Residential Support Staff - Part Time Overnight

About the Role and Stonehenge Therapeutic Community:

Our Residential Support Staff (RSS) provide support to clients attending our longer-term residential addiction treatment program in Guelph. Our approach to treatment is a group approach, based around peer support and mutual self help. Our team contributes to our clients' recovery journey by demonstrating positive and healthy behaviours (role modelling), engaging in supportive counselling, containment and crisis intervention, and participating alongside residents in community living activities (participating in mealtimes and outdoor recreation activities).

The Part Time Overnight RSS team will be scheduled for 3 shifts per week (30 hrs), which some weekday shifts as well as working every second weekend (Saturday and Sunday), on a set rotation. Hours of work are scheduled from 10pm to 8am. Overnight staff are eligible for enrollment in the Agency's health/dental benefit plan.

This is an excellent opportunity for those interested in a career in social work or counselling to work in and learn about a unique model of treatment.

 Number of positions available: 2

Why Work for Us:

Enhanced vacation entitlements for all staff

Longer shifts - shorter work week

Paid breaks

Health Benefits available for overnight staff (no employee co-pay required!)

Professional development opportunities

An opportunity to work in and learn about a specialized approach to addiction treatment and recovery

Role Responsibilities:

Residential Client Support

Supervise residents in daily activities as well as monitoring outings and visits

Provide mental health and crisis support

Support full time staff to monitor the treatment centre during evenings, weekends, and overnights

Interact with residents consistent with individual treatment needs and treatment plans

Lead and participate in programs

Administrative supports for residents

Facilitate crisis intervention and supportive counseling/containment

Facilitate recreational and psycho-educational program areas in a therapeutic community context

Conduct bed checks (overnight only)

Provide medication to residents and complete related documentation

Maintain professional boundaries and relationships

Make referrals to internal and/or external programs or services, as appropriate

Transportation of clients off property to scheduled appointments, in support of program activities (outings) and to attend medical treatment on an as needed basis

Support planned and unplanned resident discharges

Residential Centre Support

Perform light housekeeping chores including laundry, clean staff offices, etc.

Support Health and Safety practices

Provide peer mentorship and coaching to the team

Conduct/inform staff briefing in between shifts

Attend all mandatory training programs and team meetings

Complete required documentation such as the Communication Log, program notes and Incident Reports

Liaise and support Therapeutic Community staff

Prepare for and attend regularly scheduled clinical supervisions

Qualifications:

Completion of or enrollment in a Post-Secondary program relevant to mental health, addiction or Social Services (College Diploma or University Degree)

Minimum six months of progressive experience in addictions or mental health; experience in concurrent disorders or trauma informed practice an asset

Previous experience in residential treatment an asset

Previous experience with justice-involved individuals an asset

Food Handlers Certification is an asset

Lived experience related to addictions and/or mental health an asset

CSC Clearance conducted by PWGS Canada

Standard First Aid/CPR Level C

Reliable vehicle/own transportation – not on a bus route

Must be able to attend work (travel to Residential Centres) within an hour when requested and when notified of work

Posting will be open until all positions are filled.

We look forward to meeting you!

STC accommodates the needs of applicants throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the (AODA) and Human Rights legislation. Should you require, accommodation can be made at any point, upon request.

Stonehenge Therapeutic Community recognizes that diversity strengthens our community. We are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. We believe in equitable opportunities for all and encourage cultural diversity as part of the recruitment and selection processes.  We welcome applications from qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives to enrich our collective growth and learning.