Casual Community Living Residence Worker (Abbotsford)
About The Position
Connective is a dynamic non-profit organization that provides innovative programming in the social services sector. We strive to create safe, healthy, and inclusive communities for all. This position will provide support to residents in a home-like environment in one of our many housing programs. You will work to enhance residents' quality of life, maintain the goals of their counselling and/or rehabilitative programs, and ensure the orderly and safe operation of the facility. This role is to provide 1:1 support to an adult male client in their late 20's experiencing autism and exhibiting antisocial tendencies, verbal and physical aggression. This role takes place in a residential environment and will require providing personal care, hygiene care (such as bathing, showering), transportation, meals, emotional support and the ability to de-escalate situations and redirect clients.
Requirements
- A Diploma in Social Services and one-year relevant experience is preferred; inhouse training can be provided for the right candidate
- Professional or lived experience working with vulnerable populations experiencing multiple barriers
- Autism experience
- A demonstrated and clear ability to respond well in crisis situations.
- Ability to successfully complete a Vulnerable Persons Criminal Records Check
- Ability to successfully pass a reference check
- Current Emergency First Aid (Certificates accepted in B.C - WorkSafeBC)
- Valid Class 5 BC driver’s license
- Proof of vaccination for communicable diseases may be required as mandated by Government, Health Authority, and/or funder requirements
- Personal transportation that is in good repair, insured for business up to $1,000,000 for liability, and which can be used to transport clients
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada, observe their weekly hours limit if under a temporary or study visa, and provide proof of eligibility if selected for the role.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience supporting adult clients exhibiting verbal and physical aggression is an asset.
Responsibilities
- Provides input to the Program Manager and/or other staff regarding the development of appropriate care plans to achieve residents’ objectives
- Ensures residents follow the terms of their residency and are aware of the rules of the facility
- Provides emotional support and feedback to residents and their families
- When assigned, participates in social, recreational, employment, educational and other programs as appropriate to assist residents’ case/care plans
- Acts as a positive role model for residents, providing life skills training and behaviour management as appropriate
Benefits
- Committed Living Wage Employer
- Competitive benefits package, including health, wellness, and pension plan
- Career and personal development, with the ability to grow in a diverse range of programs and departments
- Access to a range of staff mental health supports, including an in-house counsellor, Employee Family Assistance Program, and Critical Incidents Stress Management
- Access to On-Demand Pay to withdraw earned wages before payday
- Connective is part of a portability program where employees moving from a CSSEA-member employer to Connective will port their service hours for vacation and wage purposes (within last 12 months)
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
