Full Time
Canada
Posted 3 weeks ago
20 vacancies for Support workers – social services at Strive Living Society. The position is full-time permanent employment and you can start as soon as possible if chosen.
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You can earn as much as 21.63 dollars per hour and work up to 12 to 40 hours per week. Working hours include Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, Overtime, On Call, Early Morning, Morning, and the job comes with other benefits.
- Location690 Gerstmar Road, Kelowna, BCV1X 4B5
- Salary$21.63 hourly for 12 to 40 hours per week
- Terms of employment –Permanent employment, Part-time leading to full time
- Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, Overtime, On Call, Early Morning, Morning
- Start date –Starts as soon as possible
- Benefits: Health benefits, Other benefits, Long term benefits, Financial benefits
Overview
Languages
English
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Education
- No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience
1 to less than 7 months
Work Site Environment
- Education or training
- Programs dealing with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Work Setting
- Group home
- Work in employer’s/client’s home
- Community centre
- Private residence
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Administrative and office activities
- Appraise clients’ needs or eligibility for specific services
- Implement life skills workshops
- Assess client’s relevant skill strengths and development needs
- Sign language
- Develop, co-ordinate and implement the delivery of specific services within the community
- Housekeeping activities
- Food preparation
- Resolve conflict situations
- Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses
- Implement behaviour management programs
- Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients
- Assist clients/guests with special needs
- Accompany clients to appointments and social outings
Supervision
- 1 to 2 people
- Working groups
Credentials
Certificates, Licences, Memberships, and Courses
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Certificate
- Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) Certificate
- Behaviour management Certification
- Emergency child care first aid and CPR
- Mandt System training
- Mental health first aid Certificate
- Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate
- First Aid Certificate
- CPR Certificate
Experience and Specialization
Target Audience
- Aboriginal groups
- Culturally diverse groups
- Females
- Males
Additional Information
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check
- Driver’s validity licence check
- Driving record check (abstract)
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Physically demanding
Weight Handling
- Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)
Personal Suitability
- Client focus
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written communication
- Flexibility
- Initiative
- Judgement
- Team player
Benefits
Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Disability benefits
- Health care plan
- Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
- As per collective agreement
- Gasoline paid
- Mileage paid
Long term benefits
- Group insurance benefits
- Life insurance
- Maternity and parental benefits
- Other benefits
- Pension plan
- Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP)
Other benefits
- Free parking available
- Learning/training paid by employer
- On-site amenities
- On-site housing options
- On-site recreation and activities
- Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
- Team building opportunities
- Transportation provided by employer
- Parking available
- Wellness program
Additional requirements
Screening questions
- Are you available for shift or on-call work?
- Are you available for the advertised start date?
- Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
- Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
- Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
- Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
Employment groups
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups: Indigenous people, Persons with disabilities, Newcomers to Canada, Seniors, Veterans, Visible minorities, Youth
Who can apply to this job?
The employer accepts applications from:
- Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.
- Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.
By email
hr@striveliving.ca
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