Client Support Worker
Quick answer
WoodGreen is hiring a Client Support Worker (Toronto, ON) for a part-time, onsite position paying $21.36/hour to support seniors with homelessness and mental health/substance use challenges.
- Role
- Client Support Worker
- Organization
- WoodGreen
- Location
- 800 Vaughan Road, Toronto, ON
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $21.36/hour
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
WoodGreen is seeking a Client Support Worker to support seniors who have experienced homelessness and may be living with mental health and/or substance use challenges. The role involves providing emotional support, assisting with daily living, and fostering a supportive environment.
What you'll do
- Build positive, respectful relationships with program participants
- Deliver one-on-one support aligned with Coordinated Care Plans
- Participate in the intake process for new participants
- Monitor client progress and well-being
- Support goal setting and care planning
- Assist with activities of daily living
- Facilitate housing stabilization
- Encourage participation in community activities
- Collaborate with external service providers
- Respond to crises and distress behaviors
- Perform delegated health-related tasks
- Arrange and accompany clients to appointments and community activities
- Maintain accurate documentation and case notes
- Uphold health and safety standards
What it takes
- Social Service Worker diploma or other related education
- 2+ years’ experience supporting older adults with lived experience of homelessness, mental health concerns, and/or substance use
- Ability to interact effectively with high-risk, marginalized, and vulnerable individuals
- Demonstrated ability and experience dealing with aggressive behaviors and effective de-escalation and boundary-setting skills
- Demonstrated ability in written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Demonstrated ability in conflict resolution and crisis intervention skills
- Demonstrated use of good judgment
- Demonstrated competency with using computers, databases, and web-based applications
- Knowledge of geriatric and aging issues
- Knowledge of harm reduction approach
- Knowledge of Mental Health Act
- Knowledge of community resources and various systems in Toronto
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Health/dental/wellness benefits and group RRSP/Pension programs, for eligible employees
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located at 800 Vaughan Road, Toronto, ON, and is an onsite position.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is $21.36/hour.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a Social Service Worker diploma, 2+ years’ experience supporting older adults, and demonstrated ability in communication and crisis intervention skills.
How do I apply?
To apply, go to the WoodGreen Careers page at https://www.woodgreen.org/about-us/careers/ and submit your cover letter, resume, and answer a short questionnaire.
How to apply
Apply directly on WoodGreen's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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