Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

PROGRAM

Know and respond to the safety and health care needs of residents Act as a role model for all residents as reflected by appearance, behaviour and attitude Provide support for residents’ personal development as decided through individual support planning (ISP) Advocating on residents’ behalf/facilitating self-advocacy to community supports in collaboration with colleagues and other healthcare professionals Ensuring learning opportunities are provided utilizing agency and community resources Fostering independence in residents including supervising and assisting residents with meal preparation and clean-up and other daily living skills Administer medication as prescribed and according to policies and procedures Support resident involvement in leisure activities (Christian education, bowling, special events, etc.) Complete/maintain resident records, shift reports and update communication book Follow and promote the agency’s and site program goals and philosophy Track, compile, analyze and make recommendations based on resident data

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Developmental Services Worker diploma or other equivalent degree/diploma related to human services preferred

2. 6-12 months’ experience working with people who have developmental disabilities and/or mental health challenges

3. Experience in individual program planning preferred

4. Valid Standard First Aid certificate (including CPR) & NVCI completed or must be acquired in first three months

5. Training and/or experience in medication administration

6. Behaviour management skills

7. Ability to work independently and as part of a team to provide a supportive and nurturing environment

8. Computer skills (MS Office, internet, learning management system, etc.)

9. Training and/or experience in personal care (i.e., assisting with G-tube feedings, continence devices) is an asset

10. Training and/or experience in supporting individuals through ambulates, mobilizers, transfers are assets

11. Valid driver’s license and French-language skills are assets

**Work Schedule:**Fridays , Saturdays & Sundays 3-11pm

Hourly Rate:$23.67 per hour

Compensation:

The target hiring range for this position is $23.67 to $25.78 with a maximum of $27.88.

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email

Recruitment.Accommodations@salvationarmy.ca

if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.