About

• Connective is a dynamic non-profit organization that provides innovative programming in the social services sector. We strive to create safe, healthy, and inclusive communities for all.
• ROLE PURPOSE

• This position will provide support to residents in a home-like environment in one of our many housing programs. You will work to enhance residents' quality of life, maintain the goals of their counselling and/or rehabilitative programs, and ensure the orderly and safe operation of the facility.
• This role is to provide 1:1 support to an adult male client in their late 20's experiencing autism and exhibiting antisocial tendencies, verbal and physical aggression. This role takes place in a residential environment and will require providing personal care, hygiene care (such as bathing, showering), transportation, meals, emotional support and the ability to de-escalate situations and redirect clients.
• STATUS AND CLASSIFICATION
• Unionized; this position requires union membership. This position is open to applicants of all genders.

• HOURS

• Mornings (08:00 – 16:00)
• Evenings (16:00 – 00:00)
• Overnights (00:00 – 08:00)

• Casual employees must be available for at least 21 shifts per month in which seven are overnight shifts. If you are working full-time, or if you are a full-time student, we ask you for 15 shifts of availability per month in which five are overnight shifts (this is subject to employer or enrollment proof).

• These positions require the ability to work flexible hours during the daytime, evenings, and weekends based on operational needs.
• WHAT WE OFFER?
• Committed Living Wage Employer
• 2022 & 2023 Canadian Nonprofit Employer of Choice Aware from NEOC
• 2023 High-Performance Culture Award from SupportingLines
• Competitive benefits package, including health, wellness, and pension plan
• Career and personal development, with the ability to grow in a diverse range of programs and departments
• Access to a range of staff mental health supports, including an in-house counsellor, Employee Family Assistance Program, and Critical Incidents Stress Management
• Access to On-Demand Pay to withdraw earned wages before payday
• Connective is part of a portability program where employees moving from a CSSEA-member employer to Connective will port their service hours for vacation and wage purposes (within last 12 months)

• KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Provides input to the Program Manager and/or other staff regarding the development of appropriate care plans to achieve residents’ objectives

• Ensures residents follow the terms of their residency and are aware of the rules of the facility

• Provides emotional support and feedback to residents and their families

• When assigned, participates in social, recreational, employment, educational and other programs as appropriate to assist residents’ case/care plans

• Acts as a positive role model for residents, providing life skills training and behaviour management as appropriate

• EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• A Diploma in Social Services and one-year relevant experience is preferred; inhouse training can be provided for the right candidate

• Professional or lived experience working with vulnerable populations experiencing multiple barriers

• Autism experience

• A demonstrated and clear ability to respond well in crisis situations.
• Previous experience supporting adult clients exhibiting verbal and physical aggression is an asset.

• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• The physical requirements outlined below are non-specific to the position, as such, there may be additional tasks required. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities through our accommodation process.

• Ability to walk up and down stairs
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle
• Ability to move items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to perform First Aid, CPR, and Naloxone administration
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time
• Ability to complete general housekeeping duties (i.e., sweeping, mopping, wiping areas, laundry, changing light bulbs)

• REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to successfully complete a Vulnerable Persons Criminal Records Check
• Ability to successfully pass a reference check
• Current Emergency First Aid (Certificates accepted in B.C. - WorkSafeBC)
• Valid Class 5 BC driver’s license
• Proof of vaccination for communicable diseases may be required as mandated by Government, Health Authority, and/or funder requirements
• Personal transportation that is in good repair, insured for business up to $1,000,000 for liability, and which can be used to transport clients

• COMPENSATION

• As Connective is a unionized environment, the starting wage is $25.95 per hour plus 10.6% in lieu of vacation pay and benefits (for casual employees). The wage will increase with every 2,000 hours worked up to a maximum of $29.76 per hour.
• Important: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada, observe their weekly hours limit if under a temporary or study visa, and provide proof of eligibility if selected for the role.
• DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
• At Connective, we value and accommodate unique differences to ensure that our staff have the opportunity and are supported to thrive. To build a strong and representative workforce, we strongly encourage applications from BIPOC, LGBTQ2S+ people, immigrants, and people with disabilities or other marginalized communities.

• For more information on Connective’s services and locations, visit our website at https://connective.ca/