Current jobs related to Link to: #25.13 Housing Support Care Aide - Geelong, Victoria - Our Place Society
-
Care Aide – Housing Support
2 weeks ago
Geelong, Victoria, Australia beBee Careers Full timeHousing Support SpecialistWe are seeking a dedicated professional to join our team as a Housing Support Specialist.About the Role:In this role, you will be responsible for providing direct support to individuals in need, assisting with daily living activities and developing personalized care plans.Key Responsibilities:Conduct assessments to identify...
-
Housing Support Professional
1 week ago
Geelong, Victoria, Australia beBee Careers Full timeHousing Support Care AideThis role is ideal for individuals passionate about supporting vulnerable populations in achieving independent living. As a Housing Support Care Aide, you will be responsible for providing essential life skills training, advocating for residents' needs, and maintaining a safe and welcoming environment.Key Responsibilities:Contribute...
-
Housing Support Specialist
2 weeks ago
Geelong, Victoria, Australia beBee Careers Full timeHousing Support Care AideThis role involves providing essential support to individuals in need, promoting their well-being and independence.Key Responsibilities:Assist residents with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and medication management.Develop and implement personalized care plans to meet the unique needs of each resident.Provide...
-
Housing Support Specialist
2 weeks ago
Geelong, Victoria, Australia beBee Careers Full timeHousing Support Care Aide Responsibilities\In this role, you will be responsible for providing direct care and support to residents, assisting with daily living skills and promoting independence. Key responsibilities include:\\Conducting assessments and developing individualized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and external...
-
Housing Support Advocate
1 week ago
Geelong, Victoria, Australia beBee Careers Full timeAs a Housing Support Care Aide, you will play a critical role in supporting residents to achieve their goals and live independently.Your key responsibilities will include:Providing emotional support and guidance to residents, promoting a sense of hope and belongingWorking collaboratively with colleagues to develop and implement care plans that meet resident...
-
Geelong, Victoria, Australia Our Place Society Full timeThis posting is open to all qualified applicants.Our Place Society (OPS) is an organization founded on inclusive and progressive Christian values and principles. We are driven by our values: hope and belonging, teamwork, unconditional love and safety. We work as a team to create a nurturing atmosphere of home and family, where all are welcome. A team...
-
Mental Health and Housing Support Professional
2 weeks ago
Geelong, Victoria, Australia beBee Careers Full timeIn this role, you will assess clients' housing needs, link them with relevant services, and advocate on their behalf to ensure access to necessary support. You will also utilize brokerage funds to assist clients in accessing emergency accommodation, private rental housing, and other essential services.The ideal candidate will possess a tertiary qualification...
-
Geelong, Victoria, Australia Launch Housing Limited Full timeWhy join Launch HousingLaunch Housing is an independent Melbourne based community organisation passionately committed to ending homelessness. From providing high quality housing and an innovative range of support, education and employment services, we bring solutions to homelessness under one roof for thousands at risk of, or experiencing the crisis and...
-
Supportive Housing Professional
6 days ago
Geelong, Victoria, Australia beBee Careers Full timeHousing Shelter Support WorkerThis posting is open to all qualified applicants.We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Housing/Shelter Support Worker to join our team. The successful candidate will participate in identifying clients' problems, needs, and risks, and provide individualized counseling sessions using evidence-based techniques.The...
-
Supportive Housing Advocate
4 days ago
Geelong, Victoria, Australia beBee Careers Full timeJob Description:The Housing/Shelter Support Worker is a vital role in providing support to residents and shelter users. This position requires a strong understanding of social services, crisis intervention techniques, and harm reduction approaches.The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and be able to work...
Link to: #25.13 Housing Support Care Aide
1 month ago
About Our Place Society
We are a organization founded on inclusive and progressive Christian values and principles. Our core values include hope and belonging, teamwork, unconditional love and safety. We strive to create a nurturing atmosphere of home and family, where all are welcome.
Housing Support Care Aide Role
The Housing Support Care Aide participates directly in identifying clients' problems, needs and risks. They provide support with basic life skills building in problem areas, engage residents in services and programs, and advocate for them towards independent living.
Key Responsibilities
Resident and Program Needs:
- Contributes to resident support/care plan development and modification. Provides input to Island Health teams and detox/treatment program plans.
- Develops short-term intervention plans within program guidelines. Implements one-on-one support and collaborates with outside agencies as needed.
- Evaluates intervention plan effectiveness and reports client progress. Discusses concerns with the Supervisor to resolve identified problems and move towards objectives.
- Builds rapport and professional relationships with residents.
- Performs wellness checks with other Housing Support Workers.
- Assists residents at mealtimes and distributes personal hygiene supplies.
- Maintains mobility aids and assists residents with activities like room cleans.
- Encourages independent action in daily living activities such as dressing, laundry, bathing, and grooming.
- Participates in social and therapeutic activities for residents.
- Gathers information relevant to clients' problems, needs and risks through interviewing and observation.
- Maintains resident files, log notes, and provides reports on unusual behavior or physical changes.
- Assists with laundry and maintains on-site laundry rooms.
- Supports residents in developing independent life skills.
- Stays informed about laws and legislation affecting residents.
- Utilizes de-escalation skills to mitigate challenging situations.
- Maintains professional boundaries while displaying empathy and compassion.
- Responds to medical emergencies and provides first aid as needed.
Skills and Abilities:
- Basic computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite knowledge.
- Training in non-violent crisis intervention techniques and harm reduction approach.
- Knowledge of community resources and services available to residents.
- Ability to work independently and show initiative and creativity.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills.
- Physical ability to perform duties of the position.
Qualifications
Education and Knowledge:
- Nursing Assistant Program graduation or equivalent. Current BC Care Aide and Community Registration.
Training and Experience:
- A minimum of one year recent related experience.
Working Conditions/Compensation:
Shifts: Part time, Sunday to Monday, 1pm to 9pm
Compensation: $31.56 to $33.49 per hour, plus 5% in lieu of paid holidays.
Benefits: Vacation is accrued at a rate of 6% or in accordance with your length of service as per the collective agreement (Article 18.1). Access to our EAP (Employee Assistance Program).
This position requires union membership.
