Support Worker

Position: Specialized Caregivers

Location: Salmon Arm, BC

Status: Casual Opportunities

Wage: $427.00 per day, as per the collective agreement

Summary:

Axis Family Resources Ltd. is hiring Casual Specialized Caregivers to work in Supportive Housing Programs in Salmon Arm. Trauma-informed practice is the core of our work. You will promote a positive and healthy environment that supports our persons served towards achieving educational, social, and recreational goals while focusing on daily life skills development. Resiliency, empathy, patience, and the ability to set and maintain healthy boundaries are qualities of people who establish a meaningful career with Axis.

This role is considered a “live-in” caregiver position. Typically, this follows a 3-day on, 3-day off shift model.

As a Specialized Caregiver, you will be provided with in-depth training, a private secured staff room for sleep, and 24-hour support.

*Proof of full vaccination status may be required*

About Axis Family Resources:

Axis Family Resources Ltd. is a leading British Columbia-based social services organization using a trauma-informed lens. As we are actively committed to enhancing safety in the workplace and providing excellent service, we have maintained our CARF accreditation since 2003 and COR certification since 2023. Axis encourages promotion from within and invests in our people through ongoing training and career development.

Our mission is to be the leader in the delivery of community-based social services while enhancing the lives of the diverse people we serve, our employees, and our partners. Meeting our Mission means recruiting individuals who are passionate about making a difference.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• A certificate or diploma in Community Services, Health Care Aid, Human Services, or other related discipline is preferred
• 2 years' experience in social services is preferred
• Related experience in working with vulnerable populations or behavioral challenges will also be considered an asset (please outline the type of experience in the ‘message to the employer’ section during the application process)
• Reliable transportation and a valid BC driver’s license
• Knowledge of and the ability to work with complex trauma, Autism, FASD, ODD, or other neurobiological conditions is beneficial
• Clear Criminal Record Check (Agency conducted, expenses covered)
• Effective written and verbal communication

Benefits for everyone:

• A unionized workforce with yearly wage increases
• CPI Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training provided
• Extensive in-house training provided, including Complex Trauma practice
• Exclusive Preferred Vendor Program discounts on the Internet, cell phone, home insurance, etc.
• Employee referral incentive
• Wellness initiatives and team day events

Full-time and part-time eligible employees receive the following:

• Up to 3 weeks of paid holidays annually (beginning in the first year)
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Extended health benefits (dental, vision, prescription, etc.)
• Paramedical health benefits (chiropractor, massage, naturopath, etc.)
• Employee Assistance Program (offering short-term counseling services, etc.)

Additional Information:

• A moderate level of physical fitness is an asset as direct delivery of program activities may involve standing, walking, exercising with the youth or adult, bending, lifting, etc.
• Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada

If you have a passion for working with people - we are excited to hear from you!

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

Salary: $26.74 per hour

Expected hours: 16 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Experience:

• Caregiving: 2 years (required)

Ability to Commute:

• Salmon Arm, BC (required)

Work Location: In person