Targeted Wage Subsidy - Agassiz, Canada - Seabird Island Band

Seabird Island Band

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Agassiz, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

The Seabird Island Band is a multi-faceted First Nations Band that includes government, business, service, and nonprofit services.

We work as an integrated team to improve the health, education, and economic opportunities for First Nations people to create thriving First Nations families and communities.

Seabird Island Band is committed to the health and safety of its employee's and community members. SIB has implemented measures to protect and prevent the spread of COVID19. SIB is mandated under provincial health care standards that all employees provide proof of vaccination for COVID19 unless otherwise deemed exempt under the Human Rights Code_

Position Summary:

The role of the Recovery Support Worker is to support clients in residence struggling with substance use issues possible to facilitate personal growth and relationship building, as well as other duties associated with the recovery home such as cooking, cleaning, charting, participating in group sessions, driving and shopping.

Eligible Participants:

Must be Aboriginal status/nonstatus, on/off reserve who resides within the SASET catchment area
Must be 18 years of age or older (not currently in school)
Long term unemployed (3 months or more)
No longer required by law to attend school
Participant may have marketable skills but lack work experience in area in which the work experience and/or training will occur
Not be receiving other Service Canada supports funding
All Service Canada Personal Information Forms (PIFS) and Client Consent Forms (CC's) must be submitted prior to commencement of program

Qualifications/Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED. Education in related field an asset
Medication delivery training onsite or through an accredited postsecondary institution
Food safe Level 2 years' experience working with individuals with substance and/or drug abuse and aggressive behaviour
Ability to function independently within the framework of a team
Current First Aid min 8 hours and CPR level 2 with AED Certification
Demonstrate maturity and reliability at all times and be able to work under pressure
Ability to respond to crises when needed and report immediately
Experience working with First Nations is considered an asset
High professional and ethical standards with a commitment to the principles and values of the First Nations Communities
Knowledge and understanding of Stó:lō culture and language, or a willingness to learn
Organizational and time management skills
Empathetic, compassionate and patient
Successfully complete inhouse medication administration course
Capacity to communicate and uphold clients rules, duties and regulation in a polite but assertive manner
Excellent interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills.
Excellent organizational and time management skills, must be able to efficiently and effectively organize many details in a time efficient manner
A valid BC driver's license and access to a vehicle is required
Able to submit a clean Driver's Abstract last 5 years
Satisfactory Ministry of Justice Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector
May be required to work evenings and weekends.

Primary Responsibilities:

Building selfesteem by "living with" doing things together, rather than "caring for"
Providing opportunities for new experiences
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Encouraging individuals to make choices and decisions in all areas of their lives, and providing the opportunities to learn how to make decisions and problem solve
Building a relationship based on respect, and offer support, guidance and direction when appropriate
Facilitating any area in which someone may need support in order to achieve a fulfilling life eg, buying clothes, sending birthday cards, mending clothes
Encouraging, teaching and assisting with household, community and personal responsibilities such as shopping, cleaning, banking, medical appointments. and ensuring they are completed by the individual
Safely administer medications under the supervision (or direction) of the designated registered nurse
Supporting people in social situations to learn to feel comfortable and confident with others through appropriate interactions and build positive relationships
Understand and assist in developing appropriate family values
Attending staff meetings and contributing professionally
Covering assigned shifts or finding a suitable replacement, giving adequate notice and informing the team.
Respecting the workplace physical structure, keeping it clean, safe and secure for those we support
Being aware of and competent in dealing with individual medical needs eg. seizures, health concerns, allergies etc.
Attending regularly and consistently to personal care needs of clients such as bathing, hygiene, grooming etc. in a dignifying and respectful matter
Being responsible for each person's safety in all situations; ensuring medical attention is sought,