The John Howard Society of Kingston & District is recruiting a qualified and motivated residential relief worker. The right candidate will join a highly motivated team with a track-record of very high achievement and an appetite for change and innovation.

POSITION:

Residential Relief Worker

LOCATION:

771 Montreal Street, Kingston, Ontario.

STATUS:

Relief position, no guarantee of hours

SALARY:

$22.20 with a $1.00/hour shift premium for Overnight Shifts

RESPONSIBILITY AND DUTIES:
Ensure all residents comply with the rules of residency
Provide emergency assistance to recent clients arriving from the institution to the community
Manage any problems brought forward by staff and residents and provide conflict resolution techniques to disarm the situation
Liaise with the other agencies and groups, attend community meetings and events relating to criminal justice, reintegration and rehabilitation
Work with the team to address any problems or conflicts that may arise
Monitor resident’s conditions and reports breaches to on-call Manager





QUALIFICATIONS:
College diploma
Work related experience in corrections, residential housing programs, homelessness and mental health
Experience with conflict resolution, motivational and counselling techniques
Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office suite, databases and the internet
Familiar with community resources and services
A valid G drivers’ license and reliable personal vehicle
A satisfactory Criminal Police Check, Enhanced Reliability Clearance (CSC) an asset
Required to work evenings, overnights, weekends, and statutory holidays
This is a single staffed facility for males in conflict with the law

The John Howard Society of Kingston & District is an Equal Prospect employer, we are committed to providing an accessible workplace. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process.

This is an existing position.

📌 Relief Residential Support Worker Kingston
🏢 John Howard Society of Kingston
📍 Kingston