Casual Residence Worker (Victoria, BC)

ROLE PURPOSE

This position will provide casework and support to residents of Connective's programs to enhance their quality of life, to promote independence, to ensure the orderly and safe operation of the facility, and to maintain the goals of the counselling and/or rehabilitative plans.
 

STATUS AND CLASSIFICATION

Unionized. This position is open to all applicants.

HOURS

• Mornings: 0800 - 1600
• Evenings: 1600 - 0000
• Overnights: 0000 - 0800

Casual employees must be available for at least 21 shifts per month in which seven are overnight shifts.

If you are working full-time, or if you are a full-time student, we ask you for 15 shifts of availability per month in which five are overnight shifts (subject to employer or enrollment proof).

WHAT WE OFFER? 

• Committed Living Wage Employer
• 2022, 2023 and 2025 Canadian Nonprofit Employer of Choice Award from NEOC
• 2023 High-Performance Culture Award from Supporting Lines
• Competitive benefits package, including health, wellness, and pension plan
• Career and personal development, with the ability to grow in a diverse range of programs and departments
• Access to a range of staff mental health supports, including an in-house counsellor, Employee Family Assistance Program, and Critical Incidents Stress Management
• Access to On-Demand Pay to withdraw earned wages before payday
• Connective is part of a portability program where employees moving from a CSSEA-member employer to Connective will port their service hours for vacation and wage purposes (within last 12 months)

REPORTING AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports and is accountable to the Program Manager or their designate
• Participates as a member of the Connective services team to ensure quality and continuity of services to clients
• Liaises with staff and volunteers of community and government agencies as required
• Liaises with Connective staff as necessary
• Accepts clinical direction from the care team
• Participates as a member of the Connective staff team

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Participates in the assessment, goal setting, and program planning - such as Personal Service Plans - for residents. Documents and implements the plan and provides input into the evaluation of the program.
• Evaluates client needs and develops short-term plans to meet such needs with the active participation of residents and their families.
• Works directly with additional staff (i.e., Social Workers and Outreach Workers), community service and support providers, government and non-government organizations, and Indigenous service providers to inform the development and implementation of individual support plans consistent with harm reduction and Connective’s philosophies and practices. 
• Assists residents to function more independently and achieve greater housing stability. Nurtures opportunities and assists residents with daily life skills, social skills, and/or behaviour management. Facilitates physical, recreational, educational, social, and vocational activities.
• Recognizes, analyzes, and deals with potential emergency situations such as aggressive behaviour(s) to minimize potential harm to others and/or the public.
• Administers medication to residents in accordance with established policy.
• Ensure health and safety standards are maintained.
• Maintains oversight of the building as required to mitigate conflict amongst residents and/or other persons accessing the property.
• Complete regular and routine walk-through checks of the property and immediately surrounding area.
• Reviews and evaluates residents’ progress and adjusts programs as required. Provides feedback and support to residents and/or their families.
• Maintains/provides either written and/or verbal reports regarding clients’ daily activities and progress in accordance with policy and standards. Ensures that all required documentation is complete and accurate.
• Identifies social, economic, recreational, physical, vocational, and educational services in the community that will meet clients’ needs. Maintains liaison with other agencies, professionals, government officials, and the community.
• Along with the other residence staff, monitors and ensures effective operation of the facility including quality control concerning cleaning equipment, indoor and outdoor maintenance, inventory, and food services.
• Provides input into meal scheduling and preparation, including food inventory.
• As assigned, organizes, executes, and oversees the preparation of meals and involves the residents in this process.
• Participates in team meetings as instructed by the Program Manager.
• Other duties as subsequently negotiated.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Functions independently, while remaining a crucial member of the care team
• Adheres to Connective policies and procedures
• Is available to work flexible hours as needed, which may include some evenings/weekends, as determined by program/client needs and schedules
• Is a member of CUPE Local 1936-11
• Receives benefits and works within the working conditions as outlined in the collective agreement and personnel manual

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Graduated with a Diploma in a related human/social service field and one-year of related experience
• Experience with clients with a history of conflict with the law, developmental disabilities and/or spectrum disorders, experiencing homelessness, interaction with social agencies and experiencing mental health challenges
• Experience working with Indigenous communities
• A demonstrated and clear ability to respond well in crisis situations
• An understanding of providing service to people with different learning abilities
• Demonstrated ability to deal with potential violence
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to successfully complete a Criminal Records Check
• Ability to successfully complete a Reference Check 
• Current Emergency First Aid Certificate (Please refer to the Certificates accepted in B.C. - WorkSafeBC)
• Willing to complete Food Safe Certification (Level 1)

COMPENSATION
As Connective is a unionized environment, the starting wage is $27.53 to $31.57 per hour. Plus benefits enrollment as per the Collective Agreement.