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Description
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Monitor the front desk reception area of the Community Residential Facility (CRF)
- Respond to all in-coming calls and liaise with other agencies in a professional manner
- Record daily activities of clients and incidents occurring during the shift using logbook, activity records and occurrence reports
- Contact emergency service personnel as required
- Maintain confidentiality with regard to the client records and information
- Perform other position related duties as required
WORKING CONDITIONS:
This is a casual relief position with no guaranteed hours. Flexibility in scheduling is required. The work schedule is determined in consultation with your supervisor and may vary according to requirements of responsibility. Applicable shifts include a ½ hour unpaid meal break. This is a continuous operation (24/7) facility.
Shifts: Various
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Completion of a minimum of one (1) year of University/ Community College in a Social Services, Criminology or related field of study
- Have a valid, current certification in First Aid & CPR and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
- Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.
EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:
- Minimum of one (1) year experience working with adults in the criminal justice system in an institutional or residential setting
SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES:
- Good communication skills that help to establish trust with clients
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Competent in word process, including Windows XP, Microsoft Office, Excel
- 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
- Able to obtain Enhanced Reliability Screening through Correctional Services Canada
- Requires screening through The Salvation Army Abuse Registry
- 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
Interested applicants must respond in writing with a cover letter and resume
In support of our commitment to a healthy and safe workplace and community, The Salvation Army (TSA) has a vaccination requirement for all employees in Canada. The successful candidate will be made an offer of employment on the condition of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and will be required to provide proof of full vaccination, prior to their employment start date. The requirement to be fully vaccinated is subject to provincial/territorial human rights legislation. If the candidate is unable to vaccinate for a reason protected by the Human Rights Code, a request for accommodation can be submitted and written proof satisfactory to TSA will be required.
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.
We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.
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