Turning Leaf Residential Support service is designed to provide, in facility, person-centered treatment and supports to adults (or individuals transitioning to adulthood) who are living with intellectual challenge, developmental disability and/or mental illness.
Reporting to the Residential Case Manager, the Residential Support Worker will provide our person-centered supports to participants who live in Turning Leaf’s residential facilities. Residential Support Workers will work directly with our participants in helping set goals and making healthy life choices. Residential Support Workers will work closely with the Residential Case Manager to observe, plan, implement and execute programs and activities that promote and encourage learning and development in daily living, social and life skills.
QUALITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS
Turning Leaf Residential Support Workers must possess the capacity to be aware of and control one’s emotions. Moreover, Residential Support Workers must be able to handle interpersonal relationships judiciously, empathetically and professionally while executing their responsibilities and providing Turning Leaf’s person-centered supports. In addition, every Residential Support Worker must possess experience with and skills in:
-De-escalating aggressive behaviour
-Working with adults who are living with an intellectual challenge, mental illness and who are in conflict with the law – considered an -sset
-Excellent written and oral communication skills
-Effective time management skills as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
-Strong communication and organizational skills with experience in written documentation
-Demonstrated ability to work independently with strong problem-solving skills
-Excellent interpersonal skills
-Highly skilled in conflict resolution and crisis management
MINIMUM EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
-Clear Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check (no older than 3 months)
-Open availability for day, evening, overnight and weekend shifts
-Post secondary education in Human Services (Certificate, Diploma or Degree) is considered an asset
-Valid Class 5 divers license and access to a reliable vehicle is an asset
-Prior direct support experience working in a residential or community setting is asset
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
-Employee Family Assistance Program
-Health Benefits (available to FT and PT employees after 6 months of employment)
-GRRSP (Optional)
-Paid Training
-Mileage Reimbursement