Awake Night Staff | Temporary Full Time - #1943

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Job Details

Part Time

Location

Richmond, BC

Salary

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Job Description

If you have health care education and experience working with people with developmental disabilities, then we might have the perfect position for you. Developmental Disabilities Association is seeking Awake Night Staff (AWNS) for a position in one of our Vancouver based group homes to help support B.C.’s most vulnerable population. The AWNS provides a safe, comfortable, and home-like environment for each resident with the opportunity for each resident to develop life skills to the limits of their desire and potential. DDA encourages professional development, on-the-job training, community involvement, and a very inclusive work environment. Come see what we are about. Go to www.develop.bc.ca for all of our latest blogs and podcasts and scroll to the bottom of the page to connect with us on social.

JOB TITLE: AWAKE NIGHT STAFF | #1943
SERVICE AREA: Residential Services
LOCATION: Richmond, BC
START DATE: ASAP (Ending February 18, 2025)
TERM/STATUS: Temporary Full Time
SCHEDULE/HRS: 2 Week Shift Rotation
Week 1- Sunday/Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday | Week 2 – Sunday/Monday/Tuesday
All Shifts 22:00 - 08:30 // 73.5 hours Bi-weekly
HOURLY WAGE: $25.85 as per collective agreement

The Role:
The Awake Night Staff (AWNS) provides a safe, comfortable, and home-like environment for each resident with the opportunity for each resident to develop life skills to the limits of their desire and potential. The AWNS also ensures good communication between team members, family, and professionals with regard to the life of the individual.

What We Offer:

A fully employer-paid, comprehensive health and welfare benefits plan
Employee and Family Assistance Plan
Municipal Pension Plan
Educational and training opportunities

Requirements/Education/Experience:

Diploma or Certificate in an approved Health Care Training Program.
1-2 years of experience working with people with developmental disabilities.
Ability to implement complex behaviour programs.
Skilled in proactive training programs and crisis intervention.
Must be able to perform lifts and transfers of 40lbs.
Experience in Geriatric care preferred.
Formal training in the area of counselling and positive behavior support preferred.
Criminal Record Clearance
Medical Clearance
Valid First Aid/CPR
Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification
Demonstrated competency in English written and verbal communication
Basic computer literacy
Eligible to work in Canada

*This position is open to only Male applicants.
*This position requires Union Membership.

For more information, please visit our website at www.develop.bc.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

About Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA)

Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA) is a non-profit association which supports children and adults with developmental disabilities, enabling them to realize their full potential through new opportunities, personal choice, and community involvement. Areas within our association include: Infant Development, Integrated Child Care, Respite Care, After-school Leisure and Life Skills Programs, Supported Work and Employment Programs, Community Access, Residential Group Homes, Semi-Independent Living and our Head Office which is located in Richmond. Visit our website to see more details about DDA. www.develop.bc.ca or email your resumes to jobs@develop.bc.ca (job title or competition number must be entered in the subject line of your email)

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