Residence Worker – Permanent Part Time

Job Summary: The Residence Worker provides care for the individuals in the group home and participates as part of the team responsible for implementing all aspects of the residents’ program, including the organization’s policies, procedures and philosophy. On both an individual and group basis, the Residence Worker supports the quality of life for residents by ensuring that their physical, social, educational and health needs are met.

Education, Training and Experience

Community Support Worker Certificate or equivalent

Three month’s experience delivering similar services

Experience in supporting individuals with disabilities in a group home setting

Valid First Aid and CPR certification

Food Safe Certificate

Class 5 driver’s license (Class 4 preferred) and own vehicle

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of theory, values and practices in community living including support systems

Demonstrated ability to advocate, provide personalized support and teach life skills to residents

Ability to work alone and unsupervised, as well as part of a team

Ability to perform lifts and transfers of clients

Effective interpersonal communication skills

Basic computer skills preferably experience with Microsoft Office

Advocacy

To advocate for individuals and families so they obtain needed support

To teach individuals and families self-advocacy skills

To advocate for support and change within the systems that affect residents and their families

Personal Attributes

Positive role model including modeling a healthy lifestyle

Empathy, warmth, and understanding

Ability to work effectively with families, staff, volunteers, and organizations

Physician’s health reference and Negative TB test

Current, satisfactory criminal record search

Please Note:

Applicants must provide at least one written professional reference from a previous supervisor or manager

• •The successful candidate will begin employment at the Campbell Residence:
• Saturday and Sunday 7:00am – 1:00pm, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 4:00pm-9:00pm

This position is open to all qualified individuals and requires Union membership

May be required to use personal vehicle

Successful applicant must acquire Class 4 Unrestricted drivers’ license in order to pass the three-month trial period

Hiring Incentive

Join our team and receive a $500 hiring incentive when you successfully complete your three-month probationary period, subject to applicable eligibility requirements.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous people, racialized persons, people with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and all those with diverse lived experiences. Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible with accommodations available upon request. If you need support during the application or Interview process, please reach out we will make every effort that your needs are met.