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

JOB SUMMARY

The Clinical Support Worker (CSW) reports to Site Manager and works in accordance with the mission and philosophy of Lookout Housing and Health Society including following Lookout’s Code of Ethics. The CSW works with residents to provide assistance, support, education and skill training. Will work with resident to maintain and develop greater independence and stability with the goal of a healthier and more independent living arrangement. This is a licensed, sober, second-stage, residential adult male home.

QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCE

• Related Diploma or Certificate or minimum Grade 12 education, plus two (2) year of recent related experience or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Familiarity with community resources, particularly addiction, mental health and harm reduction.
• Must have current OFA 1 First Aid Certificate
• Must have two doses of COVID 19 Vaccine
• Crisis Intervention Skills Training an asset
• Class 4 driver’s License 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
• Quick learner and self-motivated
• Strong physical and mental ability to perform work tasks and operate job related equipment.
• Minimum of two years sobriety required
• Criminal Record Clearance – vulnerable sector

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.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $31.56-$33.28 per hour
Work Location: In perso

• Will participate in resident intake and provide support services and assessment
• Will identify challenges for resident and develop service plans, crisis intervention, administer finances and medication
• Ensure that basic needs are met by working closely with the individual on a long-term, ongoing basis
• Complete required paper work and maintain statistical and evaluative data
• Assist with volunteers and practicum students on site
• Some external work is likely to occur. Use of an automobile may at times be useful
• Case planning
• Responsible for complying with and contributing to all aspects of health and safety program
• Other duties as required