SUPPORTED CLUSTER HOUSING
Job Description
SUPPORTED CLUSTER HOUSING - Community Resource Worker
New Directions is a social service agency offering a wide range of resources and services that foster people's hopes and dreams in their communities.
Supported Cluster Housing (SCH) is one of the many services offered by New Directions. Cluster Housing provides independent living supports to people who may have intellectual disabilities and/or mental health issues, and who experience barriers to living independently in the community.
We are currently seeking a Community Resource Worker to join our team. Position details are as follows:
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
(80 hours/bi-weekly)
7am - 3pm
7am - 3pm
7am - 3pm
7am - 3pm
OFF
OFF
7am - 3pm
Job Responsibilities Include: (But are not limited to)
- Monitoring and securing housing buildings to ensure the safety of all tenants
- Supporting individuals through crisis situations, and who may be in conflict with the law and struggling with addictions.
- Ensuring visitors do not enter the buildings
- Responding to crisis situations and/or contacting 911 (if visitors do not leave or in case of emergency)
- Ensuring tenants do not damage the property
- Conducting thorough regular and exit walk throughs of the buildings, reporting anything out of the ordinary, and ensuring doors are all locked and areas are secure
- Completing detailed reports and shift logs upon completion of every shift
- Empowering individuals to maintain independent living situations in a cluster housing model.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent. Preference will be given to candidates with post-secondary education in the area(s) of disability services, addictions, mental health, and related education.
- Minimum 1 year of experience working with people with intellectual disabilities is required
- Experience working with people with mental health barriers preferred
- Effective problem-solving ability & strong communication skills
- The ability to work independently and as a part of a team
- First Aid/CPR and NVCI training will be provided.
- Valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver's License and access to a vehicle
The salary range for this Full-time 80-hour bi-weekly position is $ to $ per hour, dependent upon education and/or experience. A full benefits package (which include Health and Dental Benefits, Long Term Disability Benefits, and a Pension Plan) is provided to regular full-time staff. The anticipated start date for this position is March 1st, 2026.
The successful candidate will be subject to Criminal Record and Adult/Child Abuse Registry Checks; and must supply a current driver's abstract when a Driver's Licence is required.
This position is a part of the UFCW Local 832 Union Collective Agreement
The closing date for all applications is February 19th, 2026
We thank all applicants for their interest in New Directions, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Unfortunately, we cannot accept telephone inquiries.
New Directions is committed to equity and diversity and especially welcomes applications from persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and newcomers to Canada. We strive for a skilled workforce that reflects the diversity of the people we support and contributes to the diversification of ideas.
Accommodations for accessibility purposes are available for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
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