Community Support Worker - Baddeck, Canada - Northwood

Northwood

Verified Company

Baddeck, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Join the Northwood team in Victoria County

Since 1962, Northwood has led the way as Nova Scotia's most dynamic continuing care organization committed to innovation and change.

Northwood is the largest not-for-profit continuing care organization in Atlantic Canada and is recognized both here at home and across Canada as an extraordinary example of the power of social justice, but we like to call it the power of love When life changes, and society changes, Northwood leads the way, incorporating revolutionary designed, responsive care.

From new ideas to new technologies, we are empowered to do this, because our focus is on people

Qualifications:

Certificate in health education/promotion, human services and/or other related field
Two to five years experience in community programming
Must be able to work under mínimal supervision
Valid Drivers license
Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
Customer Service
Knowledge of Microsoft Office (including Excel) and Accounting Software
Policies and procedures
Aware of programs offered in the Community and resources
Aware of process to complete an interview
Demonstrated knowledge in computerization, including MS Office including Excel and Accounting Software
Excellent keyboarding skills
Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills
Skills: Confidentiality, attention to detail, accuracy, organization, maturity, flexibility, ability to work well under pressure, analytical, strong team player, adaptable to change, ability to set and adjust priorities frequently
Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular and consistent basis.

Responsibilities:

Engage tenants of the Lakeview Manor, Sealloah Breagh Ion ORKeltic View Manor and Capstick Manor in the Cluster Care pilot.
Complete participant registration forms for the pilot
Implement recreational programming for participants using volunteers, community groups, and CCAs
Connect participants with VCHSS Community Connections volunteer programs such as prescription pick up, item removal to transfer station, social visits
Provide navigation to tenants for community resources
Refer tenants to Continuing Care services and programs where appropriate
Refer tenants to Nova Scotia Provincial Housing Agency where appropriate
Responsible for weekly programming schedules
Assist with Age Care Technologies interviews
Liaise with VCHSS Community Connections Administrative Assistant to connect volunteers with tenants as needed
Liaise with VCHSS Schedulers and LPN Supervisor regarding CCA schedules in the respective buildings
Report to VCHSS Community Connections Supervisor
Performs other accounting duties as required

Hours of Work: 70 hours bi-weekly

Effective:
December 1st 2023
Victoria County Home Support is proud to be an inclusive employer who encourages diverse applicants. We thank all applicants however, only selected applicants for an interview will be contacted.