Crisis Intervention Worker - 4 days/wk
at
Ann Davis Transition Society
Chilliwack, BC V2P 5Y8, Canada
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Full Time
Start Date
Immediate
Expiry Date
24 Sep, 25
Salary
25.95
Posted On
20 Aug, 25
Experience
0 year(s) or above
Remote Job
Yes
Telecommute
Yes
Sponsor Visa
No
Skills
Training
Industry
Hospital/Health Care
Description
QUALIFICATIONS
Diploma in a related human / social service field.
Experience in a low barriered environment
One (1) year recent related minimum experience. Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Class 5 Driving License and Drivers Abstract
Current CPR C and First Aid Certificates.
Naloxone certificate or willing to take training.
Vulnerable sector criminal record check.
Class 5 Driving License
Job Types: Full-Time Permanent
Applications will be accepted until 5:00pm on Monday, August 25, 2025. While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone inquiries please. Please reference FTTH0825 in the subject line.
Responsibilities
Screens prospective residents for suitability prior to admission. Conducts intake interviews. Orients and assists residents to settle in the house.
House tours and Hourly Room checks.
Maintaining record of Client data, client chores, client meal attendance/shifts.
Maintaining all the required Binders
Does the necessary checks and Covid Screening
Has been completely trained and using Database (Has access, has done database trainings, videos, and binders)
Takes care of the Cleaning Procedures
Observe Starting/Ending Crossover
Grocery Card and Expense sheet maintenance
Gets the Client Evaluations filled and submitted prior to client leaving the house
Assesses residents’ immediate needs and assists them to define and implement an action plan. Provides information to residents on resources available and recommends appropriate services.
Monitors and ensures the safety and comfort of residents and the security of the facility. Facilitates resolution of conflicts between residents.
Provides emotional support, encouragement, goal setting and problem-solving support to residents. Facilitates house and/or support group meetings.
Liaises with other service agencies and professionals. Maintains current knowledge of issues and resources related to abuse and violence. Provides presentations and public awareness activities about services and issues of abuse.
Provides supports for individuals with complex mental health and substance misuse.
Able to be comfortable interacting with and providing service to high barriered women that may have acted out behaviors.
Ensures housekeeping services such as laundry, housecleaning, grocery shopping and maintaining supplies are completed. Orders supplies/groceries; performs minor maintenance.
Provides crisis intervention and risk assessment for residents and crisis line callers. Provides information, advocacy for and assistance to residents and crisis line callers.
Maintains case notes, resident records, documents, forms, and statistical information.
Orients and assigns duties to volunteers/practicum students.
Accompanies and/or transports residents to outside services.
Performs other related duties as required.
Be aware of Policy and Procedures, Emergency Procedures and Safety Plan
Mentor practicum students along with assistance of House Coordinator using job shadowing.
Provide job shadowing to new Crisis Intervention Workers along with assistance and direction of the House Coordinator.