Emergency Shelter Caseworker

2 months ago

Fort St John, Canada The Salvation Army Fort St John Full time

**Employment Opportunity - Posting**
**The Salvation Army - Fort St John B.C.**

**Job Title**:Emergency Shelter Caseworker **Competition #**:5270 - CW - FT
**Ministry Unit/Dept**:Fort St. John **Status**:Full Time
**Salary**:$ 25.27 **Date Posted**:January 23, 2024

**Address**:9824 99 Ave **Posting Expires**:Once filled
**Applications Accepted By**:
**Attention: HR Department**

**Please no phone calls.**

**MISSION AND VALUES**:
The Salvation Army is an international Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible; its ministry is motivated by love for God and the needs of humanity.

**Mission Statement**
The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

**Core Values**

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda has four core values:
**Hope**: We give hope through the power of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
**Service**: We reach out to support others without discrimination.
**Dignity**: We respect and value each other, recognizing everyone’s worth.
**Stewardship**: We responsibly manage the resources entrusted to us.

**JOB DESCRIPTION**:
**POSITION PURPOSE SUMMARY**:
The Emergency Shelter Caseworker provides supervision and support for guests as required by The Salvation Army and funding contract policies and procedures.

**BASIC FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Monitors the environment and clients/residents to ensure safety and security; completes regular client/resident status checks and room searches as required
- Develops and implements case management of assigned guests in establishing goals, monitoring progress and liaising with outside agencies to provide client care
- Provides safe storage and recording of prescribed medications
- Coordinates and facilitates resident programming as required
- Performs intake and discharge procedures for clients/residents as assigned
- Monitors appropriate behavior; intervenes in crisis situations, provides emotional support and advocacy as required
- Engages in the development of inter-personal relationships that promote dignity and respect
- Conducts all required shift change procedures prior to and after shift change
- Performs other duties as assigned

**QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS**:

- *NOTE: For some jobs, you may be required to provide validated educational documentation. _
**Education/Certifications**:

- Minimum 2 years of college in a relevant field of study
- An alternative level of education and experience may be accepted
- First Aid/CPR certification
- Non-Violent Crisis Training will be considered an asset

**Experience**:

- The incumbent must have one year but less than three years of prior related experience, including frontline casework in social service environment.

**Required Skills/Knowledge**:

- Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills.
- Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility.
- Excellent documentation and case management skills

**SCHEDULE: Thursday - Monday, Hours TBD with Supervisor**
**PREFERRED SKILLS/CAPABILITIES**:
The performance of the job requires continuously monitoring the environment, frequently interacting with clients, attentive listening and observation of body language, and moderate attention when recording information.
- Background check consent
- A clear vulnerable sector screening
- A clean drivers abstract
- Completion of our online Praesidium Abuse Training and required Health and Safety training.

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world. Each position contributes to the mission of The Salvation Army.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $25.27 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- RRSP match

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Every Weekend

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

**Education**:

- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- First Aid Certification (required)

Ability to Commute:

- Fort St. John, BC V1J 5A5 (required)

Work Location: In person

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