Residential Coordinator - Ottawa, Canada - Ottawa Salus

Ottawa Salus

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Ottawa, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Position:
Residential Coordinator (Bilingual)

Number of Position(s):One (1)

Position Type:
(1)

Permanent Full Time Unionized position (35 Hours/Week:
Monday to Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm).

Language:
Bilingualism (English/French) Required

Posting Date:
June 2, 2023

Closing Date:
June 16, 2023

Start date:
As soon as possible

Reports to:
Program Manager

Location:1006 Fisher Avenue

Job Summary:

The Residential Coordinator is responsible for the household organization of the Fisher Transitional Rehabilitation Housing Program.

This includes the completion of monthly safety inspections, the communication of maintenance/property issues, the purchasing of groceries and supplies, the scheduling of part-time/casual staff hours, and the orientation of new staff.

The position reports to the Program Manager.

Duties Summary:

Areas of responsibility of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

Coordinating the day-to-day operations of the residence
Scheduling of parttime and casual team members
Staff orientation of parttime and casual team members
Provide residential and crisis support to residents
Equipment purchase, upgrading/repair & staff orientation to equipment
Monitoring maintenance, repair and fire systems in the program
Fulfilling team and other responsibilities
Providing oncall property emergency support to tenants
Participate in life long learning

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Social Sciences or equivalent educational background in a related discipline
Two years experience working with clients recovering from mental illness
One year experience working in a residential group home setting
Training in CPR, CPI, Psychiatric Rehabilitation, Concurrent Disorders, ASL and LSQ is an asset

Suitability Profile:

Displays values and attitudes in keeping with the helping professions (respect, sensitivity, caring and support towards a diverse population) and in particular, a belief in the rights of persons with psychiatric disabilities.
Understand and demonstrates in practice, confidentiality.
Demonstrates sound judgement and common sense in decision making and in professional approaches to the work. Demonstrates an ability to work in a team as well as an ability to take independent action and initiative in the job.
Shows a commitment to work.
Demonstrates creativity and intelligence.
Adopts a positive and optimistic view of others and demonstrates the ability to resolve workplace conflict with his/her manager and colleagues.
Manages stress related to work environment.
Demonstrates ability to resolve operational difficulties that arise.

Knowledge:

Demonstrates knowledge of computer systems and software.
Demonstrates specific knowledge of health issues and of social problems associated with psychiatric disabilities and the impact of Mental Illness on functional capacity.
Demonstrates knowledge of Psychosocial Rehabilitation Principles.
Demonstrates knowledge in the areas of teaching and coaching, specifically, knowledge around modifying teaching style based on clients learning skills and strength.
Knows community and health resources in the region, including those related to housing, recreation, finances, transportation, vocation, and training.
Has knowledge of Group Dynamics theory and practice.
Has mastery of principles of Client-Centered practices.
Demonstrates knowledge of the forensic system.
Demonstrates knowledge of concurrent disorders.
Demonstrates understanding of: Crisis intervention and prevention, and Suicide prevention and intervention

Pre-Hiring Requirement:

Academic certificate(s)
Criminal reference check (Vulnerable Sector Screening)
Valid Driver's license and use of own vehicle
Eligible to work in Canada.

Language Requirement:

Salary range:

As per the Collective Agreement ($27.75 to $31.72 per hour).

Why Work at Ottawa Salus?

Salus has a proven record of successfully supporting clients with serious and persistent mental health and substance use health issues to live their best possible life.

Regardless of their role in the organization, our staff are passionate about their work and supporting clients on their journey to recovery.

They know they have an impact on their client's lives and consistently report that working here is a fulfilling experience.

If you are someone that wants to make the world a better place and bring hope to others, you will love working here.

We offer all these benefits and many more including:

- generous Health benefits and pension plan (HOOPP)
- compressed work week
- paid vacation days
- a friendly team who create a great work environment

Application instructions:

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
$27.75-$31.72 per hour

Benefits: