Residential Care Worker - Jobs in Squamish, BC

Job Description

Want to work in a supportive role in a home setting for adults with developmental disabilities As an RCW, youll be a member of a tight-knit team who work together to support a small group of residents.The homes provide a stable home life for residents who require full time care. The goal in each home is to provide necessary living supports and encourage residents to be as independent as possible through work, social opportunities, and inclusion in their community.We are hiring a variety of RCW positions for our Residential Care Homes in Squamish, BC. We have opportunities for full-time, part-time, and casual workers. Shifts are available for daytime, evening, and overnight. The Residential Care Worker:

• works under the direction of the Residential Supervisor to provide a comfortable home environment where individuals with developmental disabilities can live active and fulfilling lives.
• works as part of a team to ensure that individuals achieve personally meaningful goals for independence, community access and skill development.
• Assists residents with meal preparation, housekeeping, personal care skills and personal finance and implements personal service plans.
• Assists clients with daily living activities such as feeding, lifts, transfers, hygiene, grooming and toileting. This may include transfer of function duties.
• Supports residents to locate and access community resources and provides opportunities for social connections in accordance with their individual service plans

Qualifications:

• Certificate in related human/social service field.
• One (1) year recent related experience.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Valid First Aid Certificate.
• Valid Food Safe certificate.
• Valid class 5 BC driver’s licence -- please note that casual workers do not require this.
• Proof of full vaccination against Covid-19 required.

Job Skills and Abilities:

• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work as part of a team with a variety of staff, professionals, and other members of the community.
• Commitment and interest in the field of service to individuals living with a developmental disability with preference given to direct experience working in the field of Community Living.
• Experience working with people who live with disabilities or mental health challenges.

Requirements: 1. Criminal Record Search.2. Signed Confidentiality form.3. Approved reference check.4. Driver’s Abstract.Benefits and Perks: There are a lot of great benefits and perks for staff at SSCS. Taking good care of our people means that our people can take good care of our clients. Most of our staff are unionized and represented by BCGEU – British Columbia General Employees’ Union. Please note that benefit eligibility varies depending on the nature of the position, hours worked, etc.Healthcare: After the 3-month probationary period, we offer an extended health program through Group Health to all staff working more than 20 hours a week. The plan covers MSP premiums, dental, vision, prescription medication, select alternative therapies, life insurance, and long-term disability. We also have an Employee and Family Assistance program. The premiums of the plan are 100% employer-paid.Vacation & Leave: Employees accumulate 6% vacation pay on all hours worked in the first and second year of employment. After the first two years of employment, they earn one additional day of vacation per year of service, to a maximum of 35 workdays. This equates to a minimum of 3 weeks and a maximum of 7 weeks over time.Retirement Pension: A full-time employee will be enrolled in the Municipal Pension Plan with a matching contribution by SSCS after 6 months of employment.Other Perks: Casual dress, paid sick days, and more.Compensation: As per the BCGEU Collective Agreement, the wage is $21.63 per hour. Please note that union negotiations are ongoing and that compensation increases are coming.Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Casual, Part-time, Fixed term contractPart-time hours: 0-40 per weekSalary: $21.63 per hourBenefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evenings
• Night shift
• On call
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:We have a Covid-19 vaccination mandate for all workers. Proof of vaccination must be presented prior to starting employment.Ability to commute/relocate:

• Squamish, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• If you are planning to relocate to Squamish for this role, have you secured housing For what date have you secured housing Please be advised that SSCS is unable to offer relocation assistance.
• Can you provide proof of full vaccination against Covid-19 Please be advised that we uphold this as a condition of employment.

Experience:

• supportive care/social services/: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• drivers license (required)
• certificate or degree in a human/social services field (preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (preferred)
• Night Shift (preferred)
• Overnight Shift (preferred)

Expected start date: 2022-08-29Quick Apply

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