For almost 50 years, the warmth of The Kettle Society has empowered people living with mental illness, substance use, poverty and homelessness by providing housing, employment, and community services designed to restore dignity and propel possibility.

Our organization serves 6,000+ vulnerable individuals each year, manages 400+ units of supportive housing, and operates a mental health drop-in centre that provides meals every day of the year. We also provide advocacy services, an ID bank, homeless outreach, a women’s transition house, a health clinic, supported employment, and recovery support.

Industry: Mental Health Care
Company Size: 51-200 employees

The Kettle Society

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The Kettle Society supports people with mental illness to lead healthier lives by providing support services, advocacy, employment, and mentoring and housing. We work to raise awareness of mental health issues, break down stigma and reduce barriers for people with mental illness. Our goal is to promote the inclusion of people living with mental illness in all aspects of society.

Mental Health Worker - Peggy’s Place - Part Time

Reporting to the Site Manager, the Mental Health Worker supports clients by undertaking a variety of activities including case planning or programming for clients, volunteers and/or SEED workers as needed, assisting with daily social, physical, emotional and life skills; works on behalf of the client with a variety of agencies; facilitates programs and activities with large/small group; supports clients to undertake meal planning, meal preparing, and washing dishes and cleaning/tiding up the kitchen. Acts as a role model for the clients in modeling a variety of personal and social activities such as hygiene, meal planning, how to cook meals, how to budget and purchase necessary items; assisting to maintain living spaces to health and safety standards and applying for and keeping employment as appropriate. Performs outreach activities as required.

About Peggy’s Place - It is a one of a kind transition home designed to meet the needs of women suffering from mental illness, who have also experienced domestic violence, or homelessness.

**Fun Fact: When it opened in 1997, Peggy’s Place was the first of its kind in all of Canada.**

**Organization**

The Kettle Friendship Society

**Status**

Part Time (0.6)

**Hours And Days**

Thursday to Saturday: 2:00PM to 9:30PM

**Salary & Compensation**

$31.56 per hour

**Duties**

- Using a standard format creates a written case plan or develops and implements programs for the clients by interviewing the clients, families, health care providers and/or others sources who may have relevant information to the development of an effective case plan. Updates case plans or amends programming as necessary. The client case plan or programs can include: social, recreational, education, volunteer and job activities.

- Provides support for clients regarding a variety of issues such as landlord tenant issues, obtaining financial assistance from various government agencies; accessing community resources; obtaining and keeping volunteer or job placements including Skills, Esteem, Employment Development (SEED) program.

- Documents client activities and behaviour such as how a client responds to tasks within their case plan or the program, care plan, activities of daily living or volunteer or job placement activities.

- Administrative and record keeping activities – can include; rent collected, use of petty cash; medication prescribed and/or illegal drugs use and/or miss use of alcohol; participation in social activities; supports necessary to participate in social, recreational, educational, financial activities; frequency of bed insect eradication, client attendance records related to the case plan activities and/or programs; , incident reports, related statistics; communication log; supplies/inventory; dietary and nutritional requirements. Prepares list of activities for next shift.

- When applicable, performs house management activities such as food preparation, keeping the kitchen, bathroom and common areas tidy and clean; conducts both minor and major cleaning activities consistent with the cleaning routines; ensures routines related to bug or insect infestations are followed and professional services called in as necessary.

- Conduct point of care assessment to ascertain if there is a potential for harmful consequences. Based on assessment of client behaviour takes reasonable action to avoid harm to themselves or to others. Actions include using various communication strategies to reduce the tension or distract the client and/or contacting mental health teams, or other care providers, or calling 911 for professional assistance. Provides feedback to appropriate mental health or health care team members.

- Records client feedback, inquiries and complaints. Reports concerning issues to immediate supervisor.

- Demonstrates and models for clients healthy life style behaviour and coping skills.

- Supports clients by attending various activities including health care appointments, or recreational activities.

- Provides basic first aid to clients. Maintains appropriate records of first aid provided. Will call 911 as necessary.

- Supports new staff members, volunteers, SEED workers and/or practicum students by sharing job information and demonstrating how tasks are to be performed.

- Participates in staff meetings by sharing job related information and sharing ideas and suggestions.

- Participates in effective communication between staff and management by verbal and/or written transmission of job related information.

- Participates in ensuring the work environment is positive by implementing all aspects of the Employers policies including Respect in the Workplace Policy and Violence Prevention Policy.

- Participates in ensuring a safe work environment for staff and clients by reporting any situations which require equipment and/or building repairs.

- Performs other related duties as assigned.

