Site Support Worker - Toronto, Canada - COTA Health

COTA Health

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Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

SITE SUPPORT WORKER

250 Davenport Program Pilot Project

One (1) Bargaining Unit, Contract Full-Time Position

(Contract until March 31, 2024)

(Monday - Friday - 10:00 am - 6:00 pm)
If you're looking to contribute your expertise at a community-based organization making a positive impact in the lives of thousands of people each year - Cota would love to hear from you

We provide a collaborative and inclusive work environment that emphasizes employee support, learning opportunities and excellence in our field. We offer flexible hours and employer-paid benefits for some classifications along with other perks and wellness activities.

For 50 years, Cota has been supporting adults with mental health and cognitive challenges to live well within their community.

We provide person-centred support to help individuals find inspiration and hope in themselves, so they are better able to pursue meaningful change in their lives.

To find out more about us and our programs/services and employee benefits please visit our website

Role Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and innovative professional.

You should be passionate about supporting the delivery of safe, recovery oriented, client & family centered comprehensive services in manner that meets client needs.

You will be excited to work within a quality improvement framework to identify opportunities for enhancing client outcomes as we continue to inspire and provide excellent support to our clients.

About the Team and the Role
The 250 Davenport Program is a one-year pilot project, working in collaboration with Toronto Community Housing Corporation (TCHC). The interdisciplinary team consists of an OT Case Manager, a Supportive Housing Worker, and two (2) Site Support Workers. Together they offer occupational therapy, case management, community development, and housing related supports to the residents of 250 Davenport.

They support tenants to:

maintain their housing, develop independent living skills, achieve mental and physical health stability, and pursue personal recovery; they also play an integral role in community development, and engagement within the life of the tenant community, e.g.

group facilitation, programming, etc.

In addition, Site Support Worker will provide individual support to tenants through direct engagement, providing orientation to new tenants, community orientation, facilitate tenant meetings, support tenants with achieving their goals, and crisis intervention.

Summary of Duties:

The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to those below:

Plan and facilitates group activities/events which foster tenant engagement/participation, the development of social networks and skill acquisition
Facilitate tenant meetings to promote direct tenant participation in the planning of services/activities provided by Cota at the site and to promote a safe and open forum for dialogue in relation to issues/concerns that tenants may have regarding the services that they receive, the environment that they live in, and any conflict /tension that they may be experiencing
Coordinate the purchasing of necessary program/activity supplies and accounting for purchases in accordance with program guidelines
Assist tenants with the development of Support/goal plans
Assist tenants with activities of daily living:
Reminders relating to appointments, accompaniment to appointments
Establishing and/or maintaining personal wellness routines
Assisting with client laundry routines
Assisting tenants to maintain and or clean their units
Assisting tenants with menu planning, grocery shopping and or cooking
Managing and supporting clients with behavioral needs
Outreach support/education to tenants in the building as well as TCHC staff
Documentation and Data entry, documents all tenant contact/interactions in the appropriate client chart according to Cota documentation policies
Participate in team meetings, provide input and ideas for improving services and efficiencies and ongoing program planning

Summary of Qualifications:

A minimum of a community college diploma in a field relevant to the target population; higher level postsecondary education is considered an asset
Proven experience planning and facilitating group activities/events which foster tenant engagement/participation, the development of social networks and skill acquisition
Clinical experience working with adults who have mental health challenges
Experience in community mental health or in supportive housing settings
Good crisis management and dispute resolution skills
Good interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
Knowledge of and ability to access as well as utilize community resources
Basic understanding of different psychiatric conditions
Ability to produce comprehensive reports, and pirouette documentation
Basic computer literacy (Word, Email, Internet)
Completion of an accredited Recre