Recuperative Care Support Worker - Niagara, Canada - Niagara Region

Niagara Region

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Niagara, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Division:

Housing / Hostels / Homelessness

Important Notices & Amendments:

The recuperative program is a new service of the Niagara Region that supports individuals who are homeless who require to recuperate and successfully transition back into the community after discharge from hospital.

Please note:
These positions will be located and will report to the Bridge Housing location in Niagara Falls

Shift Schedule:
May involve shift rotation on days, afternoons, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays in a 24/7/365 environment. Including 12 hour shifts.

As an employer of choice, Niagara Region offers competitive salaries and benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, a corporate wellness centre, access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), mentorship and training programs, employee recognition programs, and more.

In addition, the Region recognizes the value of having flexible work arrangements to support better work-life balance for our employees.

Temporary Duration:

Approximate Duration: 12-18 months

About Us:

Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara.

Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries.

Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada's most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities.

Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada's most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario's most breathtaking countryside.

An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S.

neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.

Please note that the Niagara Region requires that all newly hired employees are to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of being hired and provide proof of full vaccination, or provide proof of a bona fide medical or Human Rights Code exemption on a form issued from and approved by Niagara Region.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the leadership of the Recuperative Care Supervisor, this position assists individuals who are homeless with the supports they require to recuperate and successfully transition back into the community after discharge from hospital.

The Recuperative Care Support Worker will be providing personal supports, homemaking services and care coordination to individuals who are experiencing chronic homelessness and may be living with severe and chronic mental illnesses and/or addictions issues, in accordance with the philosophy, objectives, policies and procedures of Community Services.

They will perform and collaborate as a member of the interdisciplinary team which includes the Recuperative Care Supervisor, Intensive Case Manager, Manager Homeless Operations, Bridge Housing Shelter Supervisor and Medical Director.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
Graduate of an approved Community College
Personal Support Worker (PSW) Certificate Course or equivalent education as permitted by FLTCA, 202
Training in Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA) an asset.

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of 3 months of current experience in a Supportive Housing/Assisted Living Program, or related experience in delivering personal support services to individuals.
Experience working with Homeless population and/or vulnerable population an asset.

SKILLS:

Must possess excellent communication, analytical, problem solving, and time management skills.
Must possess ability to analyze and assess client's needs.
Must have an excellent rapport with people and demonstrated working ability to understand the unique needs of the homeless population.
Demonstrated flexibility and resourcefulness in achieving client independence and quality of life outcomes.
Demonstrated teamwork, problem solving, and leadership skills sufficient to deal with crisis situations.
Ability to handle confidential information with diplomacy and discretion.
Ability to work under pressure and in crisis situations.
Skills in addictions, housing, community outreach, concurrent disorders, and general aspects of physical health are an asset.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

The Program operates 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, and 365 days per year.
Work is performed independently within established work procedures, departmental procedures, and safety procedures, as well as within regional policies and procedures.
In accordance with the Corporate Criminal Record Check Policy, the position requires the incumbent to underg