Residential Community Support Workers Nanaimo - Casual Pool

The Program

Taproot Community Support Services (formerly WJS Canada) works to improve the lives of person in their communities through a variety of programs and services.

Mains Program is designed to accommodate youth that have experienced a history of failure in other programs and group homes in Nanaimo British Columbia. Our services support youth recovering from adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and overcoming other adversity by providing them with housing and traumabased guidance.

We accommodate and support traumatized youth in comfortable and welcoming facilities with twenty four hour staffing. Paired housemates share common areas but each child has his or her own bedroom. We offer a safe environment in a residential and friendly neighbourhood. An open door policy encourages a wandering youth to return at any time.

Join our dedicated social services team to mentor these individuals to develop their unique strengths and encourage independence.

The Position

We are currently hiring for the following roles in a casual / oncall capacity with the opportunity to apply for parttime and fulltime positions as they become available:

Residence Workers may include overnight awake scheduling (Grid 10
Residential Child and Youth Workers (Grid 11

These positions require union membership with BCGEU.

Challenging behaviours may occur on a daily basis therefore applicants with ASIST Suicide training experience with deescalation techniques and a minimum of 1 year of experience working with individuals with significant mental health concerns high behaviors and/or trauma will be given preference for these positions.

Casual/On Call staff will be contacted to work a variety of unionized roles and shifts (based on availability) to cover staff illness LOA vacation etc. in a 24hr/7 program located in Nanaimo British Columbia.

In Your Role You Will

Independently work with client(s) towards achieving the goals set out in their Individual Support Plan (ISP); encouraging them during setbacks and celebrating successes with them.
Support/supervise complex behavioural emotional and social needs/development (in the residence & during community activities)
Use deescalation techniques to deal with challenging behaviours.
Assist client in developing life skills within the home including household chores (meal prep cleaning etc. in a consistent healthy & safe environment and their community.
Model healthy relationships and setting boundaries
Drive person in care (in your own or company vehicle) accompany to appointments and supervise/participate with the client in recreational and community activities.
Request a job description for full duties and responsibilities.

***Prior to confirmation of employment all applicants must provide a copy of a current Criminal Record Check and/or Government Screening Letter. These checks vary depending on province and sector and will be communicated by the Program Hiring Team.

As An Ideal Candidate You Possess

Diploma or Degree in Child and Youth Care Psychology Social Work Disability Studies Sociology Healthcare Aide PSW Practical Nursing or equivalent
Minimum of 1 year of experience in adult child and youth care or with individuals with a developmental disability mental health issues or brain injury in a communitybased setting.
Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Other related fields of experience include Community Support Worker Education Assistant Special Needs Behaviour Interventionist Youth Worker

Valid BC Drivers Class 5 License and clean drivers abstract
A reliable safe vehicle that has appropriate insurance is an asset
Positive behavior supports experience and Trauma informed care an asset.
Valid CPR/First Aid NonViolent Crisis Intervention Certificate (Mandt) and Conflict Resolution Certificate (or ability to obtain within probation period)
Physicians note confirming suitability including immunization records and negative tuberculosis screening test

**Successful applicants will be required to participate in MCFD screening and provide three 3 professional reference prior to confirmed employment with Taproot Community Support Services.***

Taproot adheres to provincial/legislated communicable disease prevention protocols. Some of our community health care providers/stakeholders may require Taproot employees to be vaccinated in order to be able to enter establishments while supporting Taproot individuals/clients in service.

Not sure you meet the requirements We still welcome you to apply as we may be able to consider diverse combinations of skills education and experience.

What Taproot Community Support Services Does

At Taproot your passion for helping others can truly make a difference. As an employeeowned company we value collaboration learning and innovation. Our strengthbased approach guides both our care and how we support each other. Join a team where your voice matters and together were building a company were proud of.

Our Employees Enjoy

Casual employees are paid an additional 10.6 of wages in lieu of benefits
Ability to apply for other positions within the Union and within Taproot Community Support Services
Professional development opportunities and jobrelated training
Flexible hours to accommodate life/work balance
Long Service Milestone rewards
Employee referral bonus program

For more information on Taproot Community Support Services visit our website: taproot

No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what weve identified and you think you can bring value to the role wed love to learn more about you! Please apply.

EqualOpportunity Employer
Our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is unwavering. We believe that varied backgrounds and experiences fuel innovation and success. As an equalopportunity employer we prioritize diversity equity and inclusion across all operations. Were seeking candidates passionate about contributing to our multicultural teams and enriching our workplace with their unique insights and cultural sensitivity.
We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply and join us in fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment.

No telephone calls please. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be notified.