This job ad has been posted over 40 days ago...
3
applicants
Awake Overnight Worker - Women's Halfway House (New Westminster)
at Human Resources in New Westmi
Job Summary:
Oversees the intake and care of clients in the residence. Participates as part of the team responsible for the efficient functioning of residence operations and supporting residents in achieving their goals. Assists clients to identify, understand, and overcome personal problems and achieve personal objectives related to reintegration, parole codtions, parenting and regaining independence.
Available positions are awake overnights.
Reports to: Program Supervisor
Education & Training:
A degree in a related field or the equivalent combination education and experience. Excellent for mid-career minded women who want to make a difference. Enhanced security clearance required.
Previous experience in a similar environment ,previous direct program delivery experience in the community social services sector with a demonstrated working knowledge of a specific community based program and related provincial and community support is viewed as an asset.
Knowledge of women's mental health issues & federal and provincial legislation, alcohol and drug issues, corrections, psychology, and issues related to poverty and reintegration is preferred.
Skills & Abilities:
i) good written and verbal communication skills
ii) demonstrated ability to teach skills and work effectively with others
iii) knowledge of theory, principles and practices in the field
iv) good time and general management skills
v) effective interpersonal communication skills
Overnight and weekend shift work is applicable to this position.
Additional Information: This position is required to work in a stressful environment often dealing with clients in crisis situations. The ability to function independently and frequently under pressure while managing multiple concurrent programs; including managing emergency situations is an ongoing expectation of this position. Direct program activities may require a moderate level of physical fitness to effectively carry out the duties of the position.
Please e-mail cover letter and resume as Word 2003, RTF, or Adobe PDF to womensservices@yahoo.com
Published at 30-08-2010
Viewed: 544 times
Viewed: 544 times
