$21 · Community Support Worker

Community Support Worker – TH Program: Thorpe House Position Status: Permanent Part-time Rotation & Schedule: 24 hours per week, 3 days per week Thursday-Saturday 23:00-7:00 (Graveyard Shift) Competition No: CSW–TPPT-Thu-Sat GY-15032022 Grid Level: Existing wage (or Grid Level 10) Thorpe House is looking for an enthusiastic and fun-loving person to join their team! Job Duties • Responsible for a range of services for people with developmental disabilities and/or mental illness and their families • Supports individuals with personal care assistance and maintaining a standard that will ensure that they are seen positively by their friends, family and community • Promote and maximize independence in the group residence, and community settings by providing opportunities for persons served to learn and practice new skills while developing their gifts, talents, qualities and abilities • Assistance with all activities of daily living including but not limited to: bathing, community activities, medical appointments, providing meals, and following care plans as outlined by professionals • Maintaining positive working relationships with all professionals involved in the care of the individuals Required Qualifications - Valid Class 5 Driver’s license and an acceptable driver’s abstract - Cleared criminal record check - Fully vaccinated against Covid-19 - First-aid Certificate Desired Qualifications • Demonstrate ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriate boundaries in a group home, community settings and with families. • Excellent communication skills in all required formats. • Demonstrate proficiency with documentation. • Familiarity with technology and software programs • Demonstrate ability to administer medications according the MAR sheet with close attention to detail. Restrictions & Requirements • This position requires BCGEU membership • This position is open to all applicants Expressions of interest must include: - Competition title and number - Resume indicating all qualifications and experience the applicant wishes to have considered - Cover letter demonstrating how those qualifications and experience fit the applicant for the position.