AASH Recovery Support Worker-Casual
Job Title: AASH Recovery Support Worker
City: Kamloops
Program and Site Location: Maverick Supportive Recovery and Career
Development
Reports To: Coordinator of Supportive Recovery and Career Development
Term: Casual/On-Call
Hours: Various shifts
Wage Range: $26.74 up to $30.69 based on education and related
experience.
Position Classification: Recovery Support Worker
The ASK Wellness Society is an Accredited, not-for-profit organization. Through the generous support of funders, we assist those who are marginalized and at-risk to strengthen the communities we serve (Kamloops, Merritt, and Penticton). We provide housing and support to those who are facing or at risk of homelessness and support those who may use substances, or who require mental health supports, harm reduction, or health education. Ultimately, we aim to provide the skills to re-enter the workforce.
What We Offer:
· Competitive benefits including but not limited to dental, vision, physiotherapy, massage, and fertility upon eligibility
· Municipal Pension Plan upon eligibility
· On-site training and development opportunities such as Violence Prevention, Cultural Awareness and 2SLGBTQ+ training
· A culture of equality, inclusion, and diversity including paid cultural sensitivity days
· Accidental death insurance and Wellness plan benefit
· Vacation entitlements for Part-Time and Full-Time employees
Effective November 1, 2021, the Society requires all employees to be fully vaccinated (as defined by Health Canada). Full vaccination will be required before commencing employment with the Society unless a legal exemption is obtained.
Position Summary: The Adult Addiction Supportive Housing (AASH) Tenant Support Worker has distinct roles due to the two different perspective programs we provide. The Adult Addiction Supportive Housing (AASH) program provides recovery supports and housing to those individuals who have successfully gone through detox and wish further assistance to live a life of sobriety. As an AASH Tenant Support Worker, you will work in collaboration with the Peer Recovery Support Coaches, Alcohol and Drug Counsellor and the Supportive Recovery and Career Development Team to build rapport and support Program Participants to develop the skills to move on to independent living based on their personal recovery plan. Service delivery is based on a client centered, trauma informed, and non-judgmental perspective.
Typical Duties Include:
Tenant Support Worker Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Supportive Recovery and Career Development Program Team to develop, implement, maintain, and adjust treatment/recovery plans and assist Program Participants in developing and achieving the goals outlined within their individualized treatment/recovery plan.
- Provide care within the interdisciplinary model through trauma informed practice, two-eyed seeing practice, harm reduction and a recovery-oriented care approach.
- Assist Program Participants seeking recovery from substance use disorders to assist in the creation of their own recovery plans and develop their own recovery pathways.
- Assist with the meal preparation program including but not limited to daily kitchen activities, aiding with menu preparation, ensuring food quality and freshness, monitoring/ordering and stocking.
- Encourage and support Program Participants to live as fully and independently as possible within the local community, providing information, emotional, organizational, and practical support, and training as appropriate.
- Contribute to the protection of Program Participants from abuse, and support Participants when they are in distress.
- Encourage and motivate Program Participants to develop a sense of their own identity, purpose, and self-esteem.
- Work closely with referral agencies (i.e. CMHA, IHA, Friendship Centre, Brain Injury, etc.).
- Actively seek the views of Program Participants and involve them in decision-making to improve their services and accommodations.
- Monitor emergencies that take place such as medical or mental health assistance and complete necessary incident reports.
- When necessary, be trained to be the first to respond to an overdose situation with on-the-spot overdose response and support.
- Be prepared to work calmly and together with your team, paramedics, and police in crisis situations.
- Ensure Limitation of Service Notices are completed and current.
- Help maintain a clean and organized workspace by doing light housekeeping in the office space.
- Monitor and move along community members who are loitering in and around the property.
- Assist and encourage clients to create connections within the community by volunteering and finding employment.
- Other duties which may or may not be listed within this job description.
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Ensure compliance with all ASK supportive standards,
policies, and procedures.
Administrative Responsibilities
- Conduct assessments of potential Program Participants using the BC Housing mandated Vulnerability Assessment Tool (VAT) when requested.
- Complete accurate and up to date communication/case notes in files and on ShareVision database.
- Assist team with maintaining daily log, medication log/prescriptions (ensure book is updated, all meds accounted for and follow up is on prescriptions to ensure medication is up to date).
- Maintain files and statistics as per accreditation standards.
- Complete move in/move out documentation as required by the Property Services Department.
- Work in collaboration with the Licensed Practical Nurse to ensure medication adherence and documentation.
- When requested, be a member of the Society’s Performance and Quality Improvement (PQI) team.
- Ensure compliance with all Society policies and procedures.
- Other duties which may or may not be outlined within this job description.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Minimum Bachelor of Social Work or equivalent required.
- Skills in mediating conflict between various interests.
- Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture and traditions and a demonstrated ability to work with Indigenous peoples an asset.
- Understanding of various social and political issues in the Indigenous Community. Ability to apply knowledge and experience in the areas of trauma, PTSD, residential school, colonial impact on indigenous peoples an asset.
- Knowledge and experience of food hygiene and safe kitchen practices including the use of commercial equipment and tools an asset.
- Ability to work as a team member in a case management setting involving multi-agency supports.
- Understands and maintains clientele/worker boundaries.
- Strong working knowledge of community resources.
- Excellent communication, writing, documentation, and organizational skills.
- Must pass criminal record check for vulnerable sector and reference screening.
- VAT (Vulnerability Assessment Tool) training an asset.
- Mental Health First Aid, Trauma Informed Practice and ASSIST Training an asset.
- Level 1 First Aid, Food Safe, and WHMIS Certification required.
- In-house Violence Prevention, Cultural Awareness Training, and 2sLGBTQ+ Training provided.
- Must have access to vehicle in good working condition and possess valid driver’s license with relevant insurance to transport clients.
- As clients are allowed to have pets, it is noted that this is a pet friendly environment.
How to apply: Please apply online.
The ASK Wellness Society offers assistance from an Employment Advisor. If you self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) and/or would like assistance with the application process, job readiness, interview readiness or tips for resume and cover letter writing, we encourage you to contact us, and you will be redirected to our Employment Advisor.
The ASK Wellness Society is dedicated to promoting diversity/multiculturalism with inclusion as one of our Core Values. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.
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