Residence Worker

POSITION: Residence Worker – Terry’s Place (Permanent Full-time)

START DATE: September 15, 2021

LOCATION: Barriere, BC

REQUIRED EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• Resident Care Aide or Home Support Worker and one year recent related experience including experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Must have and maintain valid unrestricted Class 4 Driver’s License and safe driving record (abstract)

• Valid Emergency (Community Care) First Aid with CPR certification

• TB test showing free from TB

• Valid MANDT, Safe Food Handling, Medication Management and WHMIS certifications.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to work independently and as an effective team member

• Ability to do physical requirements of the job - supporting individuals in wheel chairs, walkers etc – lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, constant moving

• Ability to use lift to assist residents in getting in and out of bed

• Good knowledge of medication administration and of related policies and procedures

• Knowledge and ability to follow procedures and techniques to do personal care

• Knowledge and ability to assist residents in activities of daily living and provide life skills development

• Good communication, including good documentation skills

• Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills

• Knowledge and ability in supporting individuals in their life within the community

• Knowledge and ability to do home tasks: housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation

• Knowledge of and demonstrated ability to adhere to the Code of Ethics, confidentiality, policies and values of ICS

• Ability to drive van when needed both locally and out of town (requires Class 4 unrestricted license)

HOURS OF WORK:Awake Night Shift - Rotating 4 on/2 off (12 am – 8 am)

SALARY: Grid 10 ($21.63 - $25.19 per hour as per collective agreement).

Please submit resume with cover letter to:

E-mail: careers@interiorcommunityservices.bc.ca

Phone: (250) 376-3660