Residential Support Worker - New Westminster, Canada - Fraserside

Fraserside
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New Westminster, Canada

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
**POSTING #81-CL- 2023


Job Title:
RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT WORKER**
Program: COMMUNITY LIVING RESIDENTIAL PROGRAMS - Gilley House

Classification:
STANDARD GRID LEVEL 10

Rate of Pay:
$27.29 per hour; increments as per Collective Agreement

JOB SUMMARY:

To provide quality person centered service for individuals with developmental disabilities including direct support,
planning, training and activities and to facilitate the development of appropriate opportunities.


QUALIFICATIONS:


  • Minimum Diploma in the human services field and at least one year recent experience working with people who
- have developmental disabilities or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
  • Experience working with individuals with disabilities in a group or 1:1 setting; strong community living values and
- good organizational skills are a must
  • Demonstrated strong knowledge/training in behavior approach and experience working with individuals with
- challenging behaviors, mobility impairments and alternate communications systems
  • Previous experience in the role of Key Worker in a residential setting
  • Good interpersonal skills to work with a wide range of clients and teams including conflict management and

- resolution skills
  • Prior knowledge and training in use of mechanical lifts and ability to perform lifts and transfers up to 40lbs.
  • Willingness and interest in participating and supporting residents in home and community activities based on
- individual's interests and needs
  • Responsiveness and sensitivity to the needs of persons with disabilities
  • Demonstrated ability and commitment to working effectively with diverse populations
  • Ability to work in cooperation with families and external support services
  • Knowledge and experience in providing residents with nutritional assistance
  • Appropriate role modelling and willingness to participate in diverse daily activities (community, recreational,
- vocational, employment, daily living, one to one, etc.) and work with a broad range of individuals
  • Skill in developing, implementing, monitoring and documenting individual service plans

- and training plans
  • Valid First Aid/CPR, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention and FOODSAFE certification; Mandt System Training an
- assetThis includes Community based services that may require travel within the areas of New Westminster, Tri-cities
and Burnaby.
-
Class 4 BC Driver's License required or to be attained within the 3 months' probation/trial; Reliable

vehicle with business insurance and $3, 000,000 third-party legal liability insurance required

  • Working knowledge of Windows operating system and MS Word; familiarity with an electronic case
management system is preferred

  • Successful Criminal Record Check




HOURS OF WORK:
This is a regular Part-time position, 24hours/week Thursday - Friday (4:00 p.m.

10:00 p.m.),

Saturday - Sunday (3:00 p.m.

9:00 p.m. Start and finish times may vary and flexibility with hours of work is required
to meet client and program needs as determined by the Program Coordinator.
This position is open to applicants of all genders. This position requires union membership. In order to ensure safety
of the persons served and colleagues, we prefer that staff working in this program are fully vaccinated for COVID-19.
Proof of vaccination status may be required for successful applicants for this position.
Applicants are requested to submit a cover letter and resume,

quote posting number, provide an E-mail address
and telephone number, and include qualifications, experience and any other information that may assist the Society in





DATE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POSTED:
02 November 2023




DATE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY CLOSED:
09 November 2023

Fraserside is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest in Fraserside. Only those selected for
**an interview will be contacted.
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