Transition House Attendant(Casual Relief)

Serpent River First Nation; Cutler; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Serpent River First Nation is seeking a Casual Relief House Attendant to support residents at the Transition Home. You will help maintain a safe, respectful living environment, follow policies, and manage records and medications as required.

The role requires strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and within team settings. Training in First Aid, CPR, Naloxone, and WHMIS may be provided during onboarding.

Qualifications

• Diploma or equivalent in Social Services or related field.
• Naloxone and Defibrillator trainings preferred or to be obtained within first month.
• First Aid and CPR certifications required or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a positive, safe atmosphere within the home.
• Adhere to Serpent River First Nation policies and confidentiality.
• Monitor residents and respond to emergencies per policy.
• Maintain logs, records, and case notes for all shifts.
• Oversee residents' activities, meals, and lights-out times.
• Safeguard residents' medications and administer per prescription with proper recordings.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Flexibility with hours

Independent work

Education

Social Services Diploma or equivalent

Naloxone training

Defibrillator training

First Aid/CPR certification

WHMIS certification

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Position Summary

The purpose of this Casual Relief House Attendant position is to be responsible for the health and welfare of clients, security of the facilities and administration of any emergencies of clients staying at the Transition Home. The Casual Relief House Attendant will be responsible for maintaining relevant records and performing light housekeeping. The Casual Relief House Attendant should conduct themselves in a manner that is respectful and sensitive to the needs of the residents and works as an integral member of the Social Services and Culture department.

Position Duties

• Maintain continuous, positive atmosphere within the home.
• Maintain a working knowledge of all policies and procedures for Serpent River First Nation.
• Must be able to work within the policies, procedures for the Transition Home, strictly adhering to the confidentiality policies for clients, volunteers and staff.
• Maintains a harm reduction, trauma informed approach when working with residents.
• Conducts regular house checks inside and outside of the home for security/safety.
• Identifies any concerns and assesses the severity of issues and notifies the appropriate authorities of any emergencies as required to ensure the health and safety of all individuals residing in the home.
• Consistently re-enforces all client-related policies and procedures.
• Consults with staff from previous shift and next shift for instructions, reminders & observation on resident behaviors.
• Checks in late arrivals as per admission procedures and instructions.
• Maintain shift log, communications logs and case notes on all pertinent information of events and activities pertaining to the clients and agency during shift.
• Ensures residents complete housekeeping duties as per required, scheduled or left by staff.
• Complete all office related duties as per required or left by day/afternoon staff.
• Oversee the scheduled activities of the residents. This includes; monitoring resident visits/visitors/parcels/purchases/meals/chores and overseeing lights out at designated time.
• Is responsible for the safe storage of resident's prescriptions and the provision of them as per the local policy.
  • When requested by the residents, and as scheduled by prescription; retrieves medication from locked safekeeping, provide it to the client and observe prescribed dosage being taken. Make proper recordings in the medication record & sign.
• Answer telephone and convey messages as required.
• Record keeping as outlined by Administration.
• Will be required to participate in Serpent River First Nation events and/or training opportunities to support their day to day work at the Transition Home.
• Other duties as assigned by Serpent River First Nation Administration.

Qualifications

• Social Services Diploma or equivalent post-secondary education, addictions and mental health training and/or experience
• Mature individual, who is able to work independently and make decisions with minimal supervision
• Familiar with residential settings
• Good organizational skills.
• Naloxone training or ability to obtain within the first month of employment.
• Defibrillator training or ability to obtain within the first month of employment.
• Developed interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively work with the general public, management and employees.
• Excellent communication and problem solving skills
• Be able to work overtime to meet deadlines and/or emergency situations
• Be able to work shit work/flexible hours of work as required
• Proficiency with office suite computer software and office equipment
• Ability to work as a team in a fast paced environment
• Valid Ontario Class 'G' Driver's License with a clear driver's abstract.

Cultural & Community Knowledge

• Knowledge of and respect for Anishinaabe history, culture, teachings, and values
• Knowledge of the Seven Grandfather Teachings
• Ability to understand Ojibwe is considered a strong asset

Additional Requirements

• Clear Criminal Record Check (CPIC); Vulnerable Sector Check may be required
• First Aid and CPR certification or willingness to obtain
• WHMIS certification or willingness to obtain with the first three months of employment

Qualified Serpent River First Nation members or Indigenous applicants will be given priority consideration.

Late or incomplete applications will not be consider. We appreciate you interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

By: October 2, 2026 at Noon