Seniors Crisis Worker
Job Description
St. Matthew’s House (SMH) is a charitable not-for-profit multi-service agency. Services include emergency food, crisis intervention and outreach to seniors and vulnerable persons to support independent living. Clients include persons 55+ with limited or no income, persons living in poor health or with chronic conditions.
St. Matthew’s House seeks a Seniors Crisis Worker who is responsible for accepting referrals from internal and external agencies to connect isolated seniors to community supports. This role runs out of our main office but also has community engagement with clients (i.e. home visits) and connects these clients to existing supports or creating new opportunities based on the client’s needs.
Requirements & Prerequisites
The preferred candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience in a community service based non-profit organization, preferably in a role that works with vulnerable seniors. The successful candidate must possess a Diploma or Degree in social work/social services or gerontology. Sound knowledge of community resources and services for seniors is required. A valid certificate – Standard First Aid with Level C CPR, a clear criminal reference certificate and a Vulnerable Sector Screen are required.
How To Apply
Members of CUPE Local 5167 will be given first consideration for this opportunity
Please forward resume to Jobs at SMH – Seniors Isolation Worker by August 28, 2020 by 4:00pm, via email jobs@stmatthewshouse.ca or via fax to (905) 523-5553
Please note: Late applications will not be accepted
St. Matthew’s House is an equal opportunity employer.
We thank all applicants in advance but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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