Residential Care Worker

Who We AreFor more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.Mission StatementThe Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.Job DescriptionPosition Purpose summary: To assist Residents with daily routines, some domestic duties and monitoring of client activities with sensitivity to goals, purpose and mission of The Salvation Army.AccountabilitiesThe incumbent may perform all, some, or similar range of duties.The safety and protection of all residents/clients/guest within the Harbour Light To interact with support staff, administration, and the counseling team.Recognize and use building safety alarms, panic buttons, door security as required.Make and Document regular room checks, client counts, general monitoring.Oversight of the Harbour Light buildingEnsure Residents attend internal and external meetings.Escort and supervise Residents for external activities, events, functions etc.Support Residents/facility throughout entirety of shiftPerforms other work-related duties as assigned.Rationale For The Residential Care Worker DesignationThe description of a Residential Care Worker was adopted in December 2001 to allow employees to focus on the role and expectation of position more adequately in working with residents. The Residential Care Worker is considered as part of the "Caring Team".... the disciplining of clients must be seen as assisting them in their recovery program - not as policemen or security guard.CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENTCommunicate with guests/clients of Harbour Light.Communicate with other staff and volunteers in the buildingGovernance Boards and Councils: NoneInternal: Clients in the Harbour Light, all staff, and volunteers in the building.External: Might have to communicate with community members, community groups/organizations, police, and agencies.MANAGERIAL/Technical Leadership RESPONSIBILITYReports directly to: Immediate Supervisor Direct reports for this position: N/AMay show others how to perform certain procedures.Financial And Materials ManagementThe incumbent is involved in some financial transactions in accordance with the standards of the Salvation Army policies.The incumbent may make small program purchases under the authority of their Immediate supervisor.The incumbent has no input into the annual budget.Any funds that are handed into the program for either a donation or resident/client must be documented in the logbook, sealed in an envelope, signed, and then placed in the mailbox on the interior office door.Working ConditionsThe incumbent’s work environment is typically in a residential setting.The incumbent will work under the following disagreeable conditions:IsolationDealing with angry people and verbal abuseAbusive people Work schedule affecting lifestyleExposure to bodily fluids and bodily wasteExposure to drugs and alcoholThe incumbent will have some travel required locally. Experience moderate physical exertion causing fatigue, may be required to lift up to 30 pounds.The performance of the job requires continuously monitoring the environment, frequently interacting with clients, attentive listening, and moderate attention when recording information.Physical Effort/Dexterity And Concentration RequiredMust be in good health and be physically and mentally able to carry out the assigned duties in the working environment.Must have the ability to confront clients with the truth while rendering support and understanding. To balance enforcing rules and regulation with firmness and compassion. Must be able to exercise good interpersonal skills.Must be well groomed and demonstrate a high degree of personal hygiene and adhere to the required dress code. Hair and beards must be clean and suitably controlled or covered.Must be able to speak and understand the English language competently and to understand written and oral instructions.Must have the ability to communicate effectively, possess and exercise good interpersonal skills by displaying tact, courtesy and patience with clients, residents, staff, visitors and volunteers.Must be aware of and support the mission statement of the Salvation Army inclusive of the local ministry unit commitment statement. Must adhere to the Code of Ethics, including a willingness to respect the Salvation Army's spiritual beliefs and philosophy of service to others.Must ensure that all information about a client, resident, staff-member, visitor or volunteer and/or the Centre is strictly confidential.Must display positive behaviour towards the less fortunate, residents or clients with substance abuse or mental health challenges.Exposure To HazardsThe job incumbent may be exposed to the risk of minor to moderate injury or illness due to:Physical attacks by othersExposure to infectious diseasesExposure to bodily fluidsSharp objectsOther potentially dangerous situationsPrecautionary MeasuresThe incumbent must take the following precautionary measures (in addition to health and safety rules):Universal PrecautionsImmunization for Hepatitis BVaccination against TuberculosisCurrent Certification in First Aid/CPRCriminal Police Investigation CheckNon-Violent crisis intervention trainingWorking Hours12-hour shifts with the expectation to manage emergency and crisis situations.Shifts: 7:00 pm to 7:00 am and/or 7:00 am to 7:00 pm inclusive of Public Holidays.Education, Qualifications And CertificationsA high-school graduate with fair administrative, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.An alternative level of education and experience may be considered.Ability and willingness to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion.Must possess (or be working towards) an intermediate driver's license with Community Service Certification.CPR, First Aid and Non-Violent Crisis Training or willingness to complete once hired.Experience in the social related field would be an asset.WHMIS training.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.Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.Experience And Skilled Knowledge RequirementsThe incumbent must have up to one year of related experience, including experience with frontline work in a social service setting.Skills And CapabilitiesStrong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility.The incumbent will have good verbal and non-verbal communication skills.Strong understanding of professional boundaries when working with a vulnerable populationPatience and ability to de-escalate situations.Strong service ethic and a friendly disposition with the public.Adaptability to change and frequent interruptions.Team-oriented and able to take initiative.Willingness to work with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.Computer literate.Problem-solving skills.Team player.Organized and attentive to details.CompensationThe target hiring range for this position is BD$17.13 to BD$20.08 with a maximum of BD$24.10.Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email Recruitment.Accommodations@salvationarmy.ca if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.