Asleep Overnight Worker

3 days ago

Nanaimo BC VS Z, Canada Island Crisis Care Society Full time $35,000 - $55,000 per year

Posting date:

Closing date:

Schedule line: SAH-06

Hours per week: 16

Schedule: Friday and Saturday 11pm-7am

Classification: Asleep Overnight Worker

Grid level: 5

Please note: This position is open to all qualified applicants and requires union membership.

Organizational Focus

Since 1989, Island Crisis Care Society has operated with a missional heart to support the most vulnerable in our community; to meet individuals in need, where they are and without judgement and aim to restore hope, dignity, and community connections in meaningful ways. While we continue to grow with new and innovative programs that seek to meet the diverse needs of those we serve, we remain faithful to our founding mission to "Provide shelter and care to those in need, reflecting the love of God in loving one another".

Within our large team of front line, management, and administrative staff, we seek to develop the core values of care, compassion and heart found in the faith-centered roots of our organization by building an inclusive team that reflects our diverse community so that we can serve those in need in relevant and meaningful ways.

Position Purpose

As a key member of the program team, the Asleep Overnight Worker supports the program by being on site during overnight hours and waking to attend to unusual circumstances as required. Provides assistance with morning and evening routines.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Sleeps through the night hours and is required to wake in order to attend to unusual night-time needs that arise with the clients.

  2. Supports clients with the household morning and evening routines such as meal preparation, cues and reminders, and basic housekeeping.

  3. Distribute medication and supervises clients to administer their medication in accordance with established policy, Assisted Living Regulations, and each client's individual care plan.

  4. Ensures that residents follow house rules.

  5. Responds to emergencies in accordance with established policies and procedures.

  6. Completes related records such as logbooks, charts and incident reports.

  7. Secures the building by arming alarms and locking doors and windows.

  8. Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications
Education
  • Grade 12
Training and Experience
  • Three (3) months recent related experience. Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Competencies

Core Competencies

  • Heart
  • Compassion
  • Integrity

Specialized Competencies

  • Calmness
  • Client Orientation
  • Conscientiousness
  • Hospitality
  • Boundary Strength

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Possesses a high level of knowledge regarding substance use disorders, mental health challenges, treatment, and recovery and is familiar with and understands the "Housing First" model and the importance of bio-psycho-social-spiritual support in addressing these challenges.
  • Follows and practices protocols and procedures consistently and faithfully and maintains effective routines;
  • Has a firm awareness of and maintains healthy boundaries and practices and demonstrates self-care.
  • Is able to understand and contribute to the therapeutic culture of ICCS within their own position and team.
  • Has a demonstrated ability to manage and balance role responsibilities and interpersonal dynamics in a fast paced, high-pressure environment.

Benefits of Working with ICCS

Come see what we have to offer:

  • Casual dress
  • Free training through the Homelessness Services Association of BC

Regular full-time and part-time employees may be eligible for:

  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Health and Dental Benefits Package
  • Extended Health Benefits Package
  • Participation in Municipal Pension Plan
  • Wellness program

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