Community Residential Support Workers

7 months ago

Halifax, Canada igility Health Association Nova Scotia Full time

Job DescriptionJob Description
Regional Residential Services Society - Community Support Workers, Part-time

Are you passionate about helping people? Seeking meaningful employment where you can have a genuine impact on equity, social inclusion, and individual rights for the people you support? If so, the opportunity you have been seeking may be at Regional Residential Services Society (RRSS).

Regional Residential Services Society (RRSS) is the largest non-profit community-based residential services agency in Nova Scotia. As the industry leader in our province, we strive to provide superior services that empower adults with intellectual disabilities to be actively engaged members of their households and communities. Driven by strong values and our vision of inclusion, we are dedicated to creating an organization and work environment that promotes individual growth and career satisfaction.

**We are currently recruiting for**:
**COMMUNITY RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT WORKERS (PART-TIME)**

**KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES**:
Reporting to a House Supervisor, you will be responsible for supporting adults with intellectual disabilities in their day-to-day lives. Areas of support may include community access, recreation and leisure, household management, life skills, personal care, and medication administration. This is a fast-paced environment requiring critical planning, excellent communication skills, and an ability to work collaboratively. RRSS is a dynamic and rewarding work environment where creativity and an individualized approach are encouraged to meet the needs and goals of each person you support.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Grade XII. Preference given to post-secondary studies in Human Services and/or experience in a Human Service field.
- Effective communication in a professional manner at all levels within the organization and an ability to liaise with key partners including families, professionals, and other agencies.
- The ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- The ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a fast paced environment.
- Strong organization and record keeping skills.
- Positive ability to work within a team.
- Must have values and skills compatible with the type and level of support required.

**COMPENSATION**:
$22.45 per hour (plus shift differentials where applicable)

Health and Dental Benefits, Life Insurance, LTD, AD&D, and Group RRSP plan.

**OTHER REQUIREMENTS**:
Scheduling is based on a 4 week rotational schedule including evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts.

**APPLICATION PROCESS**:
Offers of Employment Contingent Upon:
Satisfactory Canadian Criