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Residential Support Worker for inclusion Powell River Society

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How To Apply

Position:Residential Support Worker
Employer:inclusion Powell River Society
Sector:Social Assistance
Posted:2023-May-11
Closing Date:2023-Jun-19
Salary or Wage:$25.05 - $28.75 per hour
Full or Part Time:Full Time
Location:Powell River, BC
Start Date:ASAP
Email:apply@inclusionpr.ca

Requirements

- Ability to interact effectively and develop positive relationships with specific residents living in the home
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proven ability to use personal computer and appropriate software effectively to complete the positions work on time. This includes at a minimum file management, e-mail, internet search, and word processing skills
- Excellent interpersonal behaviour and communication skills
- Knowledge of theory, principles and practices of the community living sector
- Proven ability to assist in emergencies
- Demonstrated ability to teach skills and work effectively with others
- Ability to involve residents in personal and household routines as well as work, recreation and other community activities
- Good organization, time and general management skills
- Ability to participate as a member of a residential team including flexibility
- High quality resident care skills
- Proven ability to assess and interpret human behaviour accurately and respond supportively
- Ability to recognize emerging health issues and respond appropriately

Duties and Responsibilities

- Strives to create a warm and comfortable home atmosphere that fosters a sense of belonging and empowerment for residents both at home and in the community
- Facilitates growth and development by providing opportunities for increasing independence and community involvement
- Establishes and maintains a warm and personal relationship with each individual living in the residence
- Establishes and maintains relationships of trust, security and unconditional support and implements behaviour programming focused on teaching effective coping skills to residents that promotes greater personal autonomy and richer life options
- Effectively carries out programs and structures, with the guidance of consulting professionals, for individuals who are autistic, deaf or blind or who have another complex disability, he/she is required to provide support services during the night if needed
- Dedicated and knowledgeable member of a comprehensive organization wide support team, as such, when deemed qualified with appropriate skills and abilities, he/she may provide services to individuals in related programs, when required
- Participates in ensuring that the strategic goals of the agency are met

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