FULL TIME OVERNIGHT SUPPORT WORKER BEDFORD HOUSE

The Agency

The Calgary John Howard Society (CJHS) is a charity that reduces crime and makes Calgary communities safer by helping youth and adults make positive changes and move away from criminal behaviour. We do this by addressing the root causes of crime through housing, education, employment programs and support so that individuals have alternatives to breaking the law. CJHS is committed to restorative justice and an organizational environment that recognizes the dignity and worth of each person. CJHS values diversity and inclusion and welcomes qualified applicants from all walks of life.

The Program

Bedford House is a community-based residential facility (CRF) that provides housing, ongoing counselling, support and connections to appropriate community services to men who are on federal conditional release. Staffed 24 hours a day, Bedford House is apartment-style living.

The Position

The Overnight Support Worker is responsible for: supervising residents and the facility in accordance with written policy; performing all general shift duties; maintaining strong written/verbal communication; maintaining a flexible approach in meeting the needs of the residents while maintaining the safety of the community; and being prepared and physically able to deal with routine/crisis situations.

The Overnight Support Worker must have strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a team setting; some post-secondary education or equivalent experience; good verbal and written communication skills, problem-solving and decision making skills; the ability to set and maintain professional boundaries; and knowledge regarding trauma-informed care. A current criminal record check (CPIC) is required.

The shifts are awake overnights, 9:00 p.m.- 7:00 a.m. on Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays.

Job will be posted until a suitable candidate is found.

The Calgary John Howard Society thanks all applicants;however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.