Ft Floating Support Worker

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 casework and clinical support to residents of Connective’s programs, as well as the establishment and operations of the Ministry of Child and Family Development (MCFD) funded programs for youth and children, in order to enhance their quality of life, to ensure the orderly and safe operation of the facility, and to maintain the goals of the counselling and/or rehabilitative plans.

STATUS
Unionized. This position is open to applicants of all genders. This is a 3-month temporary position with the opportunity to extend it to 6 months. This is a pilot position and is therefore without prejudice and precedence setting.

HOURS (40 HOURS PER WEEK)
Thursday to Monday, 1600-0000
This position requires the ability to work hour variations from 1400-2200 or 1800-0200 based on the region’s operational needs. Shift variations will be communicated 24-hours prior to shift start.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Provides input to the Program Manager and/or other staff regarding the development of appropriate care plans to achieve residents’ objectives
- Ensures residents follow the terms of their residency and are aware of the rules of the facility
- Provides emotional support and feedback to residents and their families
- When assigned, participates in social, recreational, employment, educational and other programs as appropriate to assist residents’ case/care plans
- Acts as a positive role model for residents, providing life skills training and behaviour management as appropriate
- As appropriate, supports residents towards integration and healthy functioning within the community
- Acts as an on-site advocate for each resident
- Administers and monitors client medication
- As required, accompanies residents to appointments and community outings
- Other duties may be assigned from time to time
- As assigned, is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining housekeeping areas and the upkeep of the facility both inside and outside; involves the residents in this process when deemed appropriate

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
- A Diploma, preferably in behavioural sciences, social work, human services, psychology, child & youth care, community social services or equivalent with one-year related experience
- Experience working with adults, children, and youth with multiple diagnoses such as autism spectrum disorders, FASD, ADHD, trauma, and complex behavioral challenges
- Experience supporting adults, children and youth who may have significant developmental delays, intellectual, emotional, and social challenges, and multi-barriered families
- Ability to work with challenging and aggressive behaviours calmly and effectively
- Ability to work effectively in the conditions of a specialized home environment that may include handling aggressive clients, body fluids and/or other undesirable situations
- Ability to provide support to adults, children, and youth in self-cleaning, hygiene, and daily life-skills
- Knowledge of theory, principles, and practices in the fields related to the residence
- Ability to manage time efficiently, high level of accuracy, and attention to detail
- Ability to establish and maintain effective and professional working relationships with families, other team members, clients, partners and stakeholders
- Strong communication skills (listening, verbal and written)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical requirements outlined below are non-specific to the position, as such, there may be additional tasks required. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities through our accommodation process.
- Ability to walk up and down stairs
- Ability to operate a motor vehicle
- Ability to move items weighing up to 50 pounds
- Ability to perform First Aid, CPR, and Naloxone administration
- Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time
- Ability to complete general housekeeping duties (i.e., sweeping, mopping, wiping areas, laundry, changing light bulbs)

**REQUIREMENTS**:

- Ability to successfully complete a Children and Vulnerable Persons Criminal Records and Ministry of Child and Family Development Clearance Check
- Ability to successfully pass a reference check
- Current Emergency First Aid Certificate
- Valid class 5 driver’s license
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination
- Evidence of compliance with province’s immunization and tuberculosis control programs
- Personal transportation that is in good repair, insured for business up to $1,000,000 for liability, and which can be used to transport residents

COMPENSATION
As Connective is a unionized environment, the starting wage will range between 25.05 and 32.51 per hour. Plus benefits enrollment as per the Collective Agreement. Please note that the wage will correspond to the prog