Caseworker

Description

Caseworker provides supervision and support for guests as required by The Salvation Army and funding contract policies and procedures

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Represent and work within the mission, vision & values of The Salvation Army and Ridge Meadows Ministries
• Use a client-centered approach by consistently demonstrating compassion, respect and empathy
• Support, where and when possible, the efforts of all residents and co-workers
• Supports, advocates for and refers clients in helping empower them to become more self-sufficient, and help them re-integrate into the greater community.
• Develops and implements case management of assigned clients / residents; assists in establishing goals, monitoring progress, and prepares discharge plan
• Maintains and updates all appropriate documentation / case notes related to clients / residents and initiates any new documentation
• Monitors appropriate behaviour; intervenes in crisis situations, provides emotional support and advocacy as required
• Prepare / complete all reports required by the funder and The Salvation Army
• Liaises with Police, funders, court personnel, community agencies, families, and other staff members
• Perform other related duties as assigned

The above is a general overview of responsibilities. A complete job description / task list is available upon request.

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Successful candidates, prior to hiring, may be required to provide :

The Salvation Army will accommodate candidates as required under applicable human rights legislation. If you require a disability-related accommodation during this process, please inform us of your requirements.

We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

Internal Applicants, please advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.