Employment

Start date: ASAP
Application end date: Until filled

Location: Masset, BC, Haida Gwaii
Level/Wage: JJEP Wage Grid Level 10 $21.63 – $25.19 per hour – Daytime Shifts; $18.98 – $22.11 per hour – Asleep Night Shifts
Position: Permanent Casual/ On-Call
Hours: On-Call/ Variable

Applications accepted by: clcm@hgscp.ca
Subject line: Community Support Worker Position
Attention: Daniel Kolpatzik, Community Living Contracts Manager
Mail: box 811, 2132 Collison Avenue, Masset, BC, v0t1m0

Job Summary: As a CLBC Residence Worker you will be providing respectful daily living support to adult residents with developmental disabilities living in the CLBC staffed residence. You will also participate in the general daily operation and upkeep of the CLBC staffed residence. While working in close cooperation with the CLBC Community Support Worker team, you will be enhancing and supporting the quality of life for individuals by providing opportunities for full involvement in their community, in a manner respectful of the intelligence and independence already attained by the supported residents. This position is required to use their vehicle in the course of their duties.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Maintains strict confidentiality of client information and any information gained as a result of employment at Haida Gwaii Society for Community Peace (HGSCP).
2. Assists the CLCM manager in assessing residents’ immediate needs, in order to define and implement their identified goals in the areas of social inclusion, recreation, life skills, health, and financial. Evaluates client needs and participates in developing short-term plans (weekly and monthly) to meet such needs with the active participation of clients, their families and social networks. Participates in reviewing and evaluating the individual’s progress and assists the CLCM manager to make adjustments to programs and activities as required.
3. Assists clients with appropriate daily life skills within the CLBC residence home (i.e. meal times, bed times), social skills. Teaches and assists clients with activities such as grooming, hygiene, reminders re: medication, basic cooking, money management, shopping, household safety and pet care.
4. Transports and accompanies residents on social, recreational, and community outings to events and activities as identified in the short-term client program plans. Coordinates with Community Living Support Workers and the CLCM manager to connect residents with community inclusion activities as identified in personal program plans.
5. Provides information to residents on available community resources and recommends appropriate services including all HGSCP programs i.e. Stopping the Violence Women’s Counselling (STV), Victim Services (VSP), Child and Youth Counselling (CWWA) and Outreach.
6. Monitors and ensures the safety and comfort of residents and the security of the facility.  Facilitates conflict resolution between residents.
7. Provides emotional support, encouragement, goal setting and problem-solving support to residents. Facilitates house and/or support group meetings.
8. Liaises with other service agencies and professionals.
9. Completes housekeeping duties such as laundry, housecleaning, grocery shopping and maintaining supplies. Orders supplies/groceries; performs minor maintenance as well as identifying maintenance issues and bringing them to the supervisor’s attention.
10. Coordinates and prepares the residence meals; menu planning and food preparation as well as food inventory duties. Shops for and picks up weekly household groceries.
11. Assists with behaviour management training so as to support the clients to function appropriately within the CLBC residence as well as in the programs and community gatherings they attend, to participate safely and independently.
12. Recognizes, analyzes and manages potential crisis situations such as residents’ aggressive or upset behaviour in order to ensure no harm comes to the client, staff and/or the public.  Participates in and provides input toward developing behavioural intervention strategies to deal with such situations and informs the CLCM supervisor when new incidents arise. Works to implement behaviour management strategies as identified by the CLCM manager and behavioural consultant.
13. May assist residents with various basic personal care needs as required, such as grooming, showering, dressing; cooperates with home care service professionals to ensure basic personal care needs are met for residents.
14. Provides crisis intervention, risk assessment and safety planning for residents. Provides information, advocacy for and assistance to residents.
15. Provides emotional support and feedback to clients and their family and friends regarding current issues with the supported individuals.
16. Maintains professional and confidential case notes, resident records, documents, forms and statistical information by entering relevant information into the client information software and into communication and statistics logs.
17. Attends educational training and participates in staff meetings as required.
18. Documents and reporting in writing to the supervisor any unusual incidents and/or inappropriate behaviour that is known or witnessed.
19. Is familiar with HGSCP Policy and Procedure Manual and the BCGEU Collective Agreement.
20. Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

1. Minimum Grade 12 or G.E.D. equivalent. Social service worker courses/education and or experience would be an asset.
2. Required to complete certification in Standard First Aid (2-day course or online course) with a CPR-C component
3. Food-Safe Certification
4. Class 5 Drivers License (plus reliable vehicle, Drivers abstract)
5. Completion of Violence Prevention/De-escalation course (online, offered by HGSCP as on-the job training)
6. This position is dependent on a Criminal Records Check.
7. Two doses of COVID-19 vaccination are required as per current Public Health Order

Required Skills

• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to use computers and databases effectively and learn new software skills quickly
• Ability to be kind, compassionate and supportive with clients.
• Able to monitor residents and household for safety and security.
• Ability to adhere to directives while allowing clients their autonomy. 
• Able to deal appropriately with and use de-escalation skills with upset residents.

