive role model for clients, providing life skills training and behaviour management as appropriate
- Provides access to medications and monitors medication use as required
- As necessary, provides transportation and assists residents to attend appointments
- With other residence staff plans, develops and delivers in-house programs to address the needs of the residents
- Identifies social, economic, recreational, employment and educational services in the community that will meet the needs of the client
- Maintains effective liaison with other agencies, professionals, government officials and the community in order to contribute to the success of the case/care plan of the resident
Residential
- Supervises the activities of the residence, its residents and volunteers, while on shift including maintaining case notes and the logbook
- Along with the other residence staff, monitors and ensures effective operation of the facility including quality control concerning cleaning equipment, indoor and outdoor maintenance, inventory and food services
- Provides input into meal scheduling and preparation, including food inventory
- Ensures the security of the residence
- As assigned, is responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining housekeeping areas and the upkeep of the facility both inside and outside by involving the residents in this process when deemed appropriate
- As assigned, is responsible for the weekly grocery shopping for the residence by involving the residents in this process
- As assigned, assists with the details of the operation of the facility, including but not limited to administrative support
- As assigned, organizes and oversees the preparation of meals by involving the residents in this process
- As required, accompanies residents to appointments and community outings, following the restrictions imposed by the courts/review panels
- Participates in staff and resident/staff meetings
LEARNING OUTCOMES
- Understanding of providing service to people with different learning abilities
- Learn to develop programs tailored to the particular diverse needs of the individual served
- Working with clients with a history of conflict with the law, developmental disabilities and/or spectrum disorders, interaction with social agencies and experiencing psychiatric/personality disorders
- Gain experience in assessment, case/care plan development a
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