The Nanaimo Sobering and Assessment Centre Worker (NSACW) provides support to guests accessing the Sobering and Assessment Centre, including intake and discharge.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• This job requires a high level of empathy and initiative.
• Knowledge and understanding of individuals affected by substance use disorders, mental health challenges, and/or homelessness is an asset
• Non-violent crisis intervention training an asset
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to observe and recognize and report changes in clients

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 3-6 months recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience;
• Valid First Aid with CPR-C
• Valid Food Safe Certificate
• Ministry of Justice Criminal Record Check for working with vulnerable persons
  Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Casual
  Pay: $26.92-$28.70 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Employee assistance program

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Nanaimo, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Location:

• Nanaimo, BC (preferred)

Work Location: In perso

• Maintains a safe, clean, well-ordered environment
• Screens client’s behaviour (level of belligerence, functioning, mobility) for admittance using intercom system and/or records clients’ discharge.
• Observes clients and reports/records basic information.
• Provides food, blankets, hygiene supplies, first aid supplies to clients as required
• Provides links to community resources to clients as needed
• Prepares light snacks
• Performs daily housekeeping duties, including laundry
• Re-stocks facility supplies and notifies supervisor when purchases are necessary.
• Adheres to the Society’s standards, protocols, and policies
• Completes and maintains related records and documentation such as daily logs, filing, and communication books
• Performs other related duties as required