Full Time Front Line Worker (union position)

NA

• Arrive 15 – 20 minutes early before shift to receive verbal report and remain, when necessary, in crisis situations
• Read and initial the Communication Log recordings as part of a team effort
• Review the Register and Client Activity List daily
• Takes responsibility for routine intake processes and decisions, following standard procedures
• Communicate daily happenings in a clear, concise manner including client activities and follow up responsibilities for next shift
• Consistently enforce Family Life Resource Center Guidelines and Expectations
• Distribute Personal Needs Allowance, Transit Tickets, taxi Vouchers, Emergency Money according to policy
• Follow Intake Housekeeping check list for cleaning responsibilities
• Dispense client medication according to policy
• Distribute juice boxes to children going to school and record distribution
• Provide support to clients and/or callers
• Respond to crisis situations in an appropriate manner
• Conduct Facility Security/Safety and Maintenance Checks on a regular basis according to policy
• Follow through with proper fire, security, and safety procedures
• Maintain safety & security of the facility at all times. Monitor all movement in and out of the Center
• Record all maintenance concerns in the Maintenance Request Binder
• Complete ‘Pre – Admission Screening” procedure for all referrals
• Complete ‘Intake’ and ‘Discharge’ procedures in the absence of counselors
• Liaises with external agencies as needed and fosters positive relationships (e.g. OWP, police, parole, urgent situations)
• Complete the daily register, Client List, Client Activity Sheet and Shift Change Sheet on a nightly basis
• Respond to all telephone calls and deal with them appropriately
• Receive/record donations and prepare thank you letters
• Ensure all food donations are wrapped and stored appropriately
• Maintains statistical records for The Salvation Army Management Information System
• Fosters positive relations with community agencies/resources
• Performs other duties as assigned

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Adhere to The Salvation Army Honeychurch Family Life Resource Centre Policy and Procedure Manual
• Governed by Violence Against Women Act
• Adhere to standards that are consistent with the values & philosophy of The Salvation Army and the Residential Services Department
• Engage in formal Evaluations Sessions with Supervisor at 3 months during first year of employment and monthly supervisions thereafter
• Read and follow the Policy & Procedures Manual and the Employees Handbook
• Agree to and sign Client and Agency Confidentiality Statements
• Function as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Adhere to the centre’s Health and Safety Regulations
• Make suggestions that will improve efficiency, working conditions or procedures to Management
• Represent the organization in a professional manner and attitude

PHYSICAL EFFORT/DEXTERITY REQUIRED:

• The performance of the job requires a frequent amount of sitting and keyboarding, occasionally bending, walking, standing and lifting up to 10 pounds

Education/Certifications:

• The successful job applicant will have a College Diploma in Social Services Field or equivalent
• Appropriate immunization Measures
• Valid WHMIS and First Aid and CPR certification

Experience:

• Knowledge, experience and training in Violence Against Women Issues and the Cycle of Violence

Required Skills/Knowledge:

• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
• Communication Skills – written and oral
• Problem Solving and organizational skills
• General Office Procedures
• Computer Skills – Windows, Word, Excel
• Working as a Team Member
• Counselling Skills
• Knowledge and understanding of, and a commitment to anti-racism and anti –oppression
• Basic knowledge of community resources and/or how to access them
• Ability to work within a Christian perspective
• Possess a supportive, caring and non – judgmental approach to all clients
• Valid Class ‘G’ Driver’s License

Successful candidate will be required to provide upon hiring:

• A clear vulnerable sector screening
• A clean drivers abstract
• Participate in our online Armatus Abuse Training and Health and Safety training required upon hiring, as well as updated annually

HOURS: 40 hours per week

Please include the competition # 2021:09:15:1 in the subject line of your email.

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We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

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