Casual - Recovery Support Worker

Position: Casual - Recovery Support Worker )
Connective is a dynamic non-profit organization that provides innovative programming in the social services sector. We strive to create safe, healthy, and inclusive communities for all.

NBCTC
The Northern BC Therapeutic Community (NBCTC) provides a safe and private community for 45 adult men who are at risk of or experiencing homelessness and are interested in community-based recovery from problematic substance use. The program is also open to those with criminal justice involvement. The NBCTC takes a holistic, participative and group-based approach to programming. Residents have access to wraparound supports including meals, life skills training, educational opportunities, recreational programs, cultural supports and connections to community services.

The 166-acre location also allows for various agricultural opportunities. It is located at 34000 Blackwater Rd, Prince George, BC V2N 6H1.

ROLE PURPOSE
This position will provide casework and support to residents of Connective's programs to enhance their quality of life, to ensure the orderly and safe operation of the facility, and to maintain the goals of the counselling and/or rehabilitative plans.

LOCATION
34000 Blackwater Rd, Prince George, BC V2N 6H1

STATUS AND CLASSIFICATION
Non-Union. This position is open to applicants of all genders.

HOURS
The casual position candidate should be able to confirm availability for 21 shifts (7 days) per month (7 overnight), or 15 shifts (5 days) per month (5 overnight) - if holding a FT job or student.

Shift duration: 12 hours shifts; day shift (0800 - 2000) and overnight (2000 - 0800).

WHAT WE OFFER?
* Committed Living Wage Employer.

2022 & 2023 Canadian Nonprofit Employer of Choice Aware from NEOC.

2023 High-Performance Culture Award from Supporting Lines.

Competitive benefits package, including health, wellness, and pension plan.

Career and personal development, with the ability to grow in a diverse range of programs and departments.

Access to a range of staff mental health supports, including an in-house counsellor, Employee Family Assistance Program, and Critical Incidents Stress Management.

Access to On-Demand Pay to withdraw earned wages before payday.

Connective is part of a portability program where employees moving from a CSSEA-member employer to Connective will port their service hours for vacation and wage purposes (within last 12 months).

Benefits are for Full-Time and Part-Time employees working 20 hours per week or more.

REPORTING AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports and is accountable to the Program Manager or their designate.

Participates as a member of the Connective services team to ensure quality and continuity of services to residents.

Liaises with staff and volunteers of community and government agencies as required.

Liaises with Connective staff as necessary.

Accepts direction from the care team.

Participates as a member of the Connective staff team.

Key Accountabilities

Participates in the assessment, goal setting, and program planning - such as Personal Service Plans - for individuals. Documents and implements the plan and provides input into the evaluation of the program.

Evaluates client needs and develops short term plans to meet such needs with the active participation of residents and their families.

Works directly with additional staff, community service and support providers, government and non-government organizations, and First Nations service providers to inform the development and implementation of individual support plans.

Supports the admission, orientation, evaluation of residents' understanding of rules, and discharge procedures; ensures the ongoing enforcement of policies, which may include resident accountability.

Assists residents with daily life skills, social skills, and/or behaviour management. Nurtures opportunities and assists residents with activities such as grooming, basic cooking, money management, shopping, household safety, and pet care. Facilitates physical, recreational, educational, social, and vocational activities.

Recognizes, analyzes, and deals with potential emergency situations such as aggressive behaviour(s) to minimize potential harm to others and/or the public.

Distributes medication to residents in accordance with established policy.

Ensures health and safety standards are maintained.

Maintains oversight of the facility as required to mitigate conflict amongst residents and/or other persons accessing the property.

Completes regular and routine walk-through checks of the property and immediately surrounding area.

Reviews and evaluates residents' progress and adjusts programs as required.

Provides feedback and support to residents and/or their families.

Facilitates resident transportation schedules; records, approves and supervises residents during outings

Ensures the safety of property and residents by performing regular patrols of the facility.

Maintains/provides either written and/or verbal reports or case notes regarding residents' daily activities and progress in accordance with policy and…