Client Support Worker (CC)
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Job Summary
| Competition #CC | Client Support Worker (CC) |
| Employment Type: | Part Time Bargaining Unit |
| Work Hours: | 18 hours/week (Sat & Sun 7am-5pm) |
| Work Setting: | Exclusively Onsite 841 Queen St. East Toronto ON |
| Salary: | E - $21.36 hourly |
| Application Deadline: | January 7th 2026 by 11:59 pm |
Who We Are
WoodGreen is a team of diverse and innovative change makers working together to make a difference in our communities. A United Way Anchor Agency with a proven track record and an entrepreneurial mindset we continuously seek to develop solutions to critical social needs while striving to become a Centre for Equity.
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We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce representative of the communities we serve. We encourage and are pleased to consider applications from Indigenous peoples racialized persons/persons of colour women/women identifying persons with disabilities 2SLGBTQIA persons and others who contribute towards promoting innovative ideas and solutions.
Program Overview Supportive Housing Community Care
(841 Queen Street East Toronto ON)
The Supportive housing program provides housing for seniors who have experienced homelessness and may be living with mental health and/or substance use challenges. The program provides onsite psychosocial primary care supports and services including intensive case management; harm reduction and addiction support; therapeutic and supportive counselling; 24-hour staffing; assistance with activities of daily living; nursing services; life skills development; social and recreational activities; volunteer opportunities; and follow up support.
As a Client Support Worker you will play a vital role in promoting the well-being and independence of program participants. You will work in partnership with clients to support their goals and enhance their quality of life while fostering and inclusive supportive environment.
In this role you will support clients through activities such as goal setting care planning and life skills training. You will also provide assistance with daily living crisis intervention harm reduction strategies and connection to health and social services. Your work will include both one-on-one and group engagement to encourage participation and build community.
What You Will Do
- Build positive respectful relationships with program participants providing emotional support and encouraging active engagement in program activities.
- Deliver one-on-one support aligned with Coordinated Care Plans assisting with tasks such as form completion and navigating community resources.
- Participate in the intake process including applicant screening interviews onboarding and follow-up for new participants.
- Monitor client progress and well-being contributing to care plan evaluations and recommending adjustments as needed.
- Support goal setting and care planning to promote independence and community integration.
- Assist with activities of daily living and use tools such as ADL/IADL to assess and support client needs.
- Facilitate housing stabilization by helping with applications monitoring waitlists and liaising with housing support organizations.
- Encourage participation in community activities and identify services that meet individual needs providing guidance and instruction for successful engagement.
- Collaborate with external service providers and community partners to strengthen support networks.
- Respond to crises and distress behaviors using de-escalation strategies and trauma-informed approaches ensuring safety and team communication.
- Perform delegated health-related tasks including medication management under professional guidance.
- Arrange and when necessary accompany clients to appointments and community activities.
- Maintain accurate documentation and case notes in a timely manner.
- Uphold health and safety standards including emergency procedures and fire regulations.
- Contribute to program development and evaluation initiatives.
- Work environment may involve exposure to second-hand smoke odors pests and situations where clients use substances or have incontinence issues.
- Clients may express distress through language or behavior including swearing
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs is required.
- Social Service Worker diploma or other related education.
- 2 years experience supporting older adults with lived experience of homelessness mental health concerns and/or substance use.
- Ability to interact effectively with high-risk marginalized and vulnerable individuals.
- Demonstrated ability and experience dealing with aggressive behaviors and effective de-escalation and boundary-setting skills.
- Demonstrated ability in written oral and interpersonal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrated ability in conflict resolution and crisis intervention skills.
- Demonstrated use of good judgment.
- Demonstrated competency with using computers databases and web-based applications.
- Knowledge of geriatric and aging issues.
- Knowledge of harm reduction approach.
- Knowledge of Mental Health Act.
- Knowledge of community resources and various systems in Toronto.
WoodGreen is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free selection process and work environment. If contacted in relation to an employment opportunity please advise our People & Culture representatives at of the accommodation measures required. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
This public job posting uses AI-powered tools to screen assess or select applicants.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Nursing Home Experience
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Direct Support
- Computer Operation
- Caregiving
- Case Management
- Special Needs
- Training & Development
- Child Protective Services
- Experience with Children
- Word Processing
- Addiction Counseling
About Company
As a leading social services agency in Toronto, every year WoodGreen ensures that the UNMET needs of thousands of Toronto residents are MET.
