Part-Time Caseworker

Company Overview

For over 75 years enCompass has been building safe and inclusive communities by supporting individuals to navigate change – and lead healthy, meaningful lives. We provide holistic services and wraparound supports that address the root causes of crime and social disorder. We do this through preventative and restorative activities including release planning, housing, safety planning, employment transition, education, substance recovery, cultural supports and more. By exemplifying care, compassion and understanding, we are laying the foundations for positive change.

We are a values-driven organization that supports clients from a strength-based approach. If your values are aligned with our core values listed at: https://myencompass.ca/about-us/who-we-are/ [https://myencompass.ca/about-us/who-we-are/], please consider joining our team.

Position Summary

Part-Time Case Workers provide on-going day to day support to the youth residing at The LOFT. Through the use of positive role modeling and effective communication skills, Part-Time Case Workers assist The LOFT youth in increasing their skills towards independence.

Responsibilities

• Completion of accurate written daily documentation (log book entries, contact notes, incident reports, medication book entries)
• Completion of referral and intake documentation
• Client Support:
• Deliver services in a client centered, strength-based approach consistent with unit philosophy
• Adapt services to meet the needs of diverse populations as per unit policy
• Conduct intake interviews
• Build collaborative relationships with youth
• Role model life skills, social skills, communication skills and conflict resolution
• Support youth to achieve goals as defined on their individual goal plans
• Encourage youth to engage in healthy lifestyle alternatives
• Transparently address current challenges with the youth
• Role model and assist the youth with self-advocacy
• Deliver services in accordance with unit and agency policies and procedures
• Ensure youth are aware of and understand House rules and respond accordingly
• Maintain a safe, secure environment
• Communicate pertinent information to supervisor and other staff as necessary
• Ensure maintenance and cleanliness of unit and property
• Liaise with guardians, program partners and other professionals
• Maintain positive relationships with community members (neighbors, visitors etc.) and report significant challenges/incidents to supervisor immediately
• Contribute to a positive culture by assisting and supporting colleagues as needed and encourage and teach others about the unit’s operations
• Practice agency mission, vision, values and guiding principles
• Maintain positive, professional working relationships with colleagues
• Participate in unit staff meetings
• Participate in core agency and additional ongoing training opportunities as directed and approved
• As directed by supervisor

Qualifications

• / Skills:
• Working towards a diploma in a related human services field
• 6 months experience working with youth
• Knowledge of harm reduction, addictions and strength-based philosophy
• Strong communication and relationship building skills
• Able to work within a team and effectively deal with crisis situations
• Able to work shift work including weekends, holidays and awake overnights
• Valid Standard First Aid and CPR certification
• Criminal Record Check and Child Intervention Check
• General computer knowledge (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook)
• A criminal record will not disqualify you from employment with us; we evaluate each application individually

Preferred Criteria

• Diploma or degree in a related human services field
• Certification in Suicide Intervention and Crisis Intervention Prevention
• Experience working in residential programs

Conditions of Employment

• Ability to work shift-based schedules, including weekday evenings, weekends, and a minimum of two overnight shifts per month
• Preference will be given to candidates with additional flexibility for weekday availability
• Availability to work weekends and statutory holidays is essential
• This role involves working independently and includes physical requirements such as standing, walking (including stairs), and occasional lifting

What We Offer

• The starting wage is $21.22 per hour. Shift differential will be paid for hours worked between midnight (12:00am) and 6:00 am.
• enCompass strives to provide a meaningful work environment through the following:
• Strong focus on employee wellness and work-life balance
• Service recognition and employee awards
• Professional development opportunities
• Staff team building and appreciation days
• Part-Time Health Spending Account (based on a minimum number of hours)

To apply, submit a résumé and cover letter in one PDF document.

Please include how you heard about the position in the cover letter. Resumes without a cover letter will not be considered.

Only those selected for interviews will be contacted

Building Safe, Inclusive Communities.

enCompass is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from people of Indigenous heritage, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds