Case Worker

Who We Are

For more than 130 years The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a worldwide Christian church each year we help more than 2 million people providing necessities such as food clothing and shelter. In addition we support people experiencing unemployment addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission vision and values of hope service dignity and stewardship. As a faith and valuesbased organization we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description : Job Description

Mission and Values :

The Salvation Army is an international Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible; its ministry is motivated by love for God and the needs of humanity.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Core Values

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda has four core values :

Hope : We give hope through the power of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Service : We reach out to support others without discrimination.

Dignity : We respect and value each other recognizing everyones worth.

Stewardship : We responsibly manage the resources entrusted to us.

Key Responsibilities :

Monitors the environment and clients / residents to ensure safety and security; completes regular client / resident status checks and room searches as required

Develops and implements case management of assigned clients / residents; assists clients / residents in establishing goals monitoring progress and prepares discharge plan

Maintains and updates all appropriate documentation (including inout and incident log books) related to clients / residents and initiates any new documentation; complete all reports required by the funder and The Salvation Army

Provides safe storage and recording of prescribed medications

Coordinates and facilitates resident programming as required

Conducts all required shift change procedures prior to and after shift change

Performs intake and discharge procedures for clients / residents as assigned

Monitors appropriate behaviour; intervenes in crisis situations provides emotional support and advocacy as required

Distributes funds to residents in accordance with established guidelines

Engages in the development of interpersonal relationships that promote dignity and respect

Performs required scheduled checkins of residents on passes in community; escorts residents in the community when necessary and monitors behaviour

Liaises with Police funders court personnel community agencies families and other staff members

Provides orientation to newly hired staff volunteers students

Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Education Level Attained :

The successful job applicant will have completed high school plus specialized courses of up to six months

Note : An alternative level of education and experience may be acceptable

Special Licenses Diplomas Certifications or Requirements :

The successful applicant will hold / have :

Diploma or Degree in related social services field

Current Certification in First Aid / CPR

Criminal Police Record Check

Nonviolent crisis intervention training

Criminal Police Record Check with vulnerable persons check

Adult and Child abuse registry check

Current Certification in First Aid / CPR (Ministry Unit has a trainer on site to teach new employees)

Minimum Prior Related Experience :

One year but less than three years of prior related experience including frontline casework experience in a social service environment.

Physical Effort / Dexterity Required :

The performance of the job requires moderate amounts of keyboarding and performing walk abouts and occasionally lifting / packing clients / residents property / personal effects and engaging in recreational activities.

Concentration Required :

The performance of the job requires continuously monitoring the environment monitoring security cameras and attentiveness when interacting with clients and recording information. The performance of the job requires attentive listening and observation of body language continuously monitoring the environment multitasking and reading.

Responsibility for Financial Resources :

The incumbent is involved in minor financial matters regularly or on a relief basis or has responsibility for the wise us of his / her own resources. He / She may be authorized to spend disburse or collect small amounts of cash. The incumbent has very little input into the annual budget

Responsibility for Human Resources :

The incumbent is responsible for his / her own time and effort only. He / She may demonstrate work methods to new employees volunteers and or students

Work Environment :

Dealing with angry people

Abusive People

Verbal abuse

Isolation

Work schedule affecting lifestyle

The incumbent may have little to no travel required

The incumbent carries a pager / walkie talkie and will work shifts

Exposure to Hazards :

Physical attacks by others

Exposure to infectious diseases

Exposure to bodily fluids

Sharp objects

Other dangerous situations

Potential of physical verbal and mental abuse within workplace (by participants)

Potential of exposure to infectious diseases

Potential of exposure to toxic chemicals

Potential of exposure to bodily fluids (human waste)

Potential of sharp and moving objects

Potential of pressures of timelines

Potential of objects falling off high shelving

Potential of slippery or wet surfaces

Potential of exposure to odors

Potential of Carpel Tunnel Syndrome

Precautionary Measures :

Universal precautions

Immunization for Hepatitis B

Vaccination against Tuberculosis

Current Certification in First Aid / CPR

Criminal Police Record Check

WHMIS Training

Adult Abuse Registry Check

Child Abuse Registry Check

Drivers Abstract

Use of protective gloves

Use of protective masks (as needed)

PREFERRED SKILLS / CAPABILITIES

More than three months but less than one year of prior related experience including experience with frontline work in a social services setting

French and / or Arabic language would be considered an asset

Successful candidates prior to hiring may be required to provide :

Background check consent

Education verification

The Salvation Army offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process please advise us if you require accommodation.

Job Type : Fulltime

Pay : $21.81 per hour according to CBA

Tuesday to Saturday

9 : 00am to 4 : 30 pm

Expected hours : 35 per week

Benefits : Casual dress

Dental care

Extended health care

Life insurance

RRSP match

Vision care

Flexible language requirement :

French not required

Schedule : Day shift

Work Location : In person

Expected start date : ASAP

Compensation :

The target hiring range for this position is $21.81 to $21.81 with a maximum of $21.81.

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions internal equity and candidate experience skills and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.

Key Skills

Load & Unload,Shipping & Receiving,Mac Os,Forklift,Freight Experience,Lift Truck Experience,Basic Math,Tanker Experience,Warehouse Experience,Commercial Driving,Driving,Heavy Lifting

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 21 - 21