Employment Opportunities
Casual Support Worker – Weekends, Overnights and Holidays
The Program:
Horizon House is a community residential facility (CRF) that provides housing, support and supervision to federal offenders (male and female) upon their conditional release to the community. We work to successfully reintegrate offenders into the community, and to assess and mitigate risk during the process of reintegration.
The Position:
The casual support worker is responsible for completing day to day clerical tasks, and for monitoring and documenting residents' movement in the house as well as for the verification/tracking of residents' daily activities in the community. The successful candidate will be a team player who displays strong professional boundaries. They will feel comfortable interacting with offenders convicted of a wide range of offenses, and will possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. A basic understanding of community corrections and familiarity with addictions and/or mental health disorders would be a great asset.
Hours and Compensation:
Applicants must be willing and able to work shift work (8 to 10 hour shifts). Only applicants who have a flexible schedule and are available for weekends and overnight shifts will be considered. Applicants should clearly indicate their availability upon applying. Compensation for this position starts at a minimum hourly rate of $18.00/hr but may be negotiable based on experience and suitability. Training wage will be discussed with the successful candidate prior to their start date.
Requirements:
· The ability to obtain a clean advanced criminal record check
· Standard First Aid/CPR
· A post-secondary certificate/diploma (or equivalent) in a relevant human services field
How to Apply:
Submit your cover letter and resume to Kristyn:
· Via email to kristynh@jhsrd.ca
· Via fax (Attn: Kristyn): 1-403-986-3561
*This posting will remain open until an appropriate candidate is found.*
The Program:
Horizon House is a community residential facility (CRF) that provides housing, support and supervision to federal offenders (male and female) upon their conditional release to the community. We work to successfully reintegrate offenders into the community, and to assess and mitigate risk during the process of reintegration.
The Position:
The casual support worker is responsible for completing day to day clerical tasks, and for monitoring and documenting residents' movement in the house as well as for the verification/tracking of residents' daily activities in the community. The successful candidate will be a team player who displays strong professional boundaries. They will feel comfortable interacting with offenders convicted of a wide range of offenses, and will possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. A basic understanding of community corrections and familiarity with addictions and/or mental health disorders would be a great asset.
Hours and Compensation:
Applicants must be willing and able to work shift work (8 to 10 hour shifts). Only applicants who have a flexible schedule and are available for weekends and overnight shifts will be considered. Applicants should clearly indicate their availability upon applying. Compensation for this position starts at a minimum hourly rate of $18.00/hr but may be negotiable based on experience and suitability. Training wage will be discussed with the successful candidate prior to their start date.
Requirements:
· The ability to obtain a clean advanced criminal record check
· Standard First Aid/CPR
· A post-secondary certificate/diploma (or equivalent) in a relevant human services field
How to Apply:
Submit your cover letter and resume to Kristyn:
· Via email to kristynh@jhsrd.ca
· Via fax (Attn: Kristyn): 1-403-986-3561
*This posting will remain open until an appropriate candidate is found.*
Central Alberta Drug Treatment Court Services
Position: Drug Screeners (PT–Contractor)
The Agency
The John Howard Society of Red Deer is a non-profit organization working to promote community harmony through the advocation of human dignity and social justice. We support and serve those involved in the justice system through a restorative process and believe in treating every person with fairness, dignity and compassion while holding each person accountable for their own behavior.
The Project
Central Alberta Drug Treatment Court Services offers community-based treatment support services to the participants of the Central Alberta Drug Treatment Court -Provincial Court of Alberta – program. Working together within a multi-disciplinary team, the Drug Treatment Court program involves a process of intensive judicial supervision, treatment, rehabilitation, and community reintegration for individuals who have become involved in the criminal justice system as a result of their substance use disorder. The program works in partnership with multiple government ministries, community agencies, and organizations to provide the link to resources for participants.
The Position
Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the Drug Screener will provide regular and random observed drug screening (training provided) to the above-mentioned population. This screening occurs both on-site and in the participant home at scheduled and varying hours, 365 days a year. The Drug Screener will follow standardized procedures for screening and documentation.
Note: Due to the sensitive and personal nature of drug screening, these are gender matched positions. We currently seek one female and one male.
As an ideal candidate you will have:
Mandatory Requirements
Desirable provisions
Interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume attention to Trish McAllister-Hall at trishm@jhsrd.ca.
This posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
The John Howard Society of Red Deer thanks all applicants; however only those considered for interviews will be contacted.
Position: Drug Screeners (PT–Contractor)
The Agency
The John Howard Society of Red Deer is a non-profit organization working to promote community harmony through the advocation of human dignity and social justice. We support and serve those involved in the justice system through a restorative process and believe in treating every person with fairness, dignity and compassion while holding each person accountable for their own behavior.
The Project
Central Alberta Drug Treatment Court Services offers community-based treatment support services to the participants of the Central Alberta Drug Treatment Court -Provincial Court of Alberta – program. Working together within a multi-disciplinary team, the Drug Treatment Court program involves a process of intensive judicial supervision, treatment, rehabilitation, and community reintegration for individuals who have become involved in the criminal justice system as a result of their substance use disorder. The program works in partnership with multiple government ministries, community agencies, and organizations to provide the link to resources for participants.
The Position
Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the Drug Screener will provide regular and random observed drug screening (training provided) to the above-mentioned population. This screening occurs both on-site and in the participant home at scheduled and varying hours, 365 days a year. The Drug Screener will follow standardized procedures for screening and documentation.
Note: Due to the sensitive and personal nature of drug screening, these are gender matched positions. We currently seek one female and one male.
As an ideal candidate you will have:
Mandatory Requirements
- Minimum two years of experience in the last 5 years working with vulnerable populations
- A background in law enforcement, corrections, or specimen collection and/or related human services experience.
- A valid driver’s license, registration, insurance, and a reliable vehicle
- The ability to work flexible/varying hours including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Strong ethics, accountability, and adherence to standards of practice.
Desirable provisions
- Experience with drug screening practices and specimen collection
- Self-motivated and able to manage own schedule.
- Have a strong interest or experience in working with addictions and/or the criminal justice system.
- ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training)
- First Aid with CPR
Interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume attention to Trish McAllister-Hall at trishm@jhsrd.ca.
This posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
The John Howard Society of Red Deer thanks all applicants; however only those considered for interviews will be contacted.
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