Saturday, May 15, 2010

Job Opportunity For Dartmouth Live In Support Person

DARTMOUTH LIVE IN SUPPORT PERSON

~An opportunity to work in community mental health~

Connections Halifax is looking for an individual or couple to provide support to people living independently in the community.

As support person, you will live in your own apartment in the same building as the people you are supporting. Your hours of work will be in the evenings, when you will help develop the community aspects of the building and provide various informal supports to approximately 5 tenants. You will also be required to be available throughout the night in your own unit, during which you can sleep unless otherwise needed. Your time off will be everyday during the daytime hours as well as 2 nights a week off.

The ideal candidate will have excellent communications skills based on flexibility, openness and warmth, and a strong capacity to develop relationships with a variety of people. You will work closely with Connections Halifax staff in carrying out all responsibilities of this position.

The position is located in North End Dartmouth and offers rent, basic utilities, a stipend and vacation time.

Forward resumes with cover letter:

Att: Cheyenne Smythe

Cheyenne.Smythe@cdha.nshealth.ca

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled

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