Temporary Full Time Link Worker - Terrace, Canada - KSAN SOCIETY

KSAN SOCIETY
KSAN SOCIETY
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Terrace, Canada

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Description

JOB POSTING

Job Title:
Link Worker


Program:
Emergency Shelter Program

Location:
Ksan Residence Shelter, 2812 Hall St

Bargaining Unit:

BCGEU

Classification:
Residence Worker - Grid 10, JJEP

Rate of Pay:
$25.05-$28.75


Job Description:
Using trauma informed practice the Link Worker provides support, security, advocacy, information, education, crisis
intervention and referrals to residence and / or drop-in clients.

Qualifications:
Diploma in a related human/social service-related field and one (1) year recent related experience. Or an equivalent
combination of education and experience.

Skills and Abilities:

  • Assesses residents' immediate needs and assists them to define and implement
action plans.

  • Monitors and ensures the safety and comfort of residents and the security of the
facility. Facilitates resolution of conflicts between residents.

  • Provides emotional support, encouragement, goal setting, and problemsolving
support to residents.

  • Develops and facilitates house activities and/or support group meetings.
  • Liaises with other service agencies and professionals. Maintains current
knowledge of issues and resources related to poverty and homelessness. Provides
presentations and public awareness activities about services and issues of abuse.

  • Provides information to residents and dropins on resources available.
Recommends appropriate services and provides advocacy to residents and drop-in
clients.

  • Maintains case notes, resident records, documents, forms, and statistical
information in a coherent and professional manner, following Ksan Society
guidelines.

  • Plans, inventories, and shops for food and other client needs. Establishes and
maintains a nutritionally balanced menu.

  • Responsible to complete household chores, cleaning, and light household
maintenance inside and within the outside yards.

  • Current first aid and clear criminal record are required
Hours of Work: 8 hrs shifts/72 hrs biweekly

Start Date:

ASAP

Posting Date:
April 17, 2023

Closing Date:
April 24, 2023, open until filled

Duration:
Temporary Fulltime, until return of incumbent

  • Ksan is committed_
- to_
- recruiting_
- a diverse workforce that represents the communities we serve, while encompassing the principles of _
- equity, inclusion, and diversity. This position requires membership with
BCGEU and _


_does_:

- require the use of your vehicle in the _
- performance of duties. _

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