Permanent Full Time Community Caseworker
Permanent Full Time Community Caseworker
Permanent Full Time Community Caseworker
File No: OP-24-162
Date Posted: August 21, 2024
Closing Date: Until Filled
Location: Residential and Community Residences
Date of Vacancy: September 2, 2024
Hours of Work: 80 hours per pay
Wage: Hourly:$32.02 – $33.16
Annually: $66,603 – $68,966
POSITION: To provide support to individuals with a developmental disability, families and care givers in a community setting consistent with Ongwanada’s Vision and Mission. Provide case management support and promote the Host Family Program.
DUTIES:
- Providing regular visits to Persons Served/family and Host Family providers to provide counseling, support and problem-solving assistance;
- Providing support to Persons Served/families/Host Family providers in emergency situations, i.e., illness/death;
- Escorting & supporting individuals during medical appointments, banking and other activities as assigned;
- Advocating on behalf of Persons Served to ensure that the appropriate community support systems are in place;
- Providing social and life skills training to in developing community living skills;
- Developing and coordinating Support Plans;
- Developing and coordinating Behavioral Support Plans;
- Coordinating and accessing community support for Persons Served;
- Ensuring all documentation is maintained as per standards;
- Monitoring medications and treatments.
- Presenting to community groups, agencies and other interested parties;
- Advertising for new Host Family homes as required;
- Recruiting, screening and orientating potential new Host Family providers.
Performs other auxiliary duties as assigned. (5%)
For the complete position description, please contact Human Resources through careers@ongwanada.com
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
- Graduate from a Social Sciences Program and / or equivalent training and experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities;
- Incumbent must have current CPR/First Aid certificates and complete re-certification as per Ongwanada standards;
- Incumbent must have successfully completed a Pharmacology course deemed acceptable to Ongwanada and maintain medication training in keeping with Ongwanada policies;
- Must possess a valid G Driving License with full driving privileges, insurances and have access to own vehicle;
- Must successfully complete and maintain Non-Violent Crisis Interventions Training as per Ongwanada policies;
- Excellent interpersonal skills; good oral and written communication skills;
- Good judgment and organizational skills;
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision;
- Ability to work flexible hours as approved and required;
- Competent computer skills and experience working in a case management setting an asset.
Please submit a Cover Letter & Resume quoting file number by 4 pm on the noted closing date to:
Human Resources Specialist
Ongwanada
191 Portsmouth Avenue
Kingston, ON K7M 8A6
Fax (613) 548-8135
Email: careers@ongwanada.com