Ft- Wrs Residence - Whitehorse, Canada - Connective Support Society

Connective Support Society

Verified Company

Whitehorse, Canada

1 week 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
Connective is working with the Yukon Review Board to provide community housing supports.

The role of the organization will ensure opportunities for the resident to safely engage in key areas of life including home, relationships, social and cultural communities, employment, and health and wellness.

You will work directly with resident and other community service providers to ensure a safe and supportive environment.

STATUS AND CLASSIFICATION
Unionized. Open to applicants of all genders.

HOURS

40 hours per week; Monday & Tuesday, , Wednesday, Thursday and Friday,

REPORTING AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports and is accountable to the Program Manager or their designate
Participates actively in house, staff, and staff/resident meetings
Participates as a member of the Connective staff team
Liaises with outside professionals from other agencies or government bodies as required

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Programs

Interviews clients to prepare care plans and background information for which confidentiality is required
Under the general guidance of the Program Manager, assumes a primary or key worker role with assigned resident(s) as required
Provides input to the Program Manager and/or other staff with regard to the development of appropriate care plans to achieve the resident's objectives
Is cognizant of, and works towards the implementation of the care plan established for each resident
Meets with each resident on a routine basis to discuss progress and plan future interventions
Assists the Program Manager and/or other staff in the identification of potential problems and reports any difficulties
When assigned, participates in social, recreational, employment, educational and other programs as appropriate to assist the resident's case/care plan
Contributes to the evaluation of the resident's progress and makes both written and oral reports to be available to the remainder of the staff team
Maintains client files including statement of goals, case/care plans, summaries, case notes, reviews and closing reports
Develops and maintains an inhouse resource area containing current information/brochures of programs and services which are available to residents
Ensures residents are in compliance with the terms of their residency and are aware of the rules of the facility
Acts as an onsite advocate for each resident
Provides emotional support and feedback to residents and their families
As appropriate, supports residents towards integration and normal functioning within the community
Acts as a positive role model for clients, providing life skills training and behaviour management as appropriate
Provides access to medications and monitors medication use as required
As necessary, provides transportation and assists residents to attend appointments
With other residence staff plans, develops and delivers inhouse programs to address the needs of the residents

Community

Works with volunteers to support and enhance the goals of the residence programs
Identifies social, economic, recreational, employment and educational services in the community that will meet the needs of the client
Maintains effective liaison with other agencies, professionals, government officials and the community in order to contribute to the success of the case/care plan of the resident

Residential

Supervises the activities of the residence, its residents and volunteers, while on shift including maintaining case notes and the logbook
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
Ensures the security of the residence
As assigned, is responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining housekeeping areas and the upkeep of the facility both inside and outside by involving the residents in this process when deemed appropriate
As assigned, is responsible for the weekly grocery shopping for the residence by involving the residents in this process
As assigned, assists with the details of the operation of the facility, including but not limited to administrative support
As assigned, organizes and oversees the preparation of meals by involving the residents in this process
As necessary, accepts responsibility of being oncall and carrying the residence pager
As required, accompanies residents to appointments and community outings, following the restrictions imposed by the courts/review panels

Other