Now hiring

peer support worker @ YWCA Prince Albert Inc.

Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, CAOnsiteFull-time
Apply with ResuMinder

Opens on the employer's site

About this role

Reports to: Our House Supervisor/Manager Home to 4 distinct programs serving: Women in Crisis either in our Enhanced Emergency Shelter New Roots or Enhanced Residential Shelter, individuals living with persistent mental health conditions, people seeking haven while in pre and post in-patient substance abuse treatment. This position will provide support across all four Our House program areas as required.

Qualifications

Class 5 Saskatchewan Drivers LicenceExperience in the Human Services/supportive housing fields working with individuals with mental health challenges, substance use concerns, and/or cognitive disabilitiesKnowledge/understanding of Indigenous cultureKnowledge of Trauma Informed Care, person-centered planning, and strength-based approachesMaintain professional boundaries in and out of the workplaceStrong organizational, administrative, time management, & communication skillsProficient in Microsoft Office appsMust pass CPIC/Vulnerable Sector CheckMust be able to work in all Our House Program Areas when neededPositive role modeling of life and social skills for clients

Duties

  • Provide culturally sensitive outreach, case management, and other needed services to clients.
  • Uphold and maintain policies and procedures for program area.
  • Assist clients in skills of daily living/medication management.
  • Ensure appropriate records are completed and maintained, such as contact notes, incident reports, etc.Participate in staff training, staff/planning meetings.
  • Assist with safety and security of the Our House building Cleaning dutiesProvide Mental Health First Aid as neededParticipate in recreational activities.
  • Transporting clientsIntake Clients accessing shelterPrimary caseload of 4 to 6 clients & shared responsibility of other clients.
  • Light meal prepOther duties as requested by managment.

Skills

human servicestrauma informed caremedication managementMental Health First Aid

Ready to apply?

Install the ResuMinder extension and we'll auto-fill the application in seconds — no rewriting.

See how your CV scores