Full Time Program Services Caseworker -Days (union positions)

at  The Salvation Army

To support clients and the day-to-day operations of the residential facility through: - Client admissions and intake processing - Case triaging - Primary support casework - Referral and clerical duties Provide clients with encouragement and access to wrap-around supports that ultimately lead to obtaining and maintaining housing. The work of this position aims to prevent and eliminate youth homelessness while meeting the human needs of vulnerable populations in York Region.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• College diploma or equivalent post-secondary
• Bachelor of Social Work is preferred
• Valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License and a current copy of a Driver’s abstract for review and verification that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required

EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Experience working with homelessness, mental health and addictions
• Must have functional knowledge and understanding of related to homelessness, mental health and addictions
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of and a commitment to anti-racism, anti-oppression and equity
• Good knowledge of community resources

SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES:

• Strong oral and written communication skills are essential
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Must have good interpersonal/time management skills
• Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check with vulnerable sector screening
• Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities
  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.