Closer to Home Community Services

Civic and Social Organizations51-200 employeesWebsite

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Closer to Home Community Services is a civic and social organization with 51-200 employees. The company is currently hiring for three open positions. Closer to Home Community Services has three open positions available: * **Awake Overnight (Coaldale):** This permanent, full-time, on-site position supports children and youth in a community group home. The primary responsibility is to provide awake and proactive overnight supervision. Responsibilities include implementing and documenting hourly room checks, investigating unusual nighttime activity, managing crises and escalated behaviors, using a trauma-informed approach, supporting children and youth's well-being, completing household tasks, transporting youth, supporting bedtime and early morning routines, and medication management. Applicants must adhere to workplace protocols regarding pets/service animals. * **Indigenous Awake Overnight (Calgary & Area):** This on-site position supports Indigenous children and youth in a culturally safe home. Responsibilities include ensuring safety, supporting skill acquisition, implementing room checks, investigating unusual nighttime activity, implementing skill development strategies, managing crises, documenting critical incident reports, focusing on family kinship and community inclusion, supporting children and youth's well-being, completing day-to-day household tasks, supporting morning routines, participating in supervision and meetings, and medication management. The role may require supporting other group homes. * **Facility Maintenance Worker:** This on-site position, primarily based in Calgary, oversees the upkeep and safety of all Closer to Home Community Services facilities, reporting to the Facility Maintenance Supervisor. Responsibilities include general maintenance and repairs in plumbing, electrical, and carpentry, repairing damage, conducting monthly inspections, emergency safety response, coordinating and supervising out-sourced trades, procuring supplies, managing vehicle maintenance, ensuring exterior safety, and documenting activities. Regional site support is also required, including Lethbridge and Medicine Hat. Based on the job descriptions, the following technologies and skills are utilized: * **Awake Overnight (Coaldale):** Trauma Informed Care, Crisis Management, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Organizational Skills, Compassion, Empathy, Teaching Family Model, Medication Management, Household Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Relationship Building, Adaptability, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Time Management * **Indigenous Awake Overnight (Calgary & Area):** Crisis Management, Communication, Cultural Responsiveness, Skill Development, Mental Well-being, Physical Well-being, Emotional Well-being, Spiritual Well-being, Detail Oriented, Organized, Team Collaboration, Household Management, Medication Management, Indigenous Knowledge, Family Kinship, Community Inclusion * **Facility Maintenance Worker:** Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Problem-Solving, Safety Compliance, Documentation, Vehicle Maintenance, Interpersonal Skills, Emergency Response, Project Coordination, Supply Procurement, Inspection, Maintenance Scheduling, Budget Management, Adaptability, Teamwork All three positions are on-site. The Awake Overnight positions involve overnight shifts, while the Facility Maintenance Worker position requires occasional travel to regional sites. Here are some frequently asked questions about working at Closer to Home Community Services and applying for these positions: 1. **What are the key qualifications for the Awake Overnight (Coaldale) position?** The position requires experience providing trauma-informed care, a willingness to work an unstructured week, a valid driver's license, a personal vehicle, a clean driving record, a Police Information Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search, and the ability to manage crisis situations. 2. **What is the focus of the Indigenous Awake Overnight (Calgary & Area) position?** This role is designed specifically for Indigenous youth and involves a deep understanding of Indigenous ways of knowing, being, connecting, and doing. 3. **What are the responsibilities of the Facility Maintenance Worker?** The Facility Maintenance Worker is responsible for general maintenance, repairs, conducting inspections, emergency response, vehicle maintenance, and supply procurement. 4. **Is a driver's license required for these positions?** Yes, a valid Class 5 Alberta driver’s license is required for the Awake Overnight (Coaldale) and Indigenous Awake Overnight (Calgary & Area) positions. The Facility Maintenance Worker position also requires a valid Class 5 Driver’s License and a clean driving record. 5. **What are the required competencies for all positions at Closer to Home Community Services?** All positions require the following five competencies: Instills Trust, Consumer Focus, Communicates Effectively, Situational Adaptability, and Ensures Accountability. 6. **How can I learn more about Closer to Home Community Services?** You can visit the organization's website at www.closertohome.com. 7. **What is the closing date for applications?** The closing date for applications is "until a suitable candidate is found" for all positions.