Community Worker

2 weeks ago

Kingston, Canada Kingston Home Base Non-Profit Housing Inc. Full time

About Home Base Housing

Home Base Housing is in the business of ending homelessness. We do this by caring and providing individual wrap around services delivered by case managers to the vulnerably housed and homeless. With over 22 properties under our management we provide emergency, transitional and supportive housing, for youth, families and single adults, a housing help centre, street outreach, One Roof

Community Worker
- One Roof

Reports to: One Roof
- Supervisor

Overview

The Community Worker - One Roof program is responsible for providing experiential education in order to help youth develop new skills to gain confidence and self
- esteem. The food literacy program will help youth develop their skills for independent living, healthy eating, and potential employment opportunities in the food industry.

Add drop in overview

DESCRIPTION

The Community Worker - One Roof is responsible for the following tasks:

- Create an inviting experience for the youth accessing drop-in;
- Support the drop-in program and admin assistant in day-to-day operations of the drop-in space;
- Identify and connect youth in need to service;
- Address crisis situations in the drop-in as needed;
- Promoting safety and security at the location at all times, taking action as required
- Assessing and providing solutions to ongoing food insecurity needs and gaps in service delivery of high
- risk and vulnerable youth;
- Maintain an updated data inventory of food resources;
- Produce regular communications to internal and external audiences on the types of food programs being provided;
- Work with volunteer groups to coordinate the delivery of food and nutrition services;
- Provide information sessions on how to prepare and consume gut healthy meals and snacks;
- Developing and administering programs aimed at increasing client’s food literacy and self efficacy in the kitchen;
- Ensuring the kitchen and dining area are cleaned and sanitized in an appropriate fashion as per One Roof and Government of Ontario Policies;
- Creating a weekly meal plan that can be followed;
- Purchasing or acquiring the groceries necessary to provide gut healthy meal options and snacks on a budget;
- Maintain data on number of persons in attendance and activities
- Completing other duties as assigned by One Roof Program Supervisor or Manager.

Required skills and Knowledge
- Knowledge of the operating standards for the One Roof Program and the program’s expected client outcomes.
- Knowledge and experience developing and implementing projects aimed at increasing food literacy amongst transitional aged youth.
- Knowledge of and ability to teach youth about food allergies and safe food handling practices.
- Experience developing and administering programming aimed at increasing food literacy.
- Knowledge of resources in the community for youth and families who are experiencing complex needs, skilled at brokering services for client appropriate to the responsibilities of the job.
- Knowledge of issues affecting transitional aged youth.
- Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to set and maintain boundaries.
- Ability to integrate harm reduction approaches as appropriate in daily interactions with clients.
- Ability to use assertive engagement techniques as appropriate in interactions with the client.
- Ability to identify and assess risk and implement strategies which minimize risk to self, the client, and others.
- Knowledge of and adherence to privacy legislation and policies within the organization related to confidentiality of client information.
- Strong problem solving, conflict resolution, and mediation skills within a solution-focused framework.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- The ability to negotiate and mediate difficult situations and produce positive results.
- Ability to function as a participating member of the team and understand the work of the team as part of a broader system to help reduce youth crime in the city of Kingston.
- Ability to coach on the principles and interventions required in the One Roof program.
- Ability to collaborate with Indigenous Elder and other stakeholders to provide culturally appropriate meals to participants;
Qualifications and Requirements
- university degree or community college diploma in a related discipline
- minimum three years work experience in human services
- possess a valid Driver’s License and have access to a reliable vehicle, with appropriate insurance
- Ontario Government approved Food Handling Certificate
- Non-violent Crisis Intervention Training or related training
- First Aid and CPR
- CPIC - vulnerable sector required prior to employment

Hours of Work
- 35 hours per week
- variable shifts Monday - Friday, 8: 30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

August 2023

**Job Types**: Full-time, Contract
Contract length: 6 months

**Salary**: From $41,200.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Paid time off

Schedule:

- Day shift

Application question(s):

- Do you have

  • Harm Reduction Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Kingston, Canada Trellis HIV & Community Care Full time

    **Harm Reduction Worker - PT/CASUAL** Trellis HIV & Community Care, in partnership with Street Health Centre as part of Kingston Community Health Centres (KCHC), is working in solidarity, to provide support twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, within an Integrated Care model. Trellis HIV & Community Care is inviting you to join our heart-led harm...

