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Support Worker
Overview
We are hiring!
Support Workers (full-time, permanent)
Supported Advancement to Independent Living (S.A.I.L.)
S.A.I.L. is inviting applications for one on one SUPPORT WORKERS
Position: - Permanent Full – time Support Workers must be available to work daily between 8 am – 9:30 pm (Mon - Fri); shifts are arranged around clients’ schedules.
Summary: Support staff are responsible for assisting youth with the development of skills needed for independent living. Support staff supervises, empowers and supports youth in making positive decisions around daily living with particular emphasis on self-care and safety.
Duties include (but are not limited to):
• Assesses, assists, teaches and develops client skills in safety planning, education and employment, household management (paying bills, cleaning etc.), budgeting, problem solving, time management, self-care, setting and achieving goals, exploring and utilizing community resources, accessing and utilizing public transportation, recreation and housing
• Liaises with other systems (school, Child and Family Services, Justice etc.)
• Assisting in apartment searches, landlord issues, furniture shopping, utility hook-ups etc.
• Educating youth on safety issues related to the community and daily living
• Assisting with the management of medical, dental, optical appointments
• Participating in monthly programming
• Providing accurate documentation in a timely manner
• Supporting family and cultural/spiritual connections
Qualifications
The successful candidate will have:
• The ability to develop positive and trusting relationships with clients
• Experience working with youth with behavioural and emotional problems
• A good knowledge of community resources
• The ability to work independently with excellent problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills – written, verbal and oral
• Minimum grade 12 diploma (CYC diploma/certificate or relatable degree preferred)
• The ability to motivate self and others
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Experience/knowledge of Indigenous Cultures
• First Aid and CPR certification, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
• A valid driver’s license, safe driving record and a reliable vehicle
• A working cell phone
As a condition of employment, proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required.
Knowles Centre is committed to providing a safe environment for children and youth. All applicants will be thoroughly screened using background checks and a review process.
Contact
Posting date: Monday, April 11, 2022
Deadline for applications: Until position(s) are filled
Salary Range: As per collective agreement
Tentative start date: As soon as possible
Indigenous candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
All applicants are required to submit their résumé and cover letter, as well as complete an employment application (available on our website) to:
SAIL Program Director
Knowles Centre Inc.
2065 Henderson Highway
Winnipeg, Manitoba
R2G 1P7
Or email: sail@knowlescentre.org
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No phone inquiries please
We thank all who apply; however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Knowles Centre acknowledges that we are gathered on Treaty 1 territory, the traditional territory of Anishinaabe, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene People, and the homeland of the Métis Nation. With the spirit of reconciliation and decolonization, we seek to understand our place in history, and build alliances with Indigenous communities through education and collaboration.