Casual - Tenant Support Worker (Prince George) - Connective Support Society

Connective Support Society

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Prince George, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Connective is a dynamic non-profit organization that provides innovative programming in the social services sector. We strive to create safe, healthy, and inclusive communities for all.

Tenant Support Worker

ROLE PURPOSE

Our Supportive Housing program provides safe and secure housing and wraparound support to people at risk of, or experiencing, homelessness.

This program offers 24/7 support services that are tailored to the self-identified needs and goals of each resident.

WHAT WE OFFER
At Connective, we provide a range of benefits and support to our employees, including:

Employer-paid Criminal Record Check Clearance
Employer contribution to Municipal Pension Plan (MPP)
Comprehensive employerpaid benefits package encompassing health, wellness, prescription medication, vision, and dental coverage
Employerpaid support services, such as an inhouse counsellor, Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP), and Critical Incidents Stress Management
Paid inhouse training programs such as MANDT and Naloxone
Competitive wages, with a commitment to being a living wage employer
Opportunities for career and personal development, allowing you to explore diverse programs and departments
An inclusive work environment with teambuilding events and staff recognition programs
Access to On-Demand Pay, enabling you to withdraw earned wages before payday
Award winning organization: 2022 and 2023 Canadian Nonprofit Employer of Choice from NEOC and 2023 High-Performance Culture Award from SupportingLines
Participation in a portability program that allows employees moving from a CSSEAmember employer to Connective to carry over their service hours for vacation and wage purposes (within the last 12 months)
Benefits are for Full-Time and Part-Time employees working 20 hours per week or more

LOCATION
Prince George, British Columbia

STATUS
Unionized. This position is open to applicants of all genders.

HOURS
Casual. Casual staff must provide minimum 21 shifts availability per month, 7 of which are to be overnight availability.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
As a Tenant Support Worker, your responsibilities will include:

Participates in the assessment, goal setting, and program planning
such as Personal Service Plans
for individuals living semi independently. 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 nongovernment organizations, and First Nations 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 in their own homes and in the community. Assists residents with daily life skills, social skills, and/or behaviour management. Nurtures opportunities and assists residents with activities such as grooming, basic cooking, money management, shopping, household safety, and pet care. 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.
Ensures 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.
Completes regular and routine walkthrough 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.
Accompanies and/or transports clients to activities such as appointments, shopping, or leisure activities.
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.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENRS

Demonstrated ability to respond efficiently in crisis and escalated situations
Successful completion of a Vulnerable Persons Criminal Records Check
Current Emergency First Aid Certificate
Proof of Covid19 Vaccination
Food Safe Level 1

COMPENSATION

As Connective is a unionized environment, the starting wage is $25.05 per hour plus 10.6% in lieu of vacation pay and benefits (for casual positions).

The wage will increase with every 2,000 hours worked up to a maximum of $28.75 per hour.

WHAT WE OFFER?