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Respite/Caregiver for an individual with complex needs
Are you looking for a new job which will make a difference in the life of a delightful 33-year-old female?
You will be in charge of helping this engaging young lady interact in meaningful ways with her community and others. You will assist her with her physical, dietary and augmentative communication needs while ensuring her life continues to be rich, enjoyable and filled with independence and choice. Her parent’s will be grateful for the respite you provide them so they can continue to support the individual from their homes.
If you are a reliable, flexible, and compassionate person who has had similar jobs and experiences supporting individuals with complex needs, we would love to connect with you. The young lady would love being supported by a person who has a sense of humour; an ability to keep calm and self-regulate in stressful situations; loves music and has an ability to laugh and have fun.
Job Type- Respite Worker -day and overnight respite care
Pay: $27.00 - $30.00 per hour (negotiable depending on experience and qualifications) for care during the day. Half (1/2) wage per hour for 10 hours of nighttime care. Paid bi-weekly
Care Requirements: Minimum one weekend a month up to and including 2 to 3 weeknights per week
Work Location: Your home preferred (but could also be at individual’s home).
Are you looking for a new job which will make a difference in the life of a delightful 33-year-old female?
You will be in charge of helping this engaging young lady interact in meaningful ways with her community and others. You will assist her with her physical, dietary and augmentative communication needs while ensuring her life continues to be rich, enjoyable and filled with independence and choice. Her parent’s will be grateful for the respite you provide them so they can continue to support the individual from their homes.
If you are a reliable, flexible, and compassionate person who has had similar jobs and experiences supporting individuals with complex needs, we would love to connect with you. The young lady would love being supported by a person who has a sense of humour; an ability to keep calm and self-regulate in stressful situations; loves music and has an ability to laugh and have fun.
Job Type- Respite Worker -day and overnight respite care
Pay: $27.00 - $30.00 per hour (negotiable depending on experience and qualifications) for care during the day. Half (1/2) wage per hour for 10 hours of nighttime care. Paid bi-weekly
Care Requirements: Minimum one weekend a month up to and including 2 to 3 weeknights per week
Work Location: Your home preferred (but could also be at individual’s home).
Qualifications & Experience
REQUIREMENTS:
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Community Support Worker Certificate / Long Term Care Aid Certificate or equivalent experience
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Current Basic First Aid Certificate that includes C.P.R.
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Experience in supporting an individual with behavioural challenges an asset
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Criminal Record Check from the Ministry of Justice (paid for by employer)
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Current Driver’s Abstract from ICBC (no charge when requested by employee)
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Signed medical form stating you are physically capable of performing the job (paid for by employer)
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Current Covid vaccination, Flu Shot, Hepatitis B Vaccine, T.B. Test
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Valid Driver’s license
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
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Experience with providing personal care (gastrostomy tube feeding, medicines, bathing, dressing and toileting)
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Knowledge and ability to do transfers in and out of a wheelchair using a lift system.
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Knowledge of augmentative communication systems and “Minspeak” is an asset
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The ability and the computer skills to complete required administration forms and a communication book
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Skill in respectfully supporting people who communicate through physical and/or behavioral means
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Commitment to upgrading skills and knowledge
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Ability to work flexible hours that suit the individual and her family’s needs
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Community Support Worker Certificate / Long Term Care Aid Certificate or equivalent experience
•
Current Basic First Aid Certificate that includes C.P.R.
•
Experience in supporting an individual with behavioural challenges an asset
•
Criminal Record Check from the Ministry of Justice (paid for by employer)
•
Current Driver’s Abstract from ICBC (no charge when requested by employee)
•
Signed medical form stating you are physically capable of performing the job (paid for by employer)
•
Current Covid vaccination, Flu Shot, Hepatitis B Vaccine, T.B. Test
•
Valid Driver’s license
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
•
Experience with providing personal care (gastrostomy tube feeding, medicines, bathing, dressing and toileting)
•
Knowledge and ability to do transfers in and out of a wheelchair using a lift system.
•
Knowledge of augmentative communication systems and “Minspeak” is an asset
•
The ability and the computer skills to complete required administration forms and a communication book
•
Skill in respectfully supporting people who communicate through physical and/or behavioral means
•
Commitment to upgrading skills and knowledge
•
Ability to work flexible hours that suit the individual and her family’s needs