CLBC Residence Support Worker
Job No:
144968
Location:
Haida Gwaii / Masset, BC
- Live and work in one of the most stunning places in Canada
- Receive a competitive hourly wage, $500 hiring bonus, plus full benefits
- Make a lasting impact while serving our vibrant community
About the Haida Gwaii Society for Community Peace
Located in Masset, BC, the Haida Gwaii Society for Community Peace (HGSCP) is a not-for-profit association of volunteers and professionals whose purpose is to provide temporary, secure housing, and advocacy for survivors of family or gender-based violence; and to promote safety and/or equality for everyone on Haida Gwaii. We envision a community where all residents will be free to reach their potential uninhibited by violence, trauma, mental health, developmental disabilities, housing issues, or lack of skills/knowledge.
To read more about our organization, our services, and the community we serve, please visit our website.
About Masset, BC
The small village of Masset is the largest town on Haida Gwaii. Located at the northern end of Graham Island, the largest of the more than 150 significant islands that comprise Haida Gwaii, Masset is the northern gateway to North Beach and Naikoon Provincial Park. Getting to Masset is convenient via daily flights to and from Vancouver, and float plane/ferry service to and from Prince Rupert.
To learn more about our beautiful community, including stunning sights to see and exciting things to do, please visit this website.
About the Opportunity
In collaboration with Community Living BC (CLBC), and as part of our brand-new facility that supports and serves adults with developmental disabilities, HGSCP is looking for part-time and full-time Residence Workers, based out of Masset, BC.
Reporting to Community Living Contracts Manager (CLCM), you will provide daily living support to adult residents with developmental disabilities living in the CLBC staffed residence.
Specifically, the scope of your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Participating in the general daily operations and upkeep of the CLBC staffed residence
- Enhancing and supporting the quality of life for residents, by providing opportunities for full community involvement
- Providing support while respecting the residents' space, boundaries, capabilities, and independence
- Assisting the CLCM manager in assessing the residents’ immediate needs
- Transporting and accompanying residents on social, recreational, and community outings/events
- Providing information and recommendations to residents regarding community resources
- Completing housekeeping and meal preparation duties, as required
- Managing potential crisis situations while providing crisis intervention, risk assessment, safety planning, and emotional support
- Attending and assisting appropriate educational training pertaining to the role
- Maintaining professional and confidential case notes
- For Residential Night Workers: responding to residents’ nighttime needs (medical or otherwise) that may arise, and deal with any behavioural challenges
About You
To qualify, you will need a minimum secondary education or equivalent. Candidates with background in social work, social services, community programs, or not-for-profit exposure, are highly encouraged to apply! However, we offer full training to anyone without prior experience, so if you're willing to learn and grow, we want to hear from you!
In addition, we also require the following:
- Standard First Aid certification with a CPR-C component, or the ability to obtain one (2-day course or online course)
- Food-Safe Certification, or the ability to obtain one
- Class 5 Driver's License, a reliable vehicle, and clean driver's abstract
- Completion of Violence Prevention/De-escalation course (online and offered by HGSCP as part of on-the-job training provided)
- Clean Criminal Records Check
- Basic computer proficiency and ability to complete online data/information entry for client file record keeping
Due to the nature of the role, it is crucial that you possess outstanding interpersonal skills, professionalism in handling confidential information, flexibility in handling unpredictable situations, and compassion in supporting the vulnerable members of our community.
Above all, you are excited in immersing in our vibrant community while displaying strong passion in helping others achieve an enhanced quality of life.
About the Benefits
The successful candidate will receive a wage in the range of $18.98 to $25.19 per hour, based on collective agreement, wage grids, and shift schedule. All regular CLBC Residence Worker positions also receive access to a wide range of employee benefits, including:
- $500 Hiring Bonus
- Health and dental coverage
- Flexible hours
- Relocation assistance to successful candidates outside of Haida Gwaii
- Excellent training program to make you succeed in the role
- Opportunity to live and work in one of the most sought-after communities in the country
- Take part in our rich culture, while truly making long-term positive impact
By joining the HGSCP team, you can have a rewarding and exciting career that offers great opportunities for professional progression. Best of all, all of your hard work and dedication will serve the good of our community.
If you share our values and have the skills necessary to bring success to the role, then we invite you to apply today!