George Spady Society
The George Spady Society is recognized as a leader in the development and delivery of effective services for the care, treatment, and support of individuals with substance-related disorders and dual diagnoses. People who come to us find dignity, hope and healing as they set a new path towards health and well-being. George Spady Society provides a continuum of support services supporting people with complex life circumstances associated with substance-related and concurrent disorders and homelessness, empowering them to improve their lives through client-centered, evidence-based best practices.
Description of Duties and Responsibilities
- The Support Worker II will work both the evening and overnight shifts. Their role will involve ensuring the basic rules are followed and the building is a safe, secure environment. The Support Workers will follow the policies and procedures and will follow the direction of the on-duty Shift Supervisor.
- Support Workers will provide support, advocacy and information and after hours support to the residents. They will sensitively and appropriately assist residents meet their personal care needs to a high standard, including assistance with laundry, and preparing meals.
- The Support Worker II will assist residents take any prescribed medicine, complying with all medicine policies, including storage, administering and record keeping.
- The Support Workers will enable residents to achieve independence as far as possible in all areas of their life by providing appropriate information, opportunity, training and support. They will help residents to identify and choose their support needs. They will also assist in implementing and reviewing care plans.
Position Qualifications
- The successful candidates will ideally have a degree or diploma in a Human Services field with a minimum of 1 year of direct experience in working in a residential setting. A combination of education and experience will be considered.
- An open, accepting and non-judgmental attitude with an ability to build rapport with clients and staff
- Experience working with people with complex life circumstances associated with substance-related disorders, mental health issues, mobility issues and homelessness
- Basic understanding of harm reduction principles based on dignity, hope and healing as individuals move forward towards improved health and well-being
- Demonstrates understanding of the addictions field
- Knowledge of referrals resources
- Understanding of inner city issues
- Current Vulnerable Sector Police Information Check
- First Aid/CPR/AED Training
Hours of work: Full-time Permanent. 8-12 hour night shift work. 4 days on 3 days off, 11:45pm to 8:15am, 7:45pm to 8:15am. Weekends Included. Pay: $46,000 plus $3.50/hr shift diff for working nights
Thank you for applying to the George Spady Society. We will contact only those candidates whose qualifications best match our needs. Thank you again for your interest in our organization.
Equal Opportunity Employer: George Spady Society is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognizes that a diverse team benefits and enriches our work and is essential to our operational excellence. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage women, members of racialized communities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity to confidentially self-identify at time of application should you wish to. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
Pay: $46,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Application question(s):
- Do you have a basic understanding of harm reduction principles and trauma informed care?
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:
- supportive care: 1 year (preferred)
- addictions field: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- First Aid, CPR, AED Certification (required)
- Drivers License (preferred)
- Police with Vulnerable Sector Check (required)
Work Location: In person
