English required. French considered an asset.

The Onsite Support

Worker is responsible for providing support to the clients/ tenants of the 24-hour program. The responsibilities include providing supportive counseling, group programming, crisis intervention and assisting clients with life skills acquisition, as required.

Onsite Support

Workers may cover a variety of shifts including days, evenings, overnights and weekends.

The Onsite Support

Worker will provide support services to acute and complex clients, including those involved in active substance use. Bachelor degree in social work, psychology, social sciences or equivalent educational background in a related discipline Two (2) years of experience working in a residential or supportive housing setting, an asset Provide Group support Facilitate group programming Support the implementation of recreational events and meaningful activities Provide Program support Support new clients/ tenants in their integration to the program Foster a sense of community and connection within the Program Provide crisis intervention support including overdose response Support clients in establishing healthy sleep patterns Support clients/ tenants in following the rules and expectations of the Program Support clients/ tenants in acquiring basic life skills –personal hygiene,



laundry etc.

Support clients/ tenants in general domains of life: basic needs, physical and mental health, housing, financial, social, spiritual, legal, educational and vocational Work collaboratively with community partners and support the referral of clients/ tenants to external agencies as needed Support on-call Provide on-call support while on duty Displays a qualified approach to the work along with the values and attitudes t hat is in keeping with the helping professions (i.e., critical thinking, intelligence Knowledge of community resources for individuals living with mental health, substance use health and those experiencing chronic homelessness knowledge of ethical standards relevant to social service work (confidentiality, boundaries etc) knowledge of social problems associated with psychiatric disabilities (poverty, stigma, labeling, homelessness, oppression, addiction etc) knowledge of community crises services knowledge of sleep patterns, circadian rhythms, effects of food and substances, all pertaining to establishing normal sleep patterns ability to work closely with supervisor, colleagues and a diversity of clients Computer Skills (word processing, e-mail, internet) #

📌 Onsite Support Worker (Casual) (Ottawa)
🏢 Ottawa Salus
📍 Ottawa