Disability Support Worker - Casual
Disability Support Worker - Casual
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$ 25 - 31
1 Vacancy
Job Description
Who We Are
For more than 130 years The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a worldwide Christian church each year we help more than 2 million people providing necessities such as food clothing and shelter. In addition we support people experiencing unemployment addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission vision and values of hope service dignity and stewardship. As a faith and valuesbased organization we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life there is a place for everyone to belong here.
Mission Statement
The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.
Job Description:
POSITION PURPOSE SUMMARY:
The role focuses on providing support in delivery and coordination of various social programs.
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
The incumbent may perform all some or similar range of duties.
Social Services Support Work
Provides support and coordination in the delivery of designated social programs.
Provides support in planning and implementation of approved activities within social services setting.
Provides support in the delivery of designated activities within social services setting.
Maintain contact with other social service agencies and health care providers involved with clients to provide information and obtain feedback on clients overall progress.
Tracks statistics and compiles basic reports on programs and activities when required.
Accurately records and reports any relevant information.
May assist with schedule organizing and client records maintenance.
Consistently demonstrates respect and empathy for all clients.
Other Responsibilities
May assist with client intake and basic statistics completion.
May assist with crisis intervention.
May provide assistance to Case Workers and act as a liaison between Case Workers and their clients in connection to administrative tasks and general coordination.
May contact medical legal tribunal and court offices as necessary to obtain necessary information at the direction of the manager.
May accompany clients to medical legal tribunal and court offices as necessary.
Maintains availability for personal practical and moral support.
Performs other workrelated duties as assigned.
CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT:
Internal: MU leaders and staff clients and their family members volunteers.
External: Might have to communicate with community members police and agencies.
MANAGERIAL/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reports directly to the Team Lead START program.
Direct reports: none.
May show others how to perform certain procedures.
FINANCIAL AND MATERIAL MANAGEMENT:
Minor material responsibility (occasionally receiving and ensuring proper use of materials some limited access to confidential information).
May be accountable for operating and/or maintaining specialized equipment.
The incumbent will not be involved in receiving handling or disbursements of funds.
The incumbent has no input into the annual budget.
The above responsibilities must be discharged in accordance with The Salvation Armys Mission Statement in a professional manner upholding our code of conduct.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The incumbents work environment is typically in a facility or office setting
The incumbent will work under the following disagreeable conditions:
Isolation
Monotony
Odors
Dealing with challenging behaviours
Verbal abuse
Work schedule affecting lifestyle
Exposure to bodily fluids bodily waste
Exposure to drugs and alcohol
The incumbent may have little to no travel required.
The incumbent carries a pager/walkie talkie and will work shifts.
The job incumbent may be exposed to the risk of minor to moderate injury or illness due to:
Physical attacks by others
Exposure to infectious diseases
Sharp objects
Other dangerous situations
Experience moderate physical exertion causing fatigue may be required to lift up to 20 pounds.
The performance of the job requires continuously monitoring the environment frequently interacting with clients attentive listening and moderate attention when recording information.
The above responsibilities must be performed in keeping with The Salvation Armys Mission Vision and Values in a professional manner upholding our code of conduct.
EDUCATION EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.
Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Armys health and safety policies and procedures.
Alternative combination of education and Experience may be considered.
Education Qualifications and Certifications:
Completion of a high school diploma plus a formal certificate program or specialized courses of one year is required.
CPR First Aid and NonViolent Crisis Training or willingness to complete once hired.
Experience and Knowledge:
The incumbent must have two years of related experience.
Skills and Capabilities:
Maintain and promote a positive image of The Salvation Army by providing a high caliber of services and dealing with others in a courteous and professional manner.
Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility.
The incumbent will have good verbal and nonverbal communication skills.
Strong understanding of professional boundaries when working with a vulnerable population
Patience and ability to deescalate situations.
Strong service ethic and a friendly disposition with the public.
Adaptability to change and frequent interruptions.
Team oriented and able to take initiative.
Willingness to work with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Problem solving skills.
Team player.
Organized and attentive to details.
This is a Casual oncall job. There are two open positions available.
Compensation:
The target hiring range for this position is $25.29 to $31.62 with a maximum of $37.94.Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions internal equity and candidate experience skills and qualifications relevant to the role.
The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.
Employment Type
Part-Time
