Job Description

About Brain Injury Community Re-entry:

Providing rehabilitation and support services to individuals, families and caregivers throughout Niagara who are living with the effects of an acquired brain injury. We are seeking motivated, ambitious, team players who enjoy helping others to reach their goals. In return, we provide a positive workplace focused on continuous learning and development, professional challenges, and open communication.

OPPORTUNITY

Position:

Case Facilitator, Residential Services

Hours of Work:

35 - 40 hours per week (which may include evening and weekend shifts)

Terms:

Full-time, Permanent

Start Date:

TBD, Negotiable

Location:

St. Catharines; on-site position

Wage:

$22.66 to 26.62/hour; based on experience working within a similar population/setting.

Reporting to the designated Program Manager, the Case Facilitator is responsible for all direct support, coordination, planning, development, implementation of programs and their evaluation, for designated RBs in accordance with the Agency's mission statement, philosophy, givens, policies, procedures, and all relevant legislation.

MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES

Develop, implement and revise Individual Support Plans for agency participants. Identify needs and goals and create a support schedule that will provide opportunities to assess outcome measures. Support, direct and advise participants according to the agency philosophy by adhering to the shift expectations, assisting participants with all activities of daily living, transfers, household management activities, and supervising medication administration. Completing Functional Assessments and ensuring that all necessary arrangements for required resources, staffing, and transportation are completed. Accompany participants to appointments, meetings, or events as requested or directed; provide portering assistance and supervision to activities. Communicate effectively with Rehabilitation Counsellors by sharing current information about participants through counsellor notes, communication binders, observation sheets, staff messages, voice mail, e-mail and attending meetings with all interested parties. Must be physically and mentally capable of performing the duties of the position and have an excellent rapport with participants, co-workers and community partners

REQUIREMENTS

Degree or diploma in social services, psychology, sociology, social work, or related field. Minimum of two years' full-time equivalency experience in social services developing individual support plans or two years' full-time equivalency experience as a Rehabilitation Counsellor at BICR (or a combination thereof totaling two years' full-time equivalency) Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office based programs High level of demonstrated problem solving and organizational skills Knowledge of community based supports and services in the Niagara Region Valid driver's license and access to reliable vehicle. Current CPR/First Aid certification. Proficiency in speaking/reading French a preferred asset.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

Must be physically and mentally capable of performing the duties of the position. Working as a team and independently within various settings, including residential and the community. May be exposed to infectious bodily fluids, diseases, odours, conditions, etc...; exposure to the threat of physical or verbal abuse; direct and personal responsibility for the care, welfare and safety of the individuals we support; direct intervention in crisis and emergency situations. Intermittent physical activity including walking, standing, sitting, lifting up to 50lbs, pushing/pulling wheelchairs, transferring participants, assisting with swimming and physiotherapy routines; manual dexterity required to use computers, kitchen equipment, etc.... Regular travel throughout Niagara Region. Must be flexible to work various shifts as needed, including day, afternoon, evening, overnight awake, overnight asleep and holiday shifts on rotating basis.
The above description reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions and duties as required for the job and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Contract
Contract length: 13 - 18 months

Pay: $22.00-$26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 - 40 per week

Work Location: In person