Halfway house worker at John Howard Society of Newfoundland and Labrador — NeverHard

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 75 hours bi-weekly Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year or equivalent experience Work site environment Corrections Work setting Urban area Half-way house Community agency Tasks Prepare reports or case histories Administrative and office activities Perform administrative tasks Implement life skills workshops Refer offenders to community and social services programs Housekeeping activities Food preparation Provide suicide and crisis intervention Resolve conflict situations Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses Assist offenders in pre-release and release planning Implement behaviour management programs Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients Maintain program statistics for purposes of evaluation and research Screen, recruit and train volunteers and support staff Accompany clients to appointments and social outings Supervision 16-20 people Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) Mental health first aid Certificate Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate Cultural Awareness Training First Aid Certificate CPR Certificate Target audience Males Computer and technology knowledge Electronic mail Area of work experience Community service organization Security and safety Enhanced reliability security clearance Criminal record check Vulnerable sector check Transportation/travel information Own transportation Work conditions and physical capabilities Ability to work independently Fast-paced environment Work under pressure Attention to detail Weight handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs) Personal suitability Accurate Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Interpersonal awareness Judgement Values and ethics Client focus Excellent written communication Flexibility Initiative Team player Organized Adaptability Screening questions Are you available for shift or on-call work? Do you have experience working in this field? Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting? Employment terms options Early morning Employment terms options Evening Shift Morning Night On call Day Weekend Health benefits Dental plan Disability benefits Health care plan Paramedical services coverage Vision care benefits Financial benefits As per collective agreement Other benefits Free parking available On-site amenities Team building opportunities