Support Worker (Part-Time)

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If you are interested in working in a dynamic and rewarding environment while helping others meet their full potential in all areas of daily living Pathway Community Services Ltd. will provide you with the opportunity to grow professionally and receive on-job training in an open and supportive environment.

LOCATION : Chilliwack

TYPE OF POSITION: Part-Time

HOURS

• Mornings (07:00AM 3:00PM)
• Evenings (03:00PM 11:00PM)

General Job Description:

Pathway Community Services Ltd. Provides residential support services to children with a wide range of abilities and challenges who have been diagnosed with ADHD OCD FASD ASD developmental delays mental health issues as well as high risk order to work successfully within our team the ideal candidate should have a strong work ethic and a high standard of practice in all areas.

As well the ideal candidate should have the flexibility and willingness to work with children who may present high risk and challenging behaviours. Availability to engage in ongoing training is needed. Managing emergency situations in a stressful environment is an ongoing expectation. Evening and weekend work is required.

Knowledge and adherence to Pathway Community Services Ltds policies is expected.

Responsibilities:

• To collaboratively assist with the day-to-day operations of the residence in order to maintain a high standard of living within our communities
• To dependably implement every individuals plan of care exactly as written
• To provide a safe structured educational and developmentally appropriate home environment that promotes a sense of well-being self-confidence belonging and independence for the individual.
• To collaborate with the individuals and their larger network to pro-actively promote opportunities for inclusion in all environments.
• To efficiently meet all documentation requirements within established timelines
• To commit toall scheduled shifts

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Minimum of 2 years experience working with Autism OR an educational background in ABA
• Certificate and/or degree in the Social Services or related field an asset
• CPI and/or Mandt certification and training
• First Aid training (Condition of Hire)
• Class 5 drivers license

Background and Experience

• Experience in application and understanding of behavioural support plans
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Time management and general organizational skills
• Ability to work with others
• Ability to work independently
• Insight into individuals needs and specific challenges
• Experience with phase escalation cycles
• Experience accessing community resources
• Experience in collaboratively working with a wide collateral service net
• Ability to consistently follow and implement all plans of care
• Ability to be a strong advocate
• Work collaboratively with all members of the team and wrap around services

Key Personal Characteristics

PRIDE

• Passionate /Pro-Active
• Resourceful /Respectful
• Invested/Initiative
• Dynamic/ Dependable
• Engaged/Energized

Wage: 27.00 Per hour