02 Nov
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The Salvation Army
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Winnipeg
02 Nov
The Salvation Army
Winnipeg
Who We AreFor more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. Mission StatementThe Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.
Ensure compliance with all safety rules and regulations are being adhered to by all, including but not limited to, emergency evacuation procedures, vehicle usage, transportation of members, working alone, food, medications and equipment, storage and maintenance.
Answer door and telephone during shift using proper precautions.
Conduct checks to ensure the safety of the members and facility throughout their shifts.
Complete check-ins with a designated contact in accordance with Community Venture policy and procedure.
Ensure proper lifting, twisting and reaching techniques are used during job performance.
Remain alert and awake at all times, throughout all shifts.
Health and Medical
• Ensure individual’s health and medical needs are accurately attended to in a timely fashion including personal care where needed, and that all medication is properly administered and recorded.
• Ensure meals and snacks are varied, attractive, nutritionally, and calorically adequate for the dietary and medical requirements of each member as recommended in the current Canadian Dietary Standard.
Individual Personal Development
• Encourage and assist each individual to participate in daily activities in their home and community environments including reinforcing all expectations, personal hygiene, meal preparation, grocery shopping, laundry and the care of the house and yard.
• Public Relations and Communication
• Develop opportunities for relationships with families and the community and assist individuals’ to develop positive social interactions.
• Other Duties as RequiredCRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENTGovernance Boards and Councils: NoneInternal:
• Community Venture personnel from senior management to front lineExternal:
• External community contacts
• Member family and care provider supports
• Pre-vocational and volunteer agency contacts
• Community Living disABILITY Services’ personnel
• Education and health professional resourcesMANAGERIAL/TECHNICAL LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY:
• Reports directly to: Residential Team Leader
• Direct reports for this position: Responsible for their own time and effort only
• May demonstrate work methods to new employees, volunteers and/or students.
• Participate in staff meetings and training opportunities.
• Be familiar with agency policy and procedures and implement into daily tasks.
• FINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT:
• Responsible for the wise use of member and program resources.
• Maintain complete records of financial transactions as per agency policies.
• Assist in the completion of inventory as requested.
• Responsible for the completion and secure storage of records and documentation in accordance with agency policies and procedures, Residential Care Licensing and the Department of Families’ requirements.
• Record and report activities, behaviours, and any incidents which occur during the shift.
• Ensure facility is kept in accordance with agency policies and procedures, Residential Care Licensing and the Department of Families’ requirements.
• Perform necessary housekeeping duties and report any maintenance issues as they arise.
WORKING
CONDITIONS:
• The incumbent’s typical work workplace is a community residence, with moderate amounts of work accompanying members in the community.
• Overnight or out-of-town business travel is not typically expected.
• Moderate exposure to hazards: domestic cleaning supplies; Minor to moderate exposure to hazards: physical attack from members, and traffic accidents when driving
• Minor exposure to hazards: infectious diseases, toxic chemicals, scabies, lice and/or bed bugs, emergency response situations (fire, bomb threat, etc.) Education, Qualifications and Certifications:
• Completed high school, grade 12 or the equivalent
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be acceptable
• Valid Manitoba Class 5F driver license
• Certified Winnipeg Police or RCMP Criminal record check including Vulnerable Sector completed
• Province of Manitoba Child Abuse Registry check
• Province of Manitoba Adult Abuse Registry checkExperience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements
• Suitable candidates may be hired without previous experience; however, prior related experience will be considered an asset on hiring.
Skills and Capabilities
• Occasional to moderate amount of keyboarding/manual record keeping
• Occasional to moderate amounts
📌 Overnight Residential Support Worker (Winnipeg)
🏢 The Salvation Army
📍 Winnipeg