Residential Support Worker

Job description

Western Human Resource Corp supports individuals with developmental disabilities to live the lifestyle of their choice as active members of their home and community. If you are a caring person with a positive outlook, effective communication skills and a willingness to learn, please read on.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Providing personal care and medication administration
• Assisting individuals to plan and cook meals
• Helping with banking and money management
• Accompanying individuals on recreational and community inclusion activities
• Assisting individuals with daily living skills to promote self-management

Job Type / Category

Western Human Resource Corp is hiring for Casual and part-time employees in Vernon, BC at our various group homes to help us provide daily living support to adults with developmental disabilities living in a community group home setting. Compensation: $25.05-28.75 per hour (Casuals receive an extra 10.2% in lieu of benefits).

Positions currently open

Casual positions in various shifts

(All part-time positions have the opportunity to pick up casual on-call shifts on top of their regular work hours.)

Required Education, Skills and Qualifications

-One year certificate in a related human / social service field with an emphasis on community living services or equivalent training / experience.

-Experience with personal care and medication administration an asset.

-One year recent related experience in community living. Exhibits a healthy attitude towards normalization principles and is aware of their position as a positive role model.

-Demonstrated ability in written, oral and interpersonal communication skills in English

-Have knowledge of and experience in Behaviour Management. Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with the client population.

-Able to meet applicable Ministry legislation and regulations (e.g. Community Care and Assisted Living Act and applicable regulations) and agency policies.

Employment Requirements

-Valid Class 4 Restricted BC driver’s license / or Class 5 with willingness to obtain Class 4 (Must have class 5 drivers license at minimum)

-A current drivers abstract showing fewer than 4 tickets that carry penalty points in previous 2 years and no motor vehicle related Criminal Code of Canada conviction in the previous 3 years

-Valid, current First Aid and CPR certificate

-Valid Food Safe Certificate

-Current and negative Mantoux (TB) test

-Clear criminal record check

-Good general health and physically able to perform the duties of the job (Doctor’s certification required 14 days prior to commencement of employment)

-NVCI or MANDT certificate an asset.

-Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19

Our agency will support you in obtaining other required certifications.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Casual

Salary: $25.05-$28.75 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Every Weekend
• Morning shift
• Night shift

Work Location: In person