Client Care Worker Trainee

Background

Na-Me-Res (Native Men's Residence) located in Toronto, is a diverse, multi-service organization. Through a culture-based approach that addresses the holistic needs of its clients, Na-Me-Res' mission is to provide temporary, transitional and permanent housing to Indigenous men experiencing homelessness in Toronto, while providing outreach and support services to the broader Indigenous homeless population.

Main Function

As a Client Care Worker Trainee, you will, in partnership with other members of the Client Care Team, support the delivery of assisting and supporting clients, develop a plan which will address their physical, mental, emotional and spiritual needs.

Duties and Responsibilities

To assist in the following:

• Assists in Care Plan delivery
• Ensuring safety and well-being of clients
• Assisting clients address any immediate needs, e.g. hygiene, medical, emotional, etc.
• Coordinate ongoing client housekeeping activities
• When required assist in crisis management and de-escalation of conflicts abiding by protocols and reporting requirements
• Assist with maintenance duties as required
• Completes necessary documentation in an accurate and timely manner
• Any other duties that may be required

Qualifications

• Ability to work under pressure
• Eligible to register with Miziwe Biik Aboriginal Employment and Training
• Good written, oral and communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Successful candidate to provide a Police reference check as a condition of employment
• Knowledge of Native traditions and culture
• Sound knowledge of community agencies and resources
• Experience of working in the non-profit/charitable sector
• An understanding of the circumstances & issues affecting client group (i.e. addictions, homelessness, trauma, harm reduction, racism and discrimination)

Na-Me-Res encourages First Nation, Inuit, and Métis applicants to apply and please identify in their cover letter and connections to their community. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be connected. If you are invited to an interview and require accommodation, we will make every effort to accommodate you.

How to Apply

A resume, cover letter, and references can be sent to:

Email: jobs@nameres.org

Fax: (416) 652-3138

Mail: Na-Me-Res (Native Men's Residence) Human Resources 26 Vaughan Road, Toronto, ON M6G 2C4

Hand delivered applications will not be accepted.