Support Worker Ii, Full-time, Contract, Afternoon/evening

**George Spady Society**

The George Spady Society is recognized as a leader in the development and delivery of effective services for the care, treatment, and support of individuals with substance-related disorders and dual diagnoses. People who come to us find dignity, hope and healing as they set a new path towards health and well-being. George Spady Society provides a continuum of support services supporting people with complex life circumstances associated with substance-related and concurrent disorders and homelessness, empowering them to improve their lives through client-centered, evidence-based best practices.

**Description of Duties and Responsibilities**

The Support Worker II will work day, weekend, evening and overnight shifts. Their role will involve ensuring the basic rules are followed and the building is a safe, secure environment. The Support Workers will follow the policies and procedures and will follow the direction of the on-duty Shift Supervisor.
- Support Worker II will provide support, advocacy, and information and after-hours support to the residents. They will sensitively and appropriately assist residents meet their personal care needs to a high standard, including assistance with laundry, and preparing meals.
- The Support Worker II will assist residents to take any prescribed medications, and comply with all medication administration policies, including storage, handling, medication administration, and record keeping.
- The Support Worker II will enable residents to achieve independence as far as possible in all areas of their life by providing appropriate information, opportunity, training, and support. They will help residents to identify and choose their support needs. They will also assist in implementing and reviewing care plans.

**Position Requirements**
- An open, accepting, and non-judgmental attitude with an ability to build rapport with clients and staff
- Experience working with people with complex life circumstances associated with substance-related disorders, mental health issues, mobility issues and homelessness
- Basic understanding of harm reduction principles based on dignity, hope and healing as individuals move forward towards improved health and well-being
- Demonstrates understanding of the addictions field
- Knowledge of referrals resources and health services available for vulnerable populations
- Understanding of inner-city issues
- Valid Vulnerable Sector Police Information Check
- Will be familiar with recommendations from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) as well as Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW).
- Vehicle maybe needed for work so $2 Million liability insurance is required
- Valid First Aid, CPR, AED certification

**Hours of Work**: Monday to Friday, 3:45 pm to 12:15 am.
- **We would like to thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.**_

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 8 months

Pay: From $21.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Application question(s):

- Do you have knowledge and experience with Harm Reduction, Addictions and Trauma Informed Care principles and Best Practices?

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Mental Health and Addictions: 1 year (required)
- working in a residential setting: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Driver's License (preferred)
- First Aid, CPR, AED Certification (required)
- current Police with Vulnerable Sector check (required)

Work Location: In person