Overnight Support Worker - Langley, Canada - Encompass Support Services Society

Encompass Support Services Society

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Langley, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Encompass Support Services Society is an accredited, non-profit agency that provides a wide range of programs and support services in Langley and Aldergrove for over 25 years.

We help to build strong, sustainable communities by offering inclusive, accessible services tailored to meet the changing needs of the individuals and community we serve.

At Encompass, we are committed to a journey towards cultural humility and safety; for the well-being of those we serve and those, we work along-side.

We gratefully acknowledge that the programs, services and offices of Encompass are on the unceded, sovereign Indigenous lands of the Coast Salish People.

This includes the territories of Kwantlen, Katzie, Matsqui and Semiahmoo First Nations. We also acknowledge the Métis and Inuit people who make Langley their home.

Our purpose is to strengthen the health and vitality of community by identifying and responding to community needs, collaborating to enhance the lives of those we serve, while cultivating effective and sustainable partnerships.

Our vision is to empower individuals, to connect people, and to enrich lives. We value community, integrity, excellence, accountability, dynamic leadership and culture, advocacy, diversity, empowerment and collaboration.

Programs and supports are designed to build new skills, to foster healthy, productive lifestyles and to improve access to services within our community.

Services are low-barrier, all-inclusive and at no cost to participants. Annually, we provide services to over 2500 individuals and families.

The Opportunity
We are currently looking for self-directed, engaging, empathetic Full Time Overnight Support Worker to join our growing team.

Reporting to Program Coordinator, the Overnight Support Worker monitors and attends to the well-being and safety of all persons residing in specialized home support services during the night.

Maintains a supportive, non-judgmental, inclusive, comfortable, clean and safe living environment.

The program, located in Langley, is a 24-hour emergency receiving home for youth between the ages of 12 to 19 who are in need of short-term stabilization.

Overnight Support Workers work with some of the most vulnerable and complex youth in the care of, or on a Youth Agreement with the Ministry of Children and Family Development.

Applicants should be able to demonstrate experience in meeting youth where they're at, recognition of the ongoing influence of trauma and disconnection on the youth served and building on youth's strengths and passions to create meaning.

Delivery of these services must be provided with an understanding of the ongoing effects of trauma, isolation and vulnerability.

JOB POSTING #

OSW

DATE:
April 20, 2023

POSITION:
Permanent - Full -Time (Non-bargaining unit position)

HOURS OF WORK:
4 ON 4 OFF Rotating Schedule
Nights 10:45 PM-7:45 AM or 10:30 PM - 7:30 AM (depends on the housing)

SALARY RANGE:
CSSEA Wage Grid 10 - $ $28.75 Hourly

BENEFITS:
Extended Health, Dental,

RRSP

VACATION:
as per ESS policy

ANTICIPATED START

DATE:

ASAP

CLOSING:
Open until filled

Key Responsibilities

Monitors program participants and attends to any personal health needs that arise during the night.
Responds to emergencies in accordance with established policies and procedures including proper notifications and follow up procedures.
Performs housekeeping duties in support of health and safety regulations. This may include but is not limited to vacuuming, dusting, emptying garbage, sanitizing, cleaning and laundry. Reports maintenance needs to the supervisor.
Supports and advocates for program participants to meet their personal needs and goals by providing supportive advice and access to resources.
Maintains professional boundaries with program participants.
Prepares and supports program participants in healthy living practices such as daily hygiene, and breakfast preparation.
Monitors program participant's medications in accordance with established policy and training.
Ensures that logbooks and other documentation such as charts and incident reports are legible and completed in a timely manner.
Secures the building by arming alarms, locking doors and windows.
Reviews any external Youth Justice Act conditions with participants and reports appropriate breaches of conditions to authorities as required.
Performs other related duties as required.
1. Education and Knowledge_

Grade 1