Support Worker

The Salvation Army Community-Based Residential Facility (CRF) is a federal half-way house, assisting and empowering parolees to integrate into the community while managing their risk and promoting self-sufficiency and independence.

Hours:

• 11:30 am to 11:30 pm, Saturday and Sunday

Education/Certifications:

• Must possess a High School Degree or equivalent.
• Minimum of six months of education in a related field (Criminology, Sociology, Social Justice, Psychology, Counselling, Social Work, etc.) required.
• Clear TB Skin test required.
• Occupational First Aid level 1 or equivalent.
• Enhanced reliability clearance through Correctional Service of Canada.
• Non-violent Crisis Intervention training is an asset.

Experience:

• Minimum of six (6) months of related experience.
• Previous work experience in community corrections, probation, or parole is an asset.
• Experience working with individuals struggling with addiction, substance abuse issues, and related behavioral challenges required.

Required Skills/Knowledge:

• Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients.
• Ability to work under pressure and in crisis situations.
• Ability to work with a diverse clientele possessing a range of needs and barriers.
• Ability to discern baseline behaviours and any deviations concerning substance use or mental health.
• Must possess adequate typing skills and be computer literate.
• Must have strong and effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be confident in ability to utilize de-escalation techniques and non-violent crisis intervention skills.
• Must be punctual, organized, and able to adjust to operational demands.
• Must be presentable in appearance in accordance with ARC standards.
• Must have the ability to understand and be sensitive to cultural differences.

Successful candidates, prior to hiring, may be required to provide:

• Background check consent.
• A clear vulnerable sector screening.
• A clean driver's abstract.
• Completion of our online Armatus Abuse Training and required Health and Safety training.

The Salvation Army will accommodate candidates as required under applicable human rights legislation. If you require a disability-related accommodation during this process, please inform us of your requirements.

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

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