Residential Care Worker

RIVERCITY INCLUSION; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local community service provider in Campbell River is seeking a casual Residential Care Worker to support individuals with disabilities in daily activities and promote their independence. The ideal candidate will have a relevant certification and previous experience in this field. Responsibilities include personal care, administering medications, and providing social skills training. Join a compassionate team focused on enhancing the lives of those in need.

Benefits

Casual dress

Employee assistance program

On-site parking

Qualifications

• 3 - 6 months of prior job-related experience with developmental disabilities.
• Must understand and work well with individuals with disabilities and complex care needs.
• Consent to a Criminal Record Check required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to all personal care requirements.
• Communicate changes to resident's health and needs.
• Administer medications and record dispensing information.

Skills

Communication

Social skills training

Personal care

Education

Certification in Community Support Worker or relevant field

Standard First Aid - Industry and CPR

Food Safe Certification

Job description

Overview

The Residential Care Worker works as a member of a team responsible for supporting individuals with disabilities in carrying out activities of daily living and to provide opportunities to promote independence and self-esteem. The Residential Care Worker is responsible for introducing and implementing ideas and activities that will increase the individual's independence and social skills.

We are looking for casual staff that can be available during daytime hours.

Responsibilities

• Responds to all personal care requirements
• Communicates changes to resident\'s health and needs
• Administers medications and records medication dispensing information in accordance with established protocols.
• Provides each individual with socialization and life skills training, and acts as a role model for acceptable and appropriate behavior.
• Participates in program planning, development and implementation
• Follows directions in Health Care Plans, and all Physicians\' orders
• Completes cleaning and laundry tasks on a daily basis maintaining all health and safety standards.
• Participates with all residents in all scheduled activities including swimming.

Qualifications

• Certification in Community Support Worker, Residential Care Attendant or equivalent certification in a relevant field preferred
• 3 - 6 month\'s prior job related experience working with people with developmental disabilities
• Must display an understanding and ability to work with individuals with disabilities and complex care needs.
• Standard First Aid - Industry and CPR
• Class 4 BC Driver's License
• Food Safe Certification
• Consent to a Criminal Record Check
• Negative Tuberculin Test

Details

• Job Type: Casual
• Pay: $25.95 per hour
• Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • Employee assistance program
  • On-site parking
• Work Location: In person