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Description

Hours of Work: 34 weekly - 11:30p-8:30a  on rotation, including two weekends per month

The Residence Support Worker is responsible for providing practical support to all residents and ensuring the smooth operation of the residence. A main focus of all Residence Supports , in collaboration with the rest of the team, is to create and monitor strength based individualized plans with each woman staying in the residence to help facilitate meeting her needs/goals. Resident Support is responsible for providing practical support to all residents while ensuring day-to-day operation needs are met. This position will be under the direct supervision of the Manager of kikinaw, and under the general supervision of the Director of Housing.

Responsibilities:  
*Service Delivery
*Responsibilities Specific to Correctional Services Canada (CSC) program
*Administration and Operations

Qualifications:
>Experience working with Indigenous people, familiarity with Indigenous cultures and an understanding of the ongoing impacts of colonialism on Indigenous peoples
>Bachelors degree in Social Work, Justice Studies, or other human service field OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
>Demonstrated experience working with the complex needs of people experiencing homelessness
>Knowledge of the criminal justice and child welfare systems, trauma Informed care, and family violence
>The ability to work independently and with a team
>Accurate documentation and record-keeping ability and basic computer skills (knowledge of HIFIS would be an asset)
>Good communication and organizational abilities
>Demonstrated crisis intervention skills
>Cultural awareness, and respect for women and children of various backgrounds
>Class 5 drivers license
>Valid First Aid/CPR certification
>Criminal record Check with vulnerable sector

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