Ganohkwasra Transportation Worker

Company: Ganohkwasra Family Assault Support Services

Please Note:  All applicants must be willing to provide service in a holistic environment that encompasses men, women, and children.

 

CLOSING DATE: Friday May 8^th, by 4:30 pm

 

STARTING SALARY:   $28.28 per hour

 

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Under the direction of the Operational Services Supervisor, the Transportation relief worker is responsible providing safe transportation for Ganohkwasra clients/residents; transporting client/resident to and from their session or residence; document and report any occurrences that may happen while transporting Ganohkwasra client/resident ; call the proper authorities when there is a potentially dangerous situation or emergency while transporting Ganohkwasra client/resident; conduct and maintain administrative duties; and promote a supportive, respectful and harmonious team environment.

 

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (O.S.S.D)
• Understanding of the impact of family violence on the individual, family, clan, nation and community. 

• Knowledge of Haudenosaunee history, culture and customs.
• Must provide three written letters of reference

• Must provide a current Criminal Records Search including a Vulnerable Sector Screening Report
• Must possess a valid G class Driver’s License and provide a proven safe driving record as indicated by a Driver Record Search
• Preference will be given to applicants of Native ancestry 

 

DIRECTION:

To be considered, applications MUST include a cover letter, resume, and 3 current letters of reference.  All documents should clearly state the position applying for.  Please indicate “CONFIDENTIAL” AND “ATTENTION HUMAN RESOURCES” and the position applying for on the envelope. Only successful candidates will be contacted. 

 

Mail to:                        Ganohkwasra Family Assault Support Services

P.O. Box 250

Ohsweken, ON

N0A 1M0

 

Deliver to:                    1781 Chiefswood Rd.

Ohsweken, ON

 

Email to:                      bthomas@ganohkwasra.com

 

Fax to:                         519-445-4825

 

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS

 

Employees will be required to expand and enhance her/his knowledge, abilities and personal suitability and be able to demonstrate/implement these requirements on an ongoing basis.

 

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

• S.S.D
• Knowledgeable of Haudenosaunee culture.
• Understanding of the impact of family violence on the individual, family, clan, nation and community.
• Must be able to provide a current Criminal Record Search including a Vulnerable Sector Search
• Must provide Driver’s Record Search
• Preference will be given to candidates of Native ancestry
• To complete UMAB training when available

 

KNOWLEDGE:

• Ganohkwasra’s mission, objectives and philosophies
• Understanding of the dynamics of family violence and its effects on individuals, family and community
• Have safe driving skills
• May require sitting for long periods of time
• Haudenosaunee culture and language
• Colonization and the impact on the community

 

ABILITY:

• to work independently
• ability to work a variety of age groups
• to effectively communicate at a high level, both orally and in writing
• to apply quality time management skills
• to assess, prioritize and complete multiple responsibilities
• to problem-solve
• to conduct oneself in a professional manner and exercise excellent interpersonal skills with the public, Ganohkwasra residents and clients
• ability to provide safe transportation to Ganohkwasra clients/residents

 

 

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:

• objective, respectful and sensitive in the performance of all duties
• able to work in a highly stressful environment
• punctual, dependable and reliable
• available to work flexible hours
• able to maintain healthy personal and professional boundaries with all individuals
• personal and professional ethics, responsibility, initiative and co-operation
• cooperates and works well with others to foster teamwork
• commitment to a personal therapeutic process/healing journey including appropriate support systems, if necessary
• personal and professional ethics, for example, responsibility, attitude, initiative and co-operation

 

DETAILED STATEMENT OF DUTIES

 

Under the direction of the Operational Services Manager, the Security Guard shall adhere to the Ganohkwasra Minimal Standards and is responsible for: 

 

Conducting and maintaining administrative duties by:

• submitting annual work and training plans

• adhering to and abiding by the contents of the Ganohkwasra Family Assault Support Services Operations Manual
• completing monthly reports and year end reports including statistical data
• participating in and being prepared for supervision sessions
• attending all mandatory meetings and trainings
• submitting all internal and external documentation to immediate supervisor for review and signature
• Completing vehicle maintenance logs
• Reviewing daily transportation schedule

 

Ensuring Ganohkwasra vehicles are kept safe and tidy by:

• Completing vehicle safety inspections on all Ganohkwasra vehicles
• Cleaning any garbage or food out of Ganohkwasra vehicles
• Washing Ganohkwasra vehicle using wash cards provided
• Driving in a safe manner that abides with the highway traffic act
• Filling Ganohkwasra vehicle with gas at end of shift if below half a tank remaining

 

 

Ensuring Ganohkwasra Clients/Residents are kept safe by:

• Completing an Unusual Occurrence report when necessary
• Calling emergency services/Team manager when necessary
• Using de-escalation skills when needed
• Reviewing/signing of Ganohkwasra alert binder
• Not engaging in any verbal/physical behavior from community members/Ganohkwasra residents/clients
• Maintaining confidentiality of all client/resident information
• Ensuring client/resident arrives on time for their session/appointment

 

Promoting a supportive, respectful and harmonious team environment by:

• working cooperatively and in coordination with other staff members
• communicating concerns with all staff members in a sensitive and direct manner to promote understanding and resolution
• participating in special events related to client and community wellness spirit
• assist with general/vehicle housekeeping and have knowledge to maintain safety requirements of the organization
• relating to one another with respect and kindness to promote the principle of the Good Mind
• promote Haudenosaunee principles, values, beliefs, language and customs
• conducting all duties in the strictest of confidence and respect
• being willing to participate in personal therapeutic healing process and provide documentation as required/requested
• ongoing maintenance of personal and professional growth and development