Transitional Housing Support Worker (Casual)

salvationarmyca; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 2,480,000 - 3,306,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Grace Mansion in Vancouver is hiring a Residential Support Worker on a casual/on-call basis. You will help residents with personal development, life skills, and activities while handling administrative tasks and intake processes.

Role requires high school completion and First Aid/CPR certification, with preferred training in addictions/mental health and crisis intervention. Work involves on-site duties in a four-story residence with emphasis on confidentiality and supportive

Qualifications

• Completion of high school diploma.
• First Aid/CPR certification required.
• Training/certification in addictions or mental health issues preferred.
• Certification in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention or willingness to be trained.
• FOODSAFE Level 1 or willingness to be trained.
• WHMIS certification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties as assigned and manage confidential files and records.
• Greet visitors and refer calls to the appropriate staff.
• Assist with intake and admissions of residents and maintain waitlists.
• Support residents in personal development, life skills, and activities.
• Respond to emergencies and crises following centre policies.
• Coordinate with government and community agencies to access resources.

Skills

Fluent English

Organized

Attention to detail

Good communication

Integrity & confidentiality

Education

High school diploma

First Aid/CPR certification

Addictions/Mental Health training

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention

FOODSAFE Level 1

WHMIS

Tools

Word

Outlook

Excel

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

Location: Grace Mansion

Position Purpose summary: The Residential Support Worker (Casual/On-Call) will work with the Residents of Grace Mansion in all areas of personal development and growth, life skills, and social and spiritual activities to enable the Resident to attain their full potential.

Accountabilities

• Administrative Duties Specifics of administrative duties will vary with the different shifts.
• Answer telephone and refer calls to the appropriate person(s).
• Admit visitors to the Centre according to guidelines.
• Maintain confidentiality and keep accurate files and statistical records.
• Receive/explain applications for potential residents, along with updating the waitlist.
• Assist with the intake process and departure process of residents.
• May receive residents' rent and place funds in the designated lockbox as per written protocol.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned by program manager.

Community Support

• Supervise/monitor actions and interactions of Residents during assigned shift.
• Respond to all Resident inquiries within the framework of Centre Policies & Procedures.
• Research and develop knowledge of issues that relate to residents. Development of resource information as relevant for residents.
• Maintain contact with the Salvation Army, City and Provincial Government and community agencies to coordinate activities and available resources for the benefit of the Centre and the residents.
• Initial response to emergencies such as fire alarm, or other situations.
• Respond and assist residents at times of physical/mental/emotional crises.

CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT

• Governance Boards and Councils: None.
• Internal: Program Manager, Program Supervisor, Intake & Case Workers, Case Workers, Other Support Workers, Maintenance and Janitorial Staff, Chaplain.
• External: Grace Mansion Residents, stakeholders in the community.

MANAGERIAL/Technical Leadership RESPONSIBILITY

Reports directly to: Program Manager

This position has no direct reports

FINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT

• Minimal material responsibility
• Uses or maintains organization assets in accordance with established guidelines.
• Does not process any financial transactions with no budget responsibilities.
• May receive residents' rent and place funds in the designated lockbox as per written protocol.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Duties require the employee to work in Grace Mansion - an 84-room, four-story residence located at 596 East Hastings Street in downtown Vancouver. Responsibilities will involve working from a designated workstation, but will also involve movement through the residential areas, and general building. The employee may at times be subject to hazardous or disagreeable conditions in the performance of their duties.

The above responsibilities must be performed in keeping with The Salvation Army's Mission, Vision and Values, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct.

Education and Experience Qualifications

• Completion of high school diploma.
• Any additional formal post-secondary/college program in a related field will be considered as an asset.
• Current Certification in First Aid/CPR.
• Training/Certification in Addictions and/or Mental Health issues or willingness to be trained.
• Certification in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention or willingness to be trained.
• WHMIS
• Certification in FOODSAFE Level 1 or willingness to be trained.
• Alternative combination of education and experience might be considered

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements

• A minimum of 10 months of focused experience working in a residential setting.
• Computer skills and training in Word, Outlook & Excel.

Skills and Capabilities (examples provided below)

• Organized with good attention to detail.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility.
• Understanding of and ability to follow the Universal precautions.
• Fluent spoken and written English.
• Quality oral and written communication skills.
• Criminal Record Review Act clearance to work with vulnerable adults