  • Harm Reduction Worker

    7 days ago

    Kingston, Canada Trellis HIV & Community Care Full time

    **Harm Reduction Worker - FULL TIME - OVERNIGHT** Trellis HIV & Community Care, in partnership with Street Health Centre, a part of Kingston Community Health Centres (KCHC), is working in solidarity to provide support twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, within an Integrated Care model. Trellis HIV & Community Care is inviting you to join our...

  • Harm Reduction Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Kingston, Canada Trellis HIV & Community Care Full time

    **Harm Reduction Worker - FULL-TIME - Day/Evenings** Trellis HIV & Community Care, in partnership with Street Health Centre as part of Kingston Community Health Centres (KCHC), is working in solidarity, to provide support twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, within an Integrated Care model. Trellis HIV & Community Care is inviting you to join our...

  • Crisis Worker

    7 days ago

    Kingston, Canada Addiction & Mental Health Services - KFLA Full time

    _We are seeking Crisis Workers who are enthusiastic and passionate about opportunities to work with individuals in the community. Our Crisis Workers are key members of many frontline teams, including Safe Bed, MCRRT, MCIT, and mobile outreach. This role contributes to the support of our clients in providing invaluable services to individuals with addictions...

  • Crisis Worker

    5 days ago

    Kingston, Canada Addiction & Mental Health Services - KFLA Full time

    _We are seeking Crisis Workers who are enthusiastic and passionate about opportunities to work with individuals in the community. Our Crisis Workers are key members of many frontline teams, including Safe Bed, MCRRT, MCIT, and mobile outreach. This role contributes to the support of our clients in providing invaluable services to individuals with addictions...

  • Crisis Worker

    16 hours ago

    Kingston, Canada Addiction & Mental Health Services - KFLA Full time

    _We are seeking Crisis Workers who are enthusiastic and passionate about opportunities to work with individuals in the community. Our Crisis Workers are key members of many frontline teams, including Safe Bed, MCRRT, and mobile outreach. This role contributes to the support of our clients in providing invaluable services to individuals with addictions and/or...

  • Community Service Worker

    5 days ago

    Kingston, Canada Independent Living Centre Kingston Full time

    Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years - Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years - or equivalent experience **Tasks**: - Obtain information and prepare reports or case histories - Administrative and office activities - Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services - Assess...

  • Social Service Worker

    5 days ago

    Kingston, Canada Providence Care Full time

    **Job Code: 8518** **Status**: Full Time **Location**: Providence Care Hospital **Union**: OPSEU 4104 Service Clerical **Wage**: $31.11 - $32.24 **Posting Period: July 21, 2023 - July 30, 2023** Reporting to the Manager, Access to Care and Transitions, the Social Service Worker is responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of social service...

  • Casual Yj Worker

    3 days ago

    Kingston, Canada St. Lawrence Youth Association Full time

    **Casual Residential Youth Justice Workers** ***To assist youth in conflict with the law, 12 to 17 years of age, in a secure custody facility. University degree preferred and/or community college diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution in psychology, criminology, social work, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and...

  • Community Outreach Counsellor

    7 days ago

    Kingston, Canada Resolve Counselling Full time

    **POSTING DATE**: May 2, 2024 **POSTING NUMBER**: 20240502 **TITLE**:COMMUNITY OUTREACH COUNSELLOR** **DEPARTMENT**: CLINICAL & COMMUNITY SERVICES **HOURS OF WORK**: Part-time **EFFECTIVE**:IMMEDIATELY **UNION**: OPSEU **LOCATION**: Fairmont Home Long Term Care Facility **SUMMARY OF DUTIES**: The **Community Outreach Counsellor (Long Term Care) **assists...

