Residential Community Support Worker for the Indigenous Bail Residency Program

Ne-Chee Friendship Centre is hiring a Residential Community Support Worker for the Indigenous Bail Residency Program! For more information on this LEAP job posting, check out the details below!

The Ne-Chee Friendship Centre requires skilled individuals with the demonstrated ability to work independently as well as part of a team. The Residential Team of the Indigenous Bail Residency Program is to provide surety for those going through the Bail Supervision Program and to establish a holistic aftercare program for those within the residence. We offer a supportive living environment for those who have been released on bail while awaiting their court date.

Employer Name: Ne-Chee Friendship Centre
City: Kenora
Province: Ontario
Postal Code: P9N 1G5
Application Deadline: February 7, 2025
Email: hr@nechee.org
Hours of Work: Full-Time, Shift Work
Job Type: Full-Time
Wages: $26.00 - $27.50 hourly to start

Duties of this LEAP Job Posting:
  • Provide primary counselling, resource referrals, crisis intervention, conflict resolution and support to all residents
  • Maintain cooperative working relationships and liaison with various other service providers
  • Participate in the shift schedule rotation as part of our 24-hour staffing model
  • Assist in the overall security and maintenance of the residence
  • Be acquainted with each resident’s individual program plan, identify needs, recommend changes in individual program plans and provide assistance that is consistent with the overall plan for each individual
  • Provide case management support for residents including development of and weekly updates to the residents’ Plan of Care
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and statistics regarding all aspects of service delivery when requested
  • Work collaboratively with the Kenora Bail Verification & Supervision Program
  • Responsible for cooking as required for up to 28 residents at one time
  • Other duties as assigned by the Manager of Residential Services
Qualifications for this LEAP Job Posting:
  • Relevant training, job experience and/or education
  • Previous experience working with Indigenous persons and community organizations
  • Practical knowledge of Indigenous values, traditions, culture, and practices
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Proven time management skills, and ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
  • Highly organized and able to work with minimal supervision to meet deadlines
  • Able to speak Ojibway or Oji-Cree is an asset
  • Computer literacy is essential
  • First Aid/CPR training a definite asset
  • Positive attitude & capacity to act as a healthy lifestyle role model
How To Apply to this LEAP Job Posting:

Please submit your resume along with a cover letter to:

Brianna Boucha

Human Resources Manager

Ne-Chee Friendship Centre – 326 Second Street South, Kenora, ON P9N 1G5

Fax: (807) 468-5340

E-Mail: hr@nechee.org

 

Comprehensive benefit package including a pension plan

* A Current Vulnerable Persons Check will be required upon offer of employment

 

Preference will be given to Indigenous applicants. Please self-identify upon applying

 

We wish to thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be acknowledged.

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