Residence Worker – Permanent Part Time

Clements Centre Society•Cowichan 1, BC

2d•CA$28 - CA$32•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

Community Support Worker Certificate or equivalent
Three month’s 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
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
Physician’s health reference and Negative TB test
Current, satisfactory criminal record search

Nice To Haves

Class 4 driver’s license preferred
Use of personal vehicle

Responsibilities

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