Ft Mental Health Residence Worker - Coquitlam, Canada - Connective Support Society

Connective Support Society

Verified Company

Coquitlam, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

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.

ROLE PURPOSE

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

STATUS
Unionized; this position requires union membership. This position is open to applicants of all genders.

HOURS (40 HOURS PER WEEK)
Tuesday to Saturday,

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Provides input to the Program Manager and/or other staff regarding the development of appropriate care plans to achieve residents' objectives
Ensures residents follow the terms of their residency and are aware of the rules of the facility
Provides emotional support and feedback to residents and their families
When assigned, participates in social, recreational, employment, educational and other programs as appropriate to assist residents' case/care plans
Acts as a positive role model for residents, providing life skills training and behaviour management as appropriate

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Graduated with a Degree or Diploma with one year related mental health experience
Experience in the appropriate field and demonstrate a clear ability to respond well in crisis situations
An understanding of providing service to people with different learning abilities
Demonstrated experience in an applicable residential setting
Demonstrated a good working knowledge of the technical details important to the functioning of group residences
Experience with clients with a history of conflict with the law, developmental disabilities and/or spectrum disorders, interaction with social agencies and experiencing psychiatric/personality disorders
An awareness of Community Living of British Columbia (the contractor) concerns, laws, and policies related to the specific residence program
Demonstrated the ability to teach skills and work effectively with others
Knowledge of theory, principles, and practices in the fields related to the particular residence
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to successfully complete a Criminal Records Check
Current Emergency First Aid Certificate
Class 5 driver's license
Personal transportation that is in good repair, insured for business up to $1,000,000 for liability, and which can be used to transport residents

COMPENSATION
As Connective is a unionized environment, the starting wage is $21.63 to $25.19 per hour. Plus benefits enrollment as per the Collective Agreement.

WHAT WE OFFER?

Committed Living Wage Employer
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 inhouse 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 CSSEAmember employer to Connective will port their service hours for vacation and wage purposes (within last 12 months)

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION