Residential Support Worker

Nanaimo

Position

Residential Support Worker

Location

Nanaimo

Job Description

Flexibility of shifts ~ Opportunity to Maximize Hours ~ Employer-paid Benefits for Full-time

Carmichael Enterprises Residential Programs Ltd. is a CARF accredited organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of persons served. Our skilled teams of residential support workers provide support to adults with developmental delays, mental health concerns, addictions, and often severe behavioral challenges including aggression.

  • Our approaches are trauma informed and client-centered in order to optimize our ability to assist our persons served in their individual goals
  • Principles of mindfulness and promoting an awareness of thought patterns and emotions experienced in the present, are integral to our role in this journey
  • Casual staff with full availability are often working 40 hours weekly and moving into permanent positions within a few months
  • 2-day SIVA Training (Supporting Individuals Through Valued Attachments) provided without charge to all employees.
  • Competitive wages

Oversees the overall care of persons served in the home. Participates as part of the team responsible for the efficient functioning of residence operations on both an individual and group basis. The Residential Support Worker enhances and rehabilitates the quality of life for persons served by ensuring that their placement, social, educational, health, emotional/behavioral, and cultural needs are met. Case management, life skills support, behaviour management, hygiene assistance, medications, and community inclusion are all aspects of this position.

Applicant Requirements:

  • Education, training, and /experience working with persons with developmental delays and behavioral challenges
  • Current clear RCMP Criminal Record Check
  • BC Class 5 Drivers License
  • Valid First Aid certificate (First Aid – Community Care Facilities preferred)
  • Current immunization records demonstrating compliance with the province’s immunization programs including public health orders related to COVID-19;
  • Clear TB test;

Compensation: $25.08/hr to start. Benefits for full-time employees are employer paid and include RRSP matching.

Apply

Please see the job description and requirements prior to submitting your application to ensure suitability. All resumes are kept on file for 6 months so there is no need to reapply.

Interested applicants are invited to apply by sending a cover letter and resume detailing your qualifications to cathybontogon@carmichaelenterprises.ca