Residential Child/Youth Worker

Residential Child/Youth Worker

Residential Child/Youth Worker

Thompson Community Services

Indeed

Victoria, BC

2 weeks ago

No application

About

Challenge yourself in a rewarding environment by joining a progressive and empowering agency.

Duties include:

  • Providing care and support to youth with developmental disabilities, and assisting in their developmental growth and success;
  • Assisting individuals with activities of daily living, personal care, including personal hygiene and self-care, which may include transfer of function duties such as gastrostomy feeding, tracheostomy and ventilation management, and suction and bowel management;
  • Medication administration;
  • Developing and participating in community activities and opportunities to enhance inclusion and acceptance;
  • Ensuring a safe environment for everyone;
  • Effective communications with management, families and other stakeholders;
  • Participating and contributing in the planning process related to the individual’s Personal Life Plan; and
  • Assisting with maintaining and building effective relationships.

Education and Qualifications:

  • Diploma or Certificate in a related human/social service field. Two years recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience in providing care and support to children and youth is preferred.
  • Two-year related experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or physical/medical/behavioral support needs, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience is preferred.
  • Negative TB test is required.
  • Possessing a valid Driver’s license and a clear driving record are required.
  • A BC class 4 driver’s license is required for permanent positions no later than 90 days of hire.

TCS offers an inclusive, positive and flexible work environment that motivates our employees to come to work each day. The compensation package includes company-paid benefits, a defined benefit pension plan through the Municipal Pension Plan, and competitive wages starting at $27.54/hour.

These positions require union membership with BCGEU.

Apply today and start making a difference in someone’s life!

TCS requires all new employees to provide a satisfactory criminal record check (CRC) and HUB clearance (Ministry of Children and Family Development) prior to the start of their employment.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Casual

Pay: From $27.54 per hour

Additional pay:

  • Overtime pay

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Dental care
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

  • French not required

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Holidays
  • Monday to Friday
  • Morning shift
  • Night shift
  • On call
  • Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person