Direct Support Worker

The Salvation Army (Canada)

Base: $18.30 to $22.87 ph; bonus/equity: not speci...
Monitor sign-out logs for resident tracking
Distribute medications and record in log book
Ensure premises are neat and clean
The Salvation Army is a faith-based organization dedicated to sharing the love of Jesus Christ and meeting human needs across Canada and Bermuda

Job Summary

  • The Salvation Army is a faith-based organization dedicated to sharing the love of Jesus Christ and meeting human needs across Canada and Bermuda.
  • Staff members must arrive 10 to 15 minutes prior to shift start to ensure smooth transitions and complete full house rounds before accepting keys.
  • Employees are responsible for monitoring resident sign-outs, distributing medications, and maintaining the security of both residents and the building at all times.

Matching Summary

The Salvation Army is a faith-based organization dedicated to sharing the love of Jesus Christ and meeting human needs across Canada and Bermuda.

Salary

Base: $18.30 to $22.87 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Reasonable accommodation upon request

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Monitor sign-out logs for resident tracking
  • Distribute medications and record in log book
  • Ensure premises are neat and clean
  • Maintain constant awareness and wakefulness
  • Verify head count against logbook records
  • Enforce house rules and parole conditions

Nice-to-have

  • Understanding dynamics of offender behavior
  • Counseling skills to form effective relationships
  • Cultural competence and respect for diversity
  • Experience in crisis intervention techniques
  • Ability to assist with reintegration planning
  • Strong conflict resolution and problem solving

Key Requirements

  • Subject to Canadian Reliability Status
  • Successful background check screening including Abuse Registry
  • Computer literate with effective communication skills
  • Post-secondary education or field experience preferred

Work Rights

Must have Canadian Reliability Status

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