Job Description

Residential Care Worker Sat & Sunday 7:30 am to 4:30 pm SonRise Family Shelter Posting #3

Mission and Values:

The Salvation Army is an international Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible; its ministry is motivated by love for God and the needs of humanity.

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.

Core Values

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda has four core values:

Hope:

We give hope through the power of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Service:

We reach out to support others without discrimination.

Dignity:

We respect and value each other, recognizing everyone's worth.

Stewardship:

We responsibly manage the resources entrusted to us.

Position Purpose summary:

The Residential Care Worker provides a safe and secure environment for residents and visitors.

Key Responsibilities:

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Monitors the activities of the clients/residents and maintains availability for personal, practical and morale support; may include safe storage and recording of prescribed medications

Accurately records day-to-day happenings using appropriate methods; maintains logbooks and completes occurrence reports Liaises with referral sources and other external agencies as needed (IE: Welfare, police, urgent situations) Coordinates client care relating to security issues; doing bed checks, ensures adherence to check in times and curfews May carry out inspection/security checks of property and grounds in accordance with policies and procedures Handles the admission, orientation and evaluation of clients' understanding of rules, ensures ongoing enforcement of policies, which may include client discipline May handle finances relating to room rentals and meal tickets, receipting of same May serve as reception for shelter May prepare or provide simple meals for clients/residents Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Education Level Attained:

The successful job applicant will have completed high school, plus specialized courses of up to six months

Note: An alternative level of education and experience may be acceptable

Special Licenses, Diplomas, Certifications or Requirements:

Current Certification in First Aid/CPR

Criminal Police Record Check

Non-violent crisis intervention training

Minimum Prior Related Experience:

More than three months but less than one year of prior related experience, including experience with frontline work in a social services setting

Physical Effort/Dexterity Required:

The performance of the job requires moderate amounts of keyboarding, and performing walk abouts

Concentration Required:

The performance of the job requires continuously monitoring the environment, monitoring security cameras and attentiveness when interacting with clients and recording information

Responsibility for Financial Resources:

The incumbent is involved in minor financial matters regularly or on a relief basis or has responsibility for the wise us of his/her own resources. He/She may be authorized to spend, disburse, or collect small amounts of cash. The incumbent has very little input into the annual budget

Responsibility for Human Resources:

The incumbent is responsible for his/her own time and effort only. He/She may demonstrate work methods to new employees, volunteers and or students

Work Environment:

Dealing with angry people

Abusive People

Verbal abuse

Isolation

Work schedule affecting lifestyle

The incumbent may have little to no travel required

The incumbent carries a pager/walkie talkie and will work shifts

Exposure to Hazards:

Physical attacks by others

Exposure to infectious diseases

Exposure to bodily fluids

Sharp objects

Other dangerous situationsPotential of physical, verbal and mental abuse within workplace (by participants)

Potential of exposure to infectious diseases Potential of exposure to toxic chemicals Potential of exposure to bodily fluids (human waste) Potential of sharp and moving objects Potential of pressures of timelines Potential of objects falling off high shelving Potential of slippery or wet surfaces Potential of exposure to odors
Potential of Carpel Tunnel Syndrome

Precautionary Measures:

Universal precautions

Immunization for Hepatitis B

Vaccination against Tuberculosis

Current Certification in First Aid/CPR

Criminal Police Record Check

WHMIS Training

Adult Abuse Registry Check

Child Abuse Registry Check

Driver's Abstract

Use of protective gloves

Use of protective masks (as needed)

PREFERRED SKILLS/capabilities:

More than three months but less than one year of prior related experience, including experience with frontline work in a social services setting

Successful candidates, prior to hiring, may be required to provide:

Background check consent Education verification

The Salvation Army offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation.

Internal Applicants, please advise your supervisor of your intentions as soon as you know your application is being considered- normally at the stage where you are being interviewed.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.42 per hour

Expected hours: 16 per week

Additional pay:

Overtime pay
Benefits:

Casual dress RRSP match
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

Every Weekend
Language:

English (preferred)
Work Location: In person