Residential Support Worker - Surrey, Canada - Pacific Community Resources Society

Pacific Community Resources Society

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Surrey, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Title:
Residential Support Worker

Program:
Quick Response Program

Supervisor: Jeet Dhaliwal, Residential Supervisor

Regular Full Time

Grid 13 ($28.47- $31.24/hour)

Closing Date:
Open Until Filled

Opportunity

PCRS seeks a Residential Support Worker to work as part of a residential team that is responsible for the direct care of youth placed with Pacific Community Resources Quick Response Program.

Responsibilities

The Residential Support Worker, which is a
livein position, is a member of the residential team which is responsible for the direct care of youth placed with Pacific Community Resources Quick Response Program. The program provides shortterm (six to eight weeks) assessment and stabilization services to youth in the Fraser Region who are at high risk of harming themselves or others. Core responsibilities include assisting in stabilization by providing basic care and supervision to youth, on and off site; participating in the assessment and planning for each youth; and assisting in household duties. Adherence to standards of professional practice and ability to work independently within a team framework are essential.
The Youth Worker will have a sound understanding of levels of care and standards, and both normal and delayed or problematic development and behavior.
The schedule for this
_ livein position _may vary and can be coordinated with the Team Lead and Manager to ensure we are providing the best care for youth in the home. Currently the schedule is 2 shifts on and 2 shifts off for a total of 70 hours per pay period.

Primary Duties:

Maintain a Safe and Supportive Environment and Provide a High Standard of Basic Care
Assist in the Completion of a Comprehensive Assessment on Youth Involved in the Program
Assist in Regular Household Duties
Contribute to Team Performance
Performance of Duties in Accordance with Accepted Standards of Practice

Qualifications

B.A. in a related field plus oneyear related experience, or a Child and Youth Care Diploma plus two years' experience, or a combination of related work experience/education with atrisk youth.
Criminal record check including the vulnerable sector.
Driver's license (unrestricted)
Use of own vehicle required. Paid mileage.
Driver's Abstract
Sound judgement and effective interpersonal skills
Clear and concise communication skills, both verbal and written
Medical clearance
Current standard first aid certificate
Able to pass MCFD screening hub.

Additional Assets

Residential experience with youth.
Sexual abuse training
Substance abuse training
Learning disabilities training including FASD, ADHD, Early childhood education, special needs
Knowledge of attachment theory
Knowledge of trauma informed practice
Second language prevalent in the Fraser Region

Who We Are

Pacific Community Resources Society (PCRS) is a large notforprofit agency that serves the some of the most vulnerable people in our communities from Vancouver to Hope. We work with youth and vulnerable adults in the areas of education, employment, housing, substance use and mental health, and youth and family support services. We are CARF Accredited and a Certified Living Wage Employer.

Our Vision - Everyone thriving in strong, healthy communities

Our Mission - To inspire healthy and inclusive communities through leadership and collaboration.

Our Values - Advocacy, Diversity and Inclusion, Empowerment, Service Excellence, Stewardship, Well-being

We are grateful to operate on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the xwm əθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh), Qw'?ntl'en (Kwantlen), se'mya'me (Semiahmoo), sc̓əwaθən məsteyəxw (Tsawwassen), q̓ic̓əy (Katzie), kwikwəƛ̓əm (Coquitlam), qiqéyt (Qayqayt), máthxwi (Matsqui) and Stó:lō Nations.

We Offer

Equitable Base Pay
Generous paid vacation time, personal time, sick time; additional paid time off for life events
Additional paid holidays, ex. Easter Monday, Boxing Day
Extended health, prescription, dental & vision care plan, with 100% Employer-Paid Premiums
Disability and Life Insurance Coverage
Employee & Family Assistance Program including preventative health & counselling
Membership in the Municipal Pension Plan with generous employer contributions
Flexible schedules and earned time off program
Fullday agency orientation and extensive training, with regular ongoing performance evaluations
Inhouse digital and classroom learning opportunities; staff funding for professional development.
Opportunities to use your voice & participate in committees on policy, wellness, safety, EDI, etc.

- _ Eligibility will vary depending on terms and role requirements - details for this posting will be provided on request._