  • Temporary Full-time Crisis Worker

    3 days ago

    Kingston, Canada Addiction & Mental Health Services - KFLA Full time

    **Job Summary**: The Crisis Worker functions as a member of the inter-professional crisis services team working in the 24/7 safe bed program, answering the crisis lines as well as providing mobile response to individuals in crisis in the community. The Crisis Worker provides effective crisis intervention, de-escalation and stabilization to individuals...

  • Full-time Key Worker

    3 days ago

    Kingston, Canada Springview Full time

    **Position Description**:This position, under the direction of SVRS Supervisor, Program Manager and Director, requires a flexible work schedule to meet the resident’s needs. This will include day, evening, overnight awake and overnight sleeper shifts (weekdays and weekends). Key worker should be able to work these on short notice. In emergency situations...

  • Golf Course Worker

    4 days ago

    Kingston, Canada CFMWS Full time

    **WHO WE ARE** The Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS) supports the Canadian Armed Forces members and their families wherever they are in the world through the provision of fitness, recreation and leisure activities, family and charitable support, retail as well as personal financial services. We offer our employees the opportunity to work...

  • Mental Health Counsellor

    5 days ago

    Kingston, Canada Kingston Community Health Centres Full time

    **Title** **Mental Health Counsellor** Location Napanee Reports to Director, Community Services and Partnerships Position Type Permanent, 1.0 FTE (35 hours/week) Start Date Immediately Salary $34.25 - $40.29 per hour **Position Summary**: Under the direction of the Director, Regional Services and Partnerships and the Inter-Professional Care Team...

  • Exterior Sheet Metal Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Kingston, Canada Blue Spruce Metals Inc. Full time

    **Blue Spruce Metals Inc.** is looking for skilled workers to join our crew full-time. Catering to Kingston and surrounding areas, we are a very busy exteriors sheet metal company that specializes in roofing, siding, and custom sheet metal work. *Please note this is NOT an HVAC position and does not require welding* - Construction experience - A general...

  • Maintenance Worker

    4 days ago

    Kingston, Canada Addiction & Mental Health Services - KFLA Full time

    **Job Summary**: Reporting to the Property Operations Manager, the Maintenance Worker is responsible for performing a variety of maintenance repairs and tasks in both residential and office buildings, and to communicate with the members of the maintenance team, other staff and tenants. The incumbent will be required to be flexible to assigned days of...

  • Greenhouse Nursery Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Kingston, Canada Jplant Full time

    Position Title: Greenhouse Nursery Worker - Weekend Watering Assistant Organization: Jplant Location: Napanee, Ontario Contract Duration: 5-month duration from May 8th, 2023 to October 2nd, 2023. Seasonal. Hours: 16-20 hours per week Wage: $16.50 per hour Jplant is a propagation nursery located just north of the 401 in Napanee, Ontario. We propagate,...

  • Child and Youth Contract Worker

    3 weeks ago

    Kingston, Canada Bridgeway Family Homes Full time

    **Casual Job Posting** Bridgeway Support Services, a division of Bridgeway Family Homes, is seeking highly-skilled Child and Youth Workers to support families, children, and youth who are experiencing a range of social, emotional, behavioral, and academic challenges through a goal-focused service. You will be part of a team and your role will be to provide...

  • Developmental Service Worker

    4 days ago

    Kingston, Canada Christian Horizons Full time

    Work Term: Permanent - Work Language: English - Hours: 16 to 34 hours per week - Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate - Experience: 1 to less than 7 months - or equivalent experience **Work setting**: - Group home - Work in employer's/client's home **Tasks**: - Administrative and office activities - Assess client's relevant skill...

  • Communications Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Kingston, Canada PSAC Local 901 Full time

    Temporary, Part time Communications Specialist, PSAC 901 **Position Title**: Communications Specialist (Contractor) - _ **Position Posted**: July 12, 2023 **Application Deadline**: 11:59 pm, July 30, 2023 **Start Date**: August 14, 2023, Negotiable **Workplace Location**: Remote work/Queen’s University, Kingston, Ontario **Description**: The Public...