Start date: ASAP
Application end date: Until filled

Location: Queen Charlotte City/Daajing Giids, South End, Haida Gwaii
Level/Wage: JJEP Wage Grid Level 10 $21.63 – $25.19 per hour, includes Extended Health & Dental Benefits Package
Position: Permanent 0.5FTE
Hours: 20 hours per week with possible additional hours based on program needs

Applications accepted by: clcm@hgscp.ca
Subject line: Community Support Worker Position
Attention: Daniel Kolpatzik, Community Living Contracts Manager
Mail: box 811, 2132 Collison Avenue, Masset, BC, v0t1m0

Job description:
You will be respectfully & creatively supporting adults with developmental disabilities in developing skills needed to be active & included in the community. Services will be offered in a manner respectful of the cognitive abilities & goals of the individuals. A person centered approach to planning activities will be a cornerstone in your work with individuals. As a member of our support worker team. You will be enhancing & supporting the quality of life for individuals by providing the opportunity for full involvement in their community.
NOTE: All duties will be adapted to include appropriate COVID-19 precautions & protocols

Qualifications & Requirements (On the job training provided)
• Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent
• One year of recent related experience or transferable experience (courses or certificate in Social Service Work would also be an asset)
• Class 5 Drivers License (Reliable Vehicle, Drivers abstract)
• First Aid with CPR
• Clear Criminal Record Check
• Reliable vehicle and satisfactory driver’s abstract.
• This position requires Union Membership with BCGEU General Services
• This position is required to use their vehicle in the course of their duties.

This position requires the successful applicant to use their own vehicle in the course of their duties.

Preferred Skills
•             Excellent interpersonal skills.
•             Good organizational, time and general management skills
•             Knowledge of group process and facilitation techniques
•             Knowledge of disabilities essential
•             Must be able to maintain confidentiality

For a complete job description please contact ea@hgscp.ca

Location: Masset, BC
Level/Wage: JJEP Wage Grid Level 10 $23.90 – $25.19/hour plus additional 10.2% on all casual hours worked in casual positions
Various Positions Available: Casual/on call positions, 0.70 FTE Temporary Part-Time Position (March 1 – Aug 31, 2023, 15 x 8-hour shifts per month)
Hours: Shifts are various mornings 7 AM – 3 PM; afternoons 3 PM – 11 PM; evenings 11 PM – 7 AM

Applications Accepted By: td@hgscp.ca
Subject Line: Transition House Support Worker
Attention: Transition House Director
Mail: Box 811, 2132 Collison Avenue, Masset, BC, V0T1M0

The employee is NOT required to use their automobile in the performance of their duties.
This position requires Union membership; accepted applicant will need to join BCGEU.
Casual Positions receive an additional 10.2% in lieu of vacation & stat benefits.

Job Description
Provide support, security, information, education, crisis intervention and referrals to residents and Help-line callers. Also responsible for general upkeep and daily operation of the Transition house.
NOTE: All duties will be adapted to include appropriate COVID-19 protocols.

Qualifications & Education Requirements                                  

• Certificate, diploma or related course work in a human / social service field: would be an asset but is not required
• One (1) year related human/social service experience
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• This position is dependent on a satisfactory Criminal Record Check
• This position requires union membership with BCGEU General Services

Must be willing to complete (on-the-job training is provided)

• Standard First Aid (2-day course) with a CPR-C component
• Food-Safe Certification
• Completion of Violence Prevention/De-escalation course (online)
• Completion of Domestic Violence Safety Planning course (online)
• BCSTH Foundations in Violence Against Women Training (online)
• BCSTH Introduction to Transition House Work Module 1 (online)
• BCSTH Introduction to Transition House Work Module 2 (online)
• And other related trainings as required

For a complete job description please contact:  ea@hgscp.ca