Relief Case Worker

ST LEONARDS; London; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

ST LEONARDS is seeking a Relief Case Worker to support adults with developmental disabilities in our SIL program. You will provide behavioral support, assess clients’ needs, and advocate for those at risk while coordinating care with an interdisciplinary team.

The role requires travel between SLCS facilities and community sites. The position emphasizes safety, daily living activities, and education for staff, with flexible scheduling including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• University degree or college diploma is required or in progress.
• One to two years’ experience supporting individuals with developmental delays or disabilities preferred.
• Standard First Aid & CPR with AED Level C is required.
• Valid G class Driver’s License with access to a reliable vehicle is needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide support services and crisis intervention to adults with developmental disabilities.
• Assess clients’ skills and needs related to mental health, developmental delay, fetal alcohol spectrum, acquired brain injury and addiction issues.
• Advocate on behalf of clients involved in the criminal justice system or high risk of involvement.
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary team members to ensure safety for clients and staff.
• Travel between SLCS facilities and community locations as needed.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Advocacy

Client assessment

Mental health awareness

Communication

Education

University Degree or College Diploma

First Aid & CPR with AED - Level C

G class Driver’s License

Job description

St. Leonard's is currently seeking a Relief Case Worker who are available to work a flexible schedule in our Supported Independent Living (SIL) program. As a member of this interdisciplinary team, you will provide support services and crisis intervention to adults with a developmental disability, as well as administrative duties as assigned. Your responsibilities will include assessing clients’ skills and needs particularly with regard to their mental health, developmental delay, fetal alcohol spectrum, acquired brain injury and addiction issues. In addition, you will also provide advocacy on behalf of clients involved in the criminal justice system or at a high risk of involvement. You will liaise with other team members to coordinate care for clients. In addition to the clinical elements of the position, you will be responsible to ensure the safety and security of the clients, other staff and the community during your work days.

You will be able to work with staff and clients from adult developmental populations and contribute to program development. You will provide education, support, and supervision to other staff or students as applicable. You will support a workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork and complies with all the applicable and regulatory requirements.

This position does not include personal support type work (PSW) and is focused on behavioral support and activities of daily living in our client's lives.

This position is located in the community and you will be expected to regularly travel between SLCS facilities and to community locations.

The role and schedule for this position will require general availability in providing client care during shifts, including days, evenings, weekends and public holidays, between the hours of 8am - 10pm. The incumbent would be expected to travel locally as required.

Required Qualifications

• University Degree or College Diploma or working towards those
• One to two years’ experience in supporting individuals with developmental delays, disabilities or dual diagnosis (Preferred)
• Intermediate / Standard First Aid & CPR with AED - Level C
• Valid G class Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle
• Bilingualism (French/English) or proficiency in a second language is an asset.

This position requires a clear Police Check with vulnerable sector screening, at the applicant's cost, as per SLCS policy. We adhere to the French Language Services Act and are committed to equity, diversity, and an inclusive, barrier-free workplace under the AODA. If accommodation is needed during recruitment, please inform the contact person. This posting is for an existing vacancy within the agency and no AI is used in screening applicants.

SLCS values a diverse workforce to achieve our mission. We encourage applications from racialized communities, First Nations, Inuit, Métis, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities or chronic illnesses, diverse faith communities, and those with varied lived experiences. Feel free to share your story in your cover letter.