Relief Case Worker

Job summary

The Relief Case Worker provides support services, crisis intervention, and advocacy for adults with developmental disabilities within the Supported Independent Living program. Responsibilities include assessing client needs, coordinating care with an interdisciplinary team, and ensuring the safety and security of clients and the community.

Job details

St. Leonard's is currently seeking a Relief Case Worker who are available to work a flexible schedule in our Supported Independent Living (SIL) program. As a member of this interdisciplinary team, you will provide support services and crisis intervention to adults with a developmental disability, as well as administrative duties as assigned. Your responsibilities will include assessing clients’ skills and needs particularly with regard to their mental health, developmental delay, fetal alcohol spectrum, acquired brain injury and addiction issues. In addition, you will also provide advocacy on behalf of clients involved in the criminal justice system or at a high risk of involvement. You will liaise with other team members to coordinate care for clients. In addition to the clinical elements of the position, you will be responsible to ensure the safety and security of the clients, other staff and the community during your work days. You will be able to work with staff and clients from adult developmental populations and contribute to program development. You will provide education, support, and supervision to other staff or students as applicable. You will support a workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork and complies with all the applicable and regulatory requirements. This position does not include personal support type work (PSW) and is focused on behavioral support and activities of daily living in our client's lives. This position is located in the community and you will be expected to regularly travel between SLCS facilities and to community locations. The role and schedule for this position will require general availability in providing client care during shifts, including days, evenings, weekends and public holidays, between the hours of 8am - 10pm. The incumbent would be expected to travel locally as required.‪ Required Qualifications ‪University Degree or College Diploma or working towards those One to two years’ experience in supporting individuals with developmental delays, disabilities or dual diagnosis (Preferred) ‪Intermediate / Standard First Aid & CPR with AED - Level C ‪Valid G class Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle Bilingualism (French/English) or proficiency in a second language is an asset. This position requires a clear Police Check with vulnerable sector screening, at the applicant's cost, as per SLCS policy. We adhere to the French Language Services Act and are committed to equity, diversity, and an inclusive, barrier-free workplace under the AODA. If accommodation is needed during recruitment, please inform the contact person. This posting is for an existing vacancy within the agency and no AI is used in screening applicants. SLCS values a diverse workforce to achieve our mission. We encourage applications from racialized communities, First Nations, Inuit, Métis, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities or chronic illnesses, diverse faith communities, and those with varied lived experiences. Feel free to share your story in your cover letter.

What you’ll do

The Relief Case Worker provides support services, crisis intervention, and advocacy for adults with developmental disabilities within the Supported Independent Living program. Responsibilities include assessing client needs, coordinating care with an interdisciplinary team, and ensuring the safety and security of clients and the community.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a university degree or college diploma and have one to two years of experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities. A valid G class driver's license, access to a reliable vehicle, and Standard First Aid/CPR certification are required.

Listed skills

• First Aid · Preferred
• crisis intervention · Preferred
• CPR · Preferred
• Mental Health Support · Preferred
• case management · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Case management
• Crisis intervention
• Behavioral support
• Advocacy
• Mental health support
• Developmental disability support
• Addiction support
• Care coordination
• First aid
• CPR
• AED
• Documentation
• Client assessment
• Interdisciplinary teamwork
• Support Services
• Chronic Diseases
• Neurotrauma
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Bilingual (French/English)
• Administrative Functions
• Program Development
• Automated External Defibrillator
• Artificial Intelligence
• Mental Health
• Crisis Intervention
• Specific Developmental Disorder
• Disabilities
• Dual Diagnosis
• French Language
• Software Release Life Cycle
• Activities Of Daily Living (ADLs)
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Social Services
• Healthcare
• Administrative
• Caseworker
• Case Worker
• Social Work Associate Professionals
• Child, Family, and School Social Workers

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