Case Worker

The Salvation Army; Brantford; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Brantford is seeking a dedicated individual for a role at their 24-hour men's hostel and correctional residence facility. The ideal candidate will have a background in social services, excellent communication skills, and a passion for helping others. This position involves maintaining a caseload, assessing client needs, and collaborating with community resources to support individuals in their transition. Shift work is required, with hours primarily on weekends.

Benefits

Reasonable accommodation upon request

Qualifications

• Experience working with socially disadvantaged people.
• Current WHMIS, First Aid, CPR, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention certificates.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an active caseload and complete intake assessments.
• Provide problem solving/referral counselling to clients.
• Record activities and incidents during shifts.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Education

University/College diploma in Social Service

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

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.

Job Description:

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

The Brantford Booth Centre is a 50 bed emergency men’s hostel and Correctional Residence Facility, offering room and board to men who requires transitional housing and federal release programs. It is a 24 hour operation.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be in agreement and comply with the Mission Statement of The Salvation Army Booth Centre, Brantford.
• University/College diploma in Social Service and/or a combination of education and related life experience.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills and effective interpersonal skills
• Competent on word processing equipment, such as Windows XP, Microsoft Office, Excel.

• Ability to work with socially disadvantaged people who may often harbour resentment and anger.
• Ability to work with federal release clients to develop and carry out a life plan.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and implement goals and plans for self and clients.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and under supervision.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Community-based resources.
• Possess current WHMIS, First Aid, CPR, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention certificates

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Maintain an active caseload.
• Complete an intake and assessment on each resident.
• Provide problem solving/referral counselling to shelter and CRF Clients.
• Develop a network and make referrals to existing services and resources in the community including those of other Salvation Army departments.
• Design and implement, in consultation with supervisor, an interview schedule that will provide an evaluation of ‘quality of life’ improvement of successful program participants.
• Provide assistance to front desk personnel as necessary, including responding to client issues and crises.
• Record activities and incidents occurring during the shift in a factual and concise manner using Log Book and/or Incident Occurrence Reports.
• Contact emergency service personnel (ambulance or police) when necessary.
• Maintain confidentiality with regard to clients/staff and Centre’s records.
• Work closely with and carry out tasks assigned to you by your supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Criminal Background Check and an Enhanced Clearance check which will be done by the employer,

Shift Hours: Saturday and Sunday 7:00 am to 3:00 pm

Compensation:

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [e-mail] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.