Residential Case Worker - Cody Centre
SLCS is currently seeking a Full Time Residential Case Worker at Cody Centre. As a member of this interdisciplinary team, in the role of Residential Case Worker, you will assist program participants through collaborative case management to build skills, seek/maintain education and/or employment, connect with community services and supports, follow their correctional plans and requirements, and prepare for independent living through discharge planning. You will additionally provide assessment, crisis prevention and intervention, and support services within this residential program. You will be expected to assess areas of risk and need, particularly in regard to mental health and addiction issues, and provide advocacy for participants involved in the criminal justice system. You will liaise with other services (i.e. parole officers, clinical supports, members of the court system) to coordinate care for participants. In addition to those elements, you will be responsible for the safety and security of the program participants and other staff during your shift. You will work collaboratively with other team members to complete administrative functions for Cody Centre.
You will be skilled at working with individuals from diverse populations, contributing to program development and evaluation and assisting your team with orientation and training, including for students who may be on placement. You will support a workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork and complies with all the applicable and regulatory requirements, policies and procedures.
Required Qualifications
• University Degree or 2-3 year College Diploma from an accredited institution
• Standard First Aid /CPR with AED – Level C
• Valid G Class Driver’s License
• Proof of 2nd Shot of COVID-19 Vaccine
• Candidates who are proficient in both official languages of Canada will be considered an asset
In accordance with SLCS’ policy on Police Background Checks, this position requires that the individual provide, at their own cost, a clear Police Check which includes vulnerable sector screening as a condition of employment.
SLCS adheres to the French Language Services Act. SLCS is also committed to promoting equity and diversity in our employment practices. As well, we are an equal opportunity employer which is committed to an inclusive and barrier free workplace, in support of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should an applicant require accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform the recruitment contact and we will work with the applicant to meet the accommodation needs.
SLCS recognizes that a diverse workforce is imperative to realizing our vision and accomplishing our mission. As such, we strive to attract, develop, and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds to meaningfully engage and support the individuals we serve. We strongly encourage members of African, Caribbean, Black and other racialized communities, members of First Nations, Inuit or Métis communities, members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, people living with disability/disabilities, people living with chronic illnesses, members of diverse faith communities, and people with diverse lived/living experiences (including, but not limited to: with substance use, addiction, sex work, and/or incarceration) to apply. We welcome and encourage you to introduce yourself, your story and your lived/living experiences to your level of comfort in your cover letter.