Relief Residential Worker – more than 1 required

Cuthbert House is an Open custody/ Open Detention residential facility for male youth between the ages of 12-17, who are involved in the criminal justice system. Residential Workers’ primary job is to provide supervision and maintain the safety the safety and security of the facility and everyone living in it. This position provides efficient, safe, and secure operation of an open custody facility through a high level of resident supervision and staff team support.

• Supervise residents in the facility and in the community
• Assume delegated responsibility for the facility when assigned
• Complete duties, reports and logs as per shift description
• Communicate and enforce facility rules while maintaining discipline and safety
• Follow policies and procedures of Cuthbert House, The Salvation Army and the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services
• Support the Mission of The Salvation Army
• Provide individual mentorship, guidance and advise to the youth
• Challenge and address criminal conduct and thinking
• Assist clients to address their criminogenic issues
• Deal with serious incidents and crisis in a safe and therapeutic manner
• Deal with interpersonal relationships within Cuthbert House in a therapeutic manner
• Observe, assess and document residents’ behaviour and ongoing progress in a factual manner
• Refer clients to outside resources and counselling when needed
• Appear in court when necessary
• Supervise the delivery of medication when required
• Assure residents are provided with appropriate medical attention
• Escort residents in a lawful, safe and expedient manner as required
• Support clients in fulfilling their spiritual needs
• Deliver group programming when required
• Provide support and feedback to student placements
• Complete sundry duties for required housekeeping and maintenance duties in the facility including training in safe food handling and preparation

Education/Certifications:

• A degree or diploma in Social Science, Corrections, Childcare or Social Services and related experience
• Or working towards the completion of a degree or diploma in a post secondary institution
• Knowledge of case management and correctional practices

Experience:

• Related experience

Required Skills/Knowledge:

• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) in English, a second language considered an asset
• A valid driver’s license
• Able to work in a fast paced environment
• Able to keep calm in stressful situation
• Able to maintain confidentiality
• Passion and demonstrated ability to work with clients who have complex needs
• Ability to build rapport
• Ability to function within a team or in the community
• Strong problem solving skills and well organized
• Certificate in First Aid/CPR

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: Per scheduled provided every 6 weeks

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.

Internal Applicants, must advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.