Residential Support Worker (Support Mentor)

Program: Purpose Build

Closing Date: Open until filled

Wage: Up to $18.45 Hourly (Based on qualifications) along with an additional $3.50/hr. Elie Premium.

Open Positions:

2023-RSM264: FT Monday to Friday: 7am to 3pm

2023-RSM164: PT Saturday & Sunday: 7am-3pm

2023-RSM376: FT Perm: Wk1: Tuesday-Friday: 7:30am-7:30pm/ Wk2: Monday, Saturday & Sunday: 7:30am-7:3pm

2023-RSM361: PT Perm: Week 1: Wednesday, Thursday & Friday: 7.30am-7.30pm

Location: Elie, MB

About Life’s Journey Inc:

Formed in 2005, Life’s Journey Inc. (formally known as FASD Life’s Journey Inc.) is a non-profit Social Services Agency that provides support to individuals who are impacted by neuro-developmental disorders, including Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. Life’s Journey strives towards a workforce that has fair representation of the community that we serve.

As a Residential Support Mentor, you will provide direct support to those individuals within our Residential Program.

As a Residential Support Mentor, you will:

· Understand and familiarize with participant’s care plans

· Administer Participant medications & PRNS as required

· Assist the participants during times of crisis;

· Complete daily general duties assigned to each shift in the residence; including but not limited to: meal planning and preparation (cooking), maintenance of home and premises (cleaning),

· Maintain a close working relationship with the Clinical team to ensure participant’s needs are being met

As a Successful Candidate you will possess the following Qualifications and Experience:

· Previous experience working with individuals living with severe Mental Health

· Previously experience working with individuals who engage in substance use

· At least two years’ experience in a related role

· High School Diploma or GED required

· An understanding of Manitoba Licensing Legislation and Regulations

· Ability to present a Satisfactory Child and Adult Abuse Registry check, satisfactory Criminal Record Check (vulnerable sector search) and a satisfactory Driver’s Abstract and Driver’s License.

· A reliable vehicle for work

· Hold a valid First Aid CPR Certificate

· The ability to attend work regularly as scheduled or requested.

· An understanding or previous experience with Harm Reduction techniques

· Strong communication skills: Written and Verbal (English)

· Ability to build strong, positive and professional relationships with others

· Demonstrate cultural knowledge competence and participate in agency training for development.

· A safe and reliable vehicle with proof of appropriate insurance on vehicle (at least $2 Million, Third Party Liability)

How to Apply:

Please submit a current resume to our careers email.

We thank all those who apply, but only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Salary: Up to $18.45 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Application question(s):

• Are you available to work 12 hour shifts?

Education:

• Secondary School (required)

Licence/Certification:

• 5F Drivers License (required)
• First Aid CPR Certificate (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2021-06-24