Job Board > Clinical Resource Worker - Lookout Housing and Health Society
Position: Clinical Resource Worker
Deadline: September 19, 2024
Posted: September 12, 2024
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Job Description / Duties
Employment Status
Full Time Permanent
Lookout Housing and Health Society is a charitable organization and social safety net that provides housing and a range of support services to adults, with low or no income, who have few, if any, housing or support options. As the people we serve have challenges meeting basic needs and goals, we place minimal barriers between them and our services. We believe that helping people help themselves is essential in addressing homelessness and all the issues that surround it. Securing appropriate housing is the first and most essential step in achieving independence for individuals. For more information about Lookout, please visit www.lookoutsociety.ca
Location
Parc Thompson, Richmond
Days and Hours of work
Sunday through Thursday
Shift times will be 23:00 - 07:00 Hours
Shifts are 7.5 hours in length
Days of rest shall be consecutive. Schedule may change with two weeks’ notice
Probationary/qualifying period will be 488 hours with mid and end point reviews
Job Summary
The Clinical Resource Worker (CRW) reports to the Site Manager and works in accordance with the mission and philosophy of Lookout Housing and Health Society including following Lookout’s Code of Ethics. CRWs are front-line staff working within a 24hr, 7 day a week licensed residential home for males, aged 19 plus, who struggle with a variety of issues including addictions. The CRW provides intake, orientation and support for residents. The CRW will be required to connect with other key partner agencies relevant to the needs of the residents.
Job Duties
Provide support, supervision and assistance to homeless adults who may be facing multiple barriers
Accept referrals and identify and share information on a variety of Lookout or external resources.
Refer guests to a variety of community services
Interview and provide basic necessities ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all
Complete required records and maintain statistical data
Support others in the residents who need assistance
Provide assistance for new staff
Job duties are complex and may have a few disagreeable factors
Responsible for complying with and contributing to all aspects of health and safety program
Qualifications / Required Skills
Qualifications & Competence
Related Diploma or Certificate or minimum Grade 12 education, plus two (2) years of recent related experience or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Familiarity with community resources, particularly addiction, mental health, welfare and harm reduction.
Must have current OFA 1 First Aid Certificate
Must have 2 doses of COVID 19 Vaccine
Crisis Intervention Skills Training an asset
Ability to work independently or in a team setting
Strong ability to manage stress and organize workload
Excellent communication, writing and documentation and organizational skills.
Understands and maintain clientele/worker boundaries
Ability to work with disadvantaged and challenging adults in a diverse environment
Strong physical and mental ability to perform work tasks and operate job related equipment.
A minimum of two (2) years sobriety if you have had concerns related to alcohol and/or drug use.
Criminal Record Clearance – vulnerable sector
Additional Information
“All employees, including laid off and displaced employees, are entitled to apply on the vacancy and be considered pursuant to the provisions of Article 12.9.” Internal applicants must apply through "Career Opportunities" on SAP. External applicants will be reviewed after Internal.
ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WELCOME TO APPLY. THOSE SHORT-LISTED WILL BE CONTACTED.
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Lookout Housing and Health Society is committed to empowering people from different races, gender, age, religion, identities and unique experiences. We welcome everyone from diverse backgrounds and encourage them to apply in order to foster an inclusive environment.
Salary: $27.92- 29.60 depending upon applicants' length of seniority (as per the Collective Agreement)
Contact Information
Closing Date
Applications will be accepted until September 19, 2024 at 5:00pm
TO APPLY: Submit a cover letter and resume to: https://careers.lookoutsociety.ca/job-invite/1162/
**Employees of Lookout Housing and Health Society must apply online via the Internal Career Portal on SAP. **