Employment

Start date: December 1st 2022
Application end date: November 15, 2022

Location: Masset, BC, Haida Gwaii
Level/Wage: JJEP Wage Grid Level 12 $24.48 – $28.52 per hour
Position: Temporary Part-Time
Hours: 0.50 FTE (20hrs/ week)

Mon, Wed, Fri ; 9am – 1pm

Tues, Thurs ; 1pm – 5pm

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: Assists the CLCM Manager in providing orientation, training, work direction and guidance to CLBC Group Home residence workers. Assists the CLCM Manager with staff scheduling and covers essential CLCM functions when the manager is away. Ensures the effective and efficient day-to-day operation of the CLBC Staffed Residential Group Home by ordering supplies/groceries, maintaining and monitoring inventory, and facilitating resident personal funds disbursements and tracking. Assists the CLCM Manager with overseeing client case management and fulfills other related duties as required.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists the Community Living Contracts Manager by overseeing the CLBC Staffed Residential Group Home Program in their absence.

• Assists the Community Living Contracts Manager in providing orientation, training, work direction and guidance to residence workers.
• Monitors Residence Support Worker staff in maintaining standards of cleanliness by creating Support Worker household duties lists and ensuring spring cleaning is accomplished. Reports any cleanliness shortfalls to the Program Director.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of resident information and any information gained as a result of employment at Haida Gwaii Society for Community Peace (HGSCP).
• Maintains familiarity with Community Living Programs through the CLBC and Home Share training modules.
• Maintains familiarity with CLBC standards for Unaccredited Service Providers as well as all other CLBC policies and the Employer’s internal policies and procedures. 
• Monitors and authorizes regular basic CLBC program expenditures and maintains financial records for residents in accordance with established procedures. Prepares the residents’ monthly budgets for review and approval by the CLCM Manager/Program Director.
• Assists the CLCM Manager with scheduling residence program staff as per CLBC contracts and BCGEU Collective Agreement requirements.
• Retains a thorough knowledge of community resource and collects and maintains current, appropriate resources in the support workers office. 
• Assesses residents’ immediate needs and assists them to define and implement an action plan. Provides information to residents on available resources and recommends appropriate services including all HGSCP programs such as Stopping the Violence Women’s Counselling (STV), Victim Services (VSP), Child and Youth Counselling (PEACE) and Outreach.
• Monitors and ensures the safety and comfort of residents and the security of the facility.  Facilitates conflict resolution between residents.
• Provides emotional support, encouragement, goal setting and problem-solving support to residents. Assists with facilitating residence team meetings.
• Liaises with other service agencies and professionals. Maintains current knowledge of issues and resources related to CLBC and adults with developmental disabilities. May participate in public awareness activities about Community Living BC services as offered by the HGSCP.
• Ensures housekeeping services such as laundry, housecleaning, grocery shopping and maintaining supplies are completed. Orders supplies/groceries; performs minor maintenance.
• Manages and participates in the CLBC Group Home meal activities by overseeing menu planning, grocery shopping and food inventory duties.
• Ensures cleanliness, safety, and repairs of the CLBC Group Home residence for health and safety by reporting to maintenance any concerns which include but are not limited to security alarms, fire systems, furnaces and general repairs.
• Maintains professional and confidential case notes, resident records, documents, forms and statistical information.
• Assists the Program Coordinator with program statistics submissions. The Senior Support Worker ensures that all required documentation is complete. Reports and discusses case planning concerns with Community Living Contracts Manager.
• Is familiar with HGSCP Policy and Procedure Manual and the BCGEU Collective Agreement.
• Attends educational training and participates in staff meetings as required.
• Documents and reports in writing to Program Director any unusual incidents and/or inappropriate behavior that is known or witnessed in a timely manner.
• 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

STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE:

• Will have respectful and open-minded interactions with the individuals receiving services, their families, advocates, other service providers, coworkers, the funding source, and the community in general to maintain effective Support Services.
• Will establish and maintain effective working relationships and lines of communication with the people we support, their families and advocates, the funding sources, and other agencies and service providers
• Will set a climate that supports the residents, the home share provider, and all involved (staff residents and internal partners) by promoting dignified support and functioning lines of communication between all parties.
• Will keep in contact and respond to emergency calls from the support team when required.
• Will assure the direction of support is always rooted in the choices, needs, health and personal vision of the people we support.
• Integrates quality criteria and standards into daily work practice and participates through suggestions, actions, etc. in continuous quality improvements in all aspects of operations.
• Will ensure a climate of respectful support rooted in the understanding that Staffed Residential Group Home locations are first and foremost a home for supported individuals.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Diploma in a related human / social service field:
• One (1) year related human/social service experience
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Must have a valid certification in Standard First Aid (2-day course) with a CPR-C component
• Food-Safe Certification
• Required to maintain a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License
• This position requires the successful candidate to have a vehicle that is in good working order and to use their vehicle in the course of their duties.
• This position is dependent on a Criminal Records Check (Vulnerable Sector).
• Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (two doses) to comply with current public health orders

Preferred Job Skills and Abilities:

• Strong personal values based on self-determination, autonomy, and dignity for all individuals.

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills,
• Able to manage time and priorities through effective self-directed multi – tasking

• Knowledge of power imbalances in our society that have resulted from colonization, ableism, and gender inequity
• Able to monitor residents and household for safety and security.
• Ability to adhere to directives while allowing residents their autonomy. 
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• Able to interact appropriately with upset or escalated residents according to established behavioural and safety plans. Demonstrated skills in working with individuals with developmental disabilities utilizing social services.

Additional Information:

Managing emergency situations according to established behavioural safety plans for residents is an ongoing expectation of this position.

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: $25.19
Position: Permanent Casual/ On-Call
Hours: On-Call/ Variable

Applications accepted by: clcm.hgspeace@massett.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.hgspeace@massett.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
Position: Casual/on call
Hours: Shifts are various mornings 7 AM – 3 PM; afternoons 3 PM – 11 PM; evenings 11 PM – 7 AM

Applications Accepted By: td.hgspeace@massett.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.

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)
• This position is dependent on a Criminal Record Check

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