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348-32 Ft Mc Beacon Hill
Working in a supported living home with 2 men who have developmental disabilities and mental illness
In Your Role You Will
Typical overnight shift may include:
- Evening activities; assist/model nightly bed-time routine (personal hygiene, brushing teeth, etc.)
- Overnight awake duties will include - basic household chores (light cleaning, laundry, meal prep), completing log notes, other reports and training, etc.
- Client wakes until AM shift arrives - assist/model a regular morning routine, including normal hygiene, household tasks (including food prep, daily chores, etc.)
- Administer medication, first aid if/when necessary.
The Position
Front-line community disability services role supports the development of skills and independence to empower persons with developmental disabilities to pursue and fulfill their goals, objectives and aspirations.
12hr Night Awake shifts (7pm-7am) working 5 shifts on/5 shifts off
Criminal Record Check/Ministry Check Statement
*** Prior to confirmation of employment all applicants must provide a current (dated within 6 months of hiring date) Criminal Record Check and Ministry Check. These checks can take up to 6 weeks to obtain, please ensure you prepare accordingly.
As An Ideal Candidate You Possess
- Experience working with persons with a developmental disability &/or mental health concerns
- Experience supporting personal care and aids to daily living (ADLs)
- High School Diploma. Ideally, post secondary education in a related human services field
- MUST HAVE - Valid Class 5 Driver’s License; reliable vehicle, clean driver’s abstract and adequate insurance
- Skills in coaching/assisting individuals in life skills, anger management, daily chores, self help & problem solving, etc.
- Committed to philosophies and principles of community based living for individuals in service.
- Good computer skills - as all files are electronic
- Internal applicants must successfully complete their probationary period prior to applying
Not sure you meet the requirements? We may be able to consider diverse combinations of skills, education and experience, so please apply.
What WJS Canada does
- Community-based homes and residential care
- Supportive Independent living
- Family support services, including respite care
- Day programs, community involvement, employment
- Behaviour, emotional and mental health support
Our Employees Enjoy
- Employer-paid Dental & Extended Health benefits, if employed 30+ hrs/wk
- Regular wage increases at 6 months and 1 year employment.
- Matching RRSP plan for eligible employees
- Staff training and opportunities to learn/work in a wide array of programs.
- An empowering balance of independence and supervision.
- Best practices programming and innovative care.
Website reference
For more information on WJS Canada visit our website: www.wjscanada.com
Closing Statement
We recognize that equity diversity and inclusion (EDI) is an important element in our work and in our day to day lives.
No telephone calls please. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be notified.
