Full Time Recovery Community Centre Worker - London, Canada - The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army

Verified Company

London, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Full time

Description

The Recovery Community Centre Worker is responsible for ensuring that all administrative processes at Recovery Community Centre are conducted efficiently.

They will report to the Recovery Community Centre Supervisor and assist in the delivery of programs and services offered at the Recovery Community Centre.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Role Specific Responsibilities

Responsible to initiate recovery plan development and implementation as needed, within the centre and with community partners.
Initiate and/ or participate in case conferences, as a forum for problem solving and exploring alternative solutions to service provision.
Solicit regular feedback from the individualserved and relevant community supports regarding the individual's wellbeing including, mental health and addictions recovery continuum, including progress towards his/her goals and document accordingly.
Assess individuals' strengths, abilities, needs and preferences as well as social and environmental factors impacting the individual, and any vulnerability and risk factors, introduce goal planning as a result.
Provide regular and intensive support and assertive engagement to motivate and support individuals to work towards meeting their goals.
Act as part of the designated primary team of workers for assigned individuals residing in the recovery community centre pre

- and post-treatment transitional rooms.

Create and maintain an individuals' Crisis Plan, and communicate support needs associated with the goal of reducing the utilization of EMS, LPS etc.
Assist and coach individuals in the learning and management/achievement of qualityoflife activities such as: recovery living, daily living, safety and security, healthy lifestyles, social and spirituality, community living and selfdetermination/advocacy.
Advocate, refer and connect individuals with appropriate services, supports, and resources (formal and informal) based on their needs.
Complete a discharge package upon individuals transition points outlining progress made and recommendations for the future.
Ensure effective communication with Director, Supervisor/Manager, staff team, and external treatment teams concerning each individual's progress.
Assist the Residential Services Leadership Team in developing and implementing productive and appropriate activities/programs for clients requiring individualized interventions for success to participate in community.
In the continuum of addiction there are lapse and relapses periods during which staff would be expected to observe, record, assess and manage the behaviors associated.
Monitor clients and record significant changes in their level of functioning.
Provide individual support and group facilitation.

Administration

Perform all necessary administrative duties for client documentation (GAINS-S, Q3, Case Conference minutes etc. for those individuals requiring individualized service delivery or coordination services, make all computer entries etc. in a timely and effective manner.
Ensure all appropriate documentation and records are always maintained (e.g., monthly time sheets, vacations requests, education requests, travel claims, expense claims) within the required time frames.
Record any noted maintenance repairs on work orders and submit them using the online submission tool.

Service Responsibilities

Assist in the delivery of programs and services offered at the Recovery Community Centre.
Responsible for the contents, upkeep, and tidiness of the supply room including toiletries, linen/towels, and personal hygiene; ensure that clients have adequate supplies of personal items, including clothing.
Required to make regular rounds throughout the floor, including walking through the dormitory, bathrooms, and lounges.
Create, implement, and maintain daily communication practices across service team, as needed.
Maintain knowledge of issues pertaining to individual confidentiality, and consent to release personal information, and processes to ensure individual's confidentiality is always maintained.
As required and as applicable, make suggestions that will improve efficiency, working conditions or procedures to the Recovery Community Centre Supervisor.
Liaise with community workers and agencies, represent the organization in a professional and engaging manner and assist personnel whom the position supports in developing those skills as required.
Responsible to ensure that clients return any Centre of Hope belongings upon their departure.
Enforce agency rules and expectations consistently in accordance with Policies and Procedures including Recovery Community Centre specific guidelines.
Identify, promote resolution, and management of all emergency situations concerning individuals, staff, and property.

Health and Safety**- Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army's health and safety policies and procedures.