Job Opportunities in Canada

Community Living Alternative Services (CLAS) is currently seeking individuals to fill the position of Enhanced Outreach Support Worker. Unlike many Outreach positions, this one has a higher focus on supporting individuals with multi-diagnoses complex needs, which may involve instances of homelessness, addictions issues, sexual exploitation histories, and violent behaviours of concern. The position also retains the regular Outreach requirement of community participation and facilitating community access for persons with disabilities. There are no in-home supports required for the role.
Position Summary: This is a front-line community disability services role that has responsibility to support and facilitate community access and the development of skills and competencies that will assist persons with disabilities to pursue and fulfill their goals, objectives and aspirations. This is not an entry-level position.
You will bring:
A minimum of 1 year of experience in providing support to individuals with disabilities. Specifically, we are looking for staff who are knowledgeable in some or all of the following areas: PSECA (sexual exploitation), Addictions, Homelessness, Harm Reduction, Trauma Informed Care, and mental health support needs.
Schedule: Friday & Saturday 9am-2pm, Sunday- 2pm-7pm

• Confidently provide front line, face-to-face support to individuals with varying challenges
• Assist individuals in the development of social skills and meaningful relationships
• Assist and support individuals to access and participate in the community
• Utilize excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Possess intermediate computer skills
• Display professionalism
• Have a positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Support self and others with strong time management and organizational skills
• Work independently
• Maintain composure when challenged by others
• Identify issues, set priorities, and implement an appropriate plan of action
• Proven ability to work collaboratively
• Be aware of and adhere to established policies, practices and operational protocols

Other:
-Must have a Class 5 or better Driver's Licence issued in Canada
-Must have a reliable car 9to be used for work purposes) and personal liability insurance coverage set at two million dollars ($2,000,000.00) in third party liability coverage
-Successful candidate will need to complete a Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sectors Search
To Apply:
Please complete our online application, which can be found at https://c-l-a-s.ca/employment-application/
Please be advised that if you are selected to participate in an interview, you will be notified by either Human Resources and/or a Program Supervisor. If you should not be selected, please note that we keep resumes/applications on file for up to six months. Thank you.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: $25.00-$27.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15 per week
Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Every Weekend

Application question(s):

• Are there any days of the week or hours of the day that you CANNOT work? Please list.

Experience:

• supporting persons with disabilities in the community: 1 year (preferred)
• professional supportive care for persons with disabilities: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 5 or better driver's license issued anywhere in Canada (required)

Work Location: In person