Residence Worker – Temporary Part Time

Clements Centre Society; Duncan; In loco; CAD 28.000 - 36.000; Tempo pieno

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Hiring incentive $500

Descrizione del lavoro

The Residence Worker provides care for the individuals in the group home and participates as part of the team responsible for implementing all aspects of the residents’ program, including the organization’s policies, procedures and philosophy.

On both an individual and group basis, the Residence Worker supports the quality of life for residents by ensuring that their physical, social, educational and health needs are met.

Competenze

• Community Support Worker certificate or equivalent required.
• Three months experience delivering similar services.
• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities in a group home setting.
• Valid First Aid and CPR certification.
• Food Safe Certificate.
• Class 5 driver’s license (Class 4 preferred) and own vehicle.

Mansioni

• Provide care for individuals in the group home and support quality of life by meeting physical, social, educational and health needs.
• Participate as part of the team responsible for implementing all aspects of the residents’ program, policies, procedures and philosophy.

Conoscenze

Advocacy

Team collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Lifts and transfers

Computer skills (MS Office)

First Aid/CPR knowledge

Formazione

Community Support Worker Certificate

Food Safe Certificate

First Aid & CPR certification

Class 5 driver’s license + own vehicle

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Summary:

The Residence Worker provides care for the individuals in the group home and participates as part of the team responsible for implementing all aspects of the residents’ program, including the organization’s policies, procedures and philosophy. On both an individual and group basis, the Residence Worker supports the quality of life for residents by ensuring that their physical, social, educational and health needs are met.

Education, Training and Experience

• Community Support Worker Certificate or equivalent
• Three months experience delivering similar services
• Experience in supporting individuals with disabilities in a group home setting
• Valid First Aid and CPR certification
• Food Safe Certificate
• Class 5 driver’s license (Class 4 preferred) and own vehicle

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of theory, values and practices in community living including support systems
• Demonstrated ability to advocate, provide personalized support and teach life skills to residents
• Ability to work alone and unsupervised, as well as part of a team
• Ability to perform lifts and transfers of clients
• Effective interpersonal communication skills
• Basic computer skills preferably experience with Microsoft Office

Advocacy

• To advocate for individuals and families so they obtain needed support
• To teach individuals and families self-advocacy skills
• To advocate for support and change within the systems that affect residents and their families

Personal Attributes

• Positive role model including modeling a healthy lifestyle
• Empathy, warmth, and understanding
• Ability to work effectively with families, staff, volunteers, and organizations
• Physician’s health reference and Negative TB test
• Current, satisfactory criminal record search

Please Note:

• Applicants must provide at least one written professional reference from a previous supervisor or manager
• The successful candidate will begin employment at the Campbell Residence: Thursday 12:30pm - 8:30pm , Friday 1pm - 9pm, Saturday 3pm -9pm, Sunday 9am - 3pm
• This position is open to all qualified individuals and requires Union membership
• May be required to use personal vehicle
• Successful applicant must acquire Class 4 Unrestricted drivers’ license in order to pass the three-month trial period

Hiring Incentive

Join our team and receive a $500 hiring incentive when you successfully complete your three-month probationary period, subject to applicable eligibility requirements.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous people, racialized persons, people with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and all those with diverse lived experiences. Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible with accommodations available upon request. If you need support during the application or Interview process, please reach out we will make every effort that your needs are met.