First Steps Housing Project Inc.
First steps is a goal-oriented organization. With us, you will have the chance to work towards your own goals while helping clients achieve theirs.
Job Description: Residential Support Worker
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Residential Director, the Residential Support Worker will perform a variety of tasks at First Steps related to the support of the residents and their babies. The Residential Support Worker will ensure a safe and supportive environment by guiding, mentoring, teaching, and assisting in all aspects of the health and wellness of the residents and their babies.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Models, guides, assists, and, where required, completes tasks for the residents and their babies.
- Monitors residents and their babies regularly.
- Ensures babies are properly cared for by modeling appropriate behaviour and care techniques.
- Sets goals with residents and monitors progression, provides support as needed.
- Assists with the preparation and serving of meals; joins residents and their babies at mealtimes.
- Provides reassurance to labouring residents and prepares them for travel and admission to the hospital.
- Monitors signs of emotional and developmental issues in children and notifies parents, guardians, or authorities of concerns when necessary.
- Accounts for the whereabouts of residents and their babies at all times.
- Dispenses medications in accordance with policy.
- Assists with the maintenance of the residence by cleaning, picking up supplies, and taking out the garbage.
- Maintains records on individual residents and babies including daily observations, daily room checks, activities, meals served, and medications administered.
- Identifies inappropriate resident behaviours, plans and administers appropriate discipline, and reports the actions and outcomes to the Residential Director..
- Orientates and supervises student learners as assigned.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent communication skills with residents, other First Steps employees, community partners, and volunteers.
- Ability to be patient and understanding when working with residents and their babies.
- Extensive knowledge of infant care principles and procedures.
- Ability to relate to residents and their children and make the residence an enjoyable atmosphere.
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Completion of a post secondary education program required.
- At least one year of related experience considered an asset
- Certification in first aid and CPR required; must be maintained by obtaining recertification as necessary.
- Must pass criminal background check and have clearance to work with the vulnerable sector.
- Must pass SD record check.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of standing and frequent bending.
- Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds at a time.
- Will be exposed to illness-causing bacteria and viruses.
Job Type: Casual
Pay: $21.79 per hour
Work Location: In person
