Direct Support Worker Level 1

About Choose Life Ministry

Choose Life Ministry provides faith-based, trauma-informed recovery support for women through our Homestead for Hope residential program. Our team walks alongside residents through the hardest season of their lives.

Duties

Provide day-to-day support, encouragement and accountability to residents

Facilitate and supervise daily routines, chores and programming

Document resident progress, incidents and shift notes

Support residents at appointments, meetings and community activities

Maintain a safe, clean and welcoming home environment

Uphold confidentiality, boundaries and program policies at all times

Qualifications

Grade 12 or equivalent

Genuine heart for women in recovery and alignment with our Christian faith values

Strong interpersonal, listening and de-escalation skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including evenings, nights and weekends

Current criminal record check with vulnerable sector search

Valid driver's licence

Assets

Experience in addictions, mental health, social work or a related field

First Aid / CPR, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, Mental Health First Aid

Lived experience of recovery (minimum two years of sustained sobriety)

Working Conditions

Work takes place in a residential home setting with rotating shifts, including overnights and weekends. The role can be emotionally demanding and requires physical activity such as walking, standing and light lifting.