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Location

Thunder Bay, ON | Canada

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Job description

Bargaining Unit: OPSEU
Status: Full Time TEMPORARY
Department: High Support Housing
Site: Franklin Manor
Shifts: Days/Evenings/Nights including weekends
Rate of Pay: $25.99 - $27.70 per hour

The Community Support Assistant (CSA) supports clients in high support housing. The CSA provides dedicated assistance to clients in maintaining personal grooming and hygiene routines, by prompting bathing, and dental care to the appropriate clinical staff. The CSA will also provide guidance in household management activities, such as housecleaning, laundry, grocery shopping, meal planning, safe food handling and home safety. Additionally, the CSA will foster clients' social, recreational, and leisure activities both individually and as a group, while advocating for their access to resources and services. Responding to crises and maintaining relationships with stakeholders, the CSA will contribute to clients' optimum independence. Monitoring client activities and maintaining records will contribute to progress evaluation, and of proactive equipment and supply management will ensure safe operations.

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

• Community Support Assistant Training Program or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Completion of post-secondary education in health sciences, such as Personal Support Worker or Developmental Services Worker training is an asset
• Experience with working with individuals experiencing mental health and/or addiction issues is an asset

Skills/Abilities:

• Working knowledge of the Principles of Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Psychopathology
• Demonstrated skills and abilities in household management, leisure activities and social skills
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Sound judgment, good problem solving skills, solid interpersonal skills including tact, diplomacy and sensitivity to clients, families and others in the community
• Able to travel and work independently and as a member of a team in various community locations
• Ability to work flexible hours and shift work schedules as assigned
• Basic computer skills
• Demonstrated regular attendance at work

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT
This position shall be conditional upon a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions

Offers of employment made to external candidates are conditional upon providing proof of COVID-19 vaccination as per the SJCG Immunization Policy IMS-04-005 or proof of valid medical exemption, prior to the offered effective date. If proof of vaccination or valid medical exemption is not provided, the offer of employment is rescinded. Valid Class G motor vehicle license and adequate insurance

• St. Joseph's Care Group is committed to providing high quality client-centred care by building a respectful and inclusive workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves. Individuals who speak a second language including French, Finnish, Italian, Ojibway, Cree, Oji-Cree, etc. are encouraged to apply.
  Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process. Applications from all qualified individuals are welcome. We thank you for your interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
  We thank you for your interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Salary

$25.99 - $27.7 per hour