Kindred Spirit Housing Support Worker

at  YWCA Prince Albert Inc

Job Type: Full-Time (Guaranteed 32 hours a week)
Reports to: Kindred Spirit Manager
Responsibilities: Housing Support Workers are members of the Kindred Spirit team and work together to provide housing supports for clients in a flexible, compassionate, and responsible manner.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in human services, supported housing, or with persons with disabilities/addictions;
• Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture;
• Must pass Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check;
• Class 5 Saskatchewan Driver’s License - Those without a Class 5 Saskatchewan Driver’s License need not apply;
• Reliable transportation;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Computer Skills;
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team;
• Excellent time management skills;
  Remuneration: $22.62 per hour
  About the YWCA: YWCA Prince Albert is a friendly and rewarding place to work. There are many opportunities for advancement for hard-working, positive, team-oriented people.

• Debrief with staff, review communications board, emails, and log-books when coming on shift;
• Review on-call schedule;
• Be available to respond to client needs and requests where reasonable in a friendly and courteous manner;
• Ensure property security alarms and cameras are on and functional;
• Assist Program Staff when requested, to ensure the safety of staff and residents;
• Responsible for maintaining clear and concise logs of all unusual occurrences or suspicious activities;
• Respond to accidents, contact EMS, or administer First Aid/CPR as required;
• Be available for community members for mentorship and consultations;
• Be aware of emergency procedures in the event of the need for building evacuations;
• Respond to critical incidents as needed, and notify appropriate individuals (on-call staff, Supervisor, Manager) and/or authorities;
• Ensure Critical Incident Reports are completed;
• Maintain written & computerized records, compile reports, and complete other program documents (including case notes, statistics, letters, etc.);
• Transport clients following established client transportation policies/protocols;
• Provide culturally sensitive outreach, individual case management, and other needed services to clients;
• Aid clients in their homes and the community to allow them to participate safely and as independently as possible with dignity and respect;
• Assist with building cleanliness & safety;
• Must work respectfully within a diverse environment and respect confidentiality;
• Hourly checks of client apartments and support the families; needs according to their individual case plans;
• Meal preparation as required;
• Participate in/plan evening social and cultural events with clients;
• Participate in training offered through the organization;
• Must follow emergency procedures, safety, and security policies at all times;
• Maintain client confidentiality at all times;
• All other duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary by management;
  Probation: All YWCA Prince Albert positions contain a three-month probation period.