Awake Night Staff | Casual - #2220
About The Position
We are looking for recent graduates and experienced direct support workers to join our team! If you are passionate about making a difference in people's lives and in the community, we would love to hear from you. Developmental Disabilities Association is seeking Awake Night Staff (AWNS) for casual positions in our Vancouver and Richmond-based group homes to help support B.C.’s most vulnerable population. The Awake Night Staff (AWNS) provides a safe, comfortable, and home-like environment for each resident with the opportunity for each resident to develop life skills to the limits of their desire and potential. DDA encourages professional development, on-the-job training, community involvement, and a very inclusive work environment. Come see what we are about. Go to www.develop.bc.ca for all of our latest blogs and podcasts, and scroll to the bottom of the page to connect with us on social!
Requirements
- Diploma or Certificate in an approved Health Care Training Program
- 1-2 years of experience working with people with developmental disabilities, or related equivalent experience
- Ability to implement complex behaviour programs.
- Skilled in proactive training programs and crisis intervention.
- Must be able to perform lifts and transfers of 40lbs.
- Criminal Record Clearance
- Medical Clearance
- TB Test Clearance
- Valid First Aid/CPR
- Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification
- Demonstrated competency in English written and verbal communication
- Basic computer literacy
- Eligible to work in Canada
- Union membership is required.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with or training in adaptive communication, positive behaviour support, and community care is an asset.
- Experience in Geriatric care is preferred.
- Formal training in the area of counselling and positive behavior support is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provides a safe, comfortable, and home-like environment for each resident.
- Supports residents in developing life skills to the limits of their desire and potential.
- Implements complex behaviour programs.
- Utilizes proactive training programs and crisis intervention skills.
Benefits
- On-the-job training
- Educational and training opportunities
- Professional development
- Community involvement
- An inclusive work environment
- 10.6% in lieu of benefits as per the collective agreement (2024 rates, implementation of new collective agreement is in process and new wage rates $26.04 to $28.85 will be implemented once funding is received)
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
