Ft - Residence Worker, Mental Health (Langley) - Connective Support Society

Connective Support Society

Verified Company

Langley, Canada

2 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 Support Society 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 is open to all genders.

HOURS (40 Hours Per Week)

Sunday to Thursday,

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
Professional or lived experience working with vulnerable populations experiencing multiple barriers

A demonstrated and clear ability to respond well in crisis situations

REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to successfully complete a Vulnerable Persons Criminal Records Check

Ability to successfully pass a reference check

Current Emergency First Aid Certificate

Valid class 5 driver's license

Proof of Covid-19 Vaccination

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 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 in-house 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 CSSEA-member employer to Connective will port their service hours for vacation and wage purposes (within last 12 months)

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION