Justice Direct Support Worker

Responsibilities

• Provide support and supervision to residents to ensure emotional, psychological, and physical needs are met
• Monitor resident activities, curfews, and security cameras to maintain a safe residential environment
• Perform regular facility checks, including wellness checks, room checks, and security rounds
• Document daily activities, resident behaviors, and incidents in logbooks and incident reports
• Assist in connecting clients with community health supports and resources
• Prepare and present shift exchanges to ensure consistency in care and information sharing
• Administer medication to residents and respond to medical emergencies as required
• Maintain professional boundaries and follow all program policies and procedures

Requirements

• Post-secondary diploma in Corrections, Social Justice, Addictions, or a related field
• Minimum of one year of experience working with provincial or federal clientele
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
• First Aid/CPR and Mental Health First Aid certifications
• Ability to pass CSC Personnel Screening, including Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector checks
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to lift objects up to 30 lbs and walk up three flights of stairs

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within the field of Mental Health and Addictions
• Training in Trauma-Informed Care, De-escalation, or Narcan/Naloxone administration
• Demonstrated understanding of the Behaviour Based Model
• Awareness of Indigenous culture

About the Company

The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda for more than 130 years. As a faith- and values-based organization, we provide necessities such as food, clothing, and shelter, while supporting those experiencing unemployment, addiction, and family challenges. We are dedicated to sharing hope, service, dignity, and stewardship in everything we do.