Job Description

Overview of the position

Recovery is a process of change through which individuals improve their health and wellness, live self-directed lives, and strive to reach their full potential. Usually, Peer Support staff come alongside the residents in their recovery journey being a role model to healthy living and recovery, demonstrating a knowledge of addiction and mental health and the recovery process with the ability to de-escalate potential volatile situations. Overnight staff do not engage with residents to the same degree, but must be prepared to deal with any crisis that may arise; the main concern is the safety and security of the residents.

All employees are required to sign a code of conduct and a confidentiality agreement and must be discreet and discerning when working with residents. A high moral standard of work ethics will be required at all times.

General duties

Ensure the safety and wellbeing of residents and the property of Lennon House.

Overnight staff will do room checks, following protocol.

Overnight staff is expected to stay awake.

Respond to crisis situations, ie: conflicts, medical emergencies, sleeplessness, to determine and initiate appropriate course of action. For example: Perform first aid, and/or CPR as needed. Phone for emergency assistance as required.

Ability to remain calm, professional and de-escalate emotional situations; be available to clients in the event they wake and need to regulate themselves from a troubled sleep.

Support the cleanliness of the facility. Duties include take out kitchen and dining room garbage, do any remaining kitchen dishes; attend to any kitchen cleaning as required; do kitchen laundry; sweep and wash floor; clean staff room (including bathroom).

Take all reasonable and necessary precautions to protect self and safety (and that of co-workers) by complying and demonstrating knowledge of the policies, procedures, and safe practices of Lennon House.

Escalate concerns and recommendations to management regarding residents. Fill out a Duty to Inform or Incident report Form if necessary.

Be familiar with, and abide by, the Code of Conduct as outlined in the Staff Handbook.

Good communication skills

In the absence of management, call emergency services if required.

Work effectively as a part of a team.

Qualifications

Grade 12. Demonstrated knowledge of addictions and recovery process.

Peer Support Training or Resident Care Worker Training an asset.

If applicant is in recovery, must have minimum 2 years recovery from addiction and be currently active in a recovery community.

Ability to work well with people in need. Ability to work in a team environment.

Ability to keep records.

Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector check required.

Valid Driver's license. Driver's Abstract required.

How to apply

Any interested individuals with the above qualifications are asked to submit their resume and 3 references to office@lennonhouse.ca

Due to confidentiality, we request that you do not drop off your resume in person.

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $22.88 per hour

Schedule:

Night shift On call
Application question(s):

Do you live on PEI?
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-03-31