**Qualifications**

- Grade 12

- Community Social Worker Diploma

- 2 years of recent related experience including direct practical experience working such as crisis intervention, conflict resolution, psychological rehabilitation techniques, homelessness, working with individuals with mental illness and/or addiction and/or concurrent disorders.

- Understanding of the cycle of abuse

- Working knowledge of the residential tenancy act

- OR, an equivalent combination of education, training, and life and/or work experience

- Class 5 BC Driver’s License when applicable

- Emergency First Aid - Community Care

- WHMIS

- Food Safe Level 1

**Abilities & Skills**

- Home management skills

- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position

- Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others

- Ability to operate related equipment

- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

- Ability to organize and prioritize

- Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients

- Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients

- Ability to instruct adults

- Ability to analyze and resolve problems

- Conflict resolution and crisis intervention skills

- Advocacy skills

- Ability to undertake meal prep and cooking duties, followed by clean up

**Why The Kettle?**

We offer competitive wages, a comprehensive employer-paid benefit plan for full-time and part-time staff including Extended Medical and Dental coverage, and to those who are eligible, the Municipal Pension Plan (MPP)

The Kettle appreciates and acknowledges the land in which we live and work on as unceded territory of the Coast Salish peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), Stó:lō and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

~~The Kettle Society is committed to promoting reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples, creating a diverse workforce, enhancing inclusion, and removing barriers to accessibility in the workplace. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply, and encourage applications from qualified candidates who identify as members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including Indigenous identity, race, color, ancestry, place of origin, political belief, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age or conviction of a criminal or summary conviction offence that is unrelated to the employment of that person.~~

Please do not contact the employer directly as only short listed candidates will be contacted by our People & Culture Team. We appreciate your interest in our organization.

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~~The Kettle Society is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded lands of the hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh sníchim speaking peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples. We acknowledge and recognize with deep gratitude that the work we do is only possible through the care with which these lands have been stewarded by Indigenous communities since time immemorial.~~

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MENTAL HEALTH WORKER - PEGGY'S PLACE - PART TIME

Michael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services spanning five distinct Verticals: Infrastructure, Design-Build Services, Federal Programs and Services, Consulting and Technology Solutions (CTS) and Sustainable and Resilient Solutions (SRS). The firm’s Practices encompass all facets of infrastructure, including design and civil engineering for diverse bridge, highway, water, rail and transit and aviation projects, as well as planning, architecture, environmental and construction and program management. For more than 80 years, the company has been a trusted partner to clients, providing comprehensive services and solutions, delivering expertise and quality, and embracing emerging technologies and the latest innovations – like intelligent transportation, engineered models and public safety software as a service (SaaS).

The company has more than 4,900 employees across more than 90 office locations. Michael Baker’s Wolf Pack is committed to Making a Difference for clients and communities through a culture of innovation, collaboration and technological advancement while evolving its business to become a full-service engineering and consulting firm.

Industry: Civil Engineering
Company Size: 1,001-5,000 employees

Michael Baker International

**Job Description**

**CONSTRUCTION SERVICES PRACTICE**

Michael Baker International’s Construction Services staff supports clients by acting as their trusted on-site agent through all phases of construction, from pre-design to close-out, by providing qualified construction managers, inspectors, constructability reviewers, schedulers, estimators and safety experts. As new technologies evolve throughout the construction industry, innovative ideas are required to maintain and deliver successful construction projects.

**What We’re Looking For**

Michael Baker International is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to join our Construction Services team in the Chicago area. This role supports transportation projects and provides engineering oversight during construction to ensure quality, compliance, and successful project delivery.

**What You’ll Do**

- Provide construction engineering support on roadway and transportation projects

- Review plans, specifications, and contract documents; interpret and apply standards and procedures

- Prepare, review, and maintain required construction documentation, including daily reports, pay estimates, change orders, and quantity tracking

- Coordinate with inspectors, contractors, resident engineers, and staff to resolve field issues

- Support project meetings, schedule reviews, and constructability evaluations

- Ensure work is performed in accordance with plans, specifications, and applicable regulations

- This position is predominately a field position. As such, successful candidates will be able to work in all seasonal weather outside, be able to traverse uneven ground, climb ladders, walk long distances, and be able to carry 30 pounds.

**What You Need To Succeed**

- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

- 5+ years of construction engineering experience on transportation or heavy civil projects

- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license (Illinois preferred or ability to obtain)

- Demonstrated experience working on IDOT/ISTHA/CDOT/County projects

- Strong knowledge of IDOT documentation requirements, procedures, and reporting standards

- Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

**Compensation**

The approximate compensation range for this position is $86,056 - $130,337/yr. This compensation range is a good-faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

**About Us**

Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.

We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.

We Make a Difference.

Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.

EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.

- It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

- There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.

Civil Engineer – Construction

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