Specialized Caregivers - Vernon, Canada - Axis Family Resources Ltd.
Description
Position:
Specialized Caregivers
Location:
Vernon, BC
Status:
Casual positions are available
Wage:
$400 per day, as per the collective agreement
Summary:
Axis Family Resources Ltd. is hiring Casual Specialized Caregivers to work in Supportive Housing Programs in Vernon. 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. We have maintained our CARF accreditation since 2003. 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
- 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 inhouse trainings provided, including Complex Trauma practice
- Exclusive Preferred Vendor Program discounts on 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 counselling 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 Type:
Casual
Salary:
From $400.00 per day
Flexible Language Requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Weekends as needed
Work Location:
In person
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