Respite Support Staff (Part-Time Nights)

Who We Are

For 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. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description:

Position Purpose summary:

Respite Support Staff provide care for children, youth and adults with a diagnosed Intellectual disability. Services include Centre-Based Respite, Residential Care, Summer Programs and Day Programs.

Accountabilities:

• Responsible to ensure that needs of program participants are met i.e. physically, emotionally, medically, and behaviorally.
• Responsible for dispensing medication and ensuring that all medication charting is completed in compliance with established agency policies.
• Required to complete safety checks, logbook recordings, intake and discharge functions.
• Ensure participant safety throughout the night including half hourly room checks completed and documented.
• Complete meal/ snack preparation for the following day as outlined on the approved menu.
• Advocate on the behalf of the program participants to promote health and well-being.
• Primary responsibility for house maintenance duties as outlined under 'shift responsibilities' as well as the organization and maintenance of property and program supplies.
• Ensure that participants follow through on personal care routines.
• Provide intervention for any behavioral challenges.
• Liaise with parents, caregivers, community partners as required.
• Responsible for transportation of participants in the program vehicles, as required.
• Ensure proper recording in the daily log, shift change book, anecdotal recordings, incident reports, restraint forms, etc.
• Perform other position related duties as required.

Working Conditions:

• This is a nigh shift position working on Friday and Saturday nights from 11:00 pm to 7:00 am
• Flexibility in scheduling is required to meet program requirements; weekend and evening work is required.
• Frequent lifting, twisting, bending, crouching, reaching, pushing and pulling.
• Walking and standing for long periods.
• Some kneeling, running may be required.

Education, Qualifications and Certifications:

• Completed two (2) years of Community College in related education (Developmental Service Worker diploma, Child and Youth Worker diploma or equivalent) in the area of developmental disabilities.
• Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements:

• Minimum of one (1) year of prior work experience in a social services setting providing direct care to children, youth and adults who have intellectual disabilities; dealing with crises.
• Current Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certification.
• Current First Aid & CPR Certification.
• Current Safe Food Handling Certification.

Skills and Capabilities:

• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and exercise good judgement.
• Ability to work independently and participate as an active and responsible team member in a cooperative team environment.
• Must be able to lift/ move 50 lbs unassisted
• Participate in mandatory orientation training, on-going professional development and training.
• Participate in regular supervision and performance appraisal process.
• Ensure that all certifications are maintained as required.
• Exhibit good listening skills, have strong oral/written communication skills and respect authority.
• Self-motivated/disciplined.
• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army's health and safety policies and procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, integrity, and adaptability.
• Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Lead by example, by demonstrating a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn and be flexible in the face of change.
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office products is required - i.e. Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint; Email and Internet etc.
• Fluent French verbal and written communication skills are an asset.
• Valid Ontario Class "G" Driver's License is required, current original copy of driver's abstract, which is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, also required.
• Provide an original copy of a Background Check with vulnerable sector screening that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required. The screening is secured either through the national Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) or through a local police detachment
• May require screening through The Salvation Army Abuse Registry.
• Develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.

Normal location of work: 1340 Dundas Street, London ON N5W 3B6
Hourly rate: $24.06 per hour

Compensation:

The target hiring range for this position is $23.10 to $28.88 with a maximum of $34.65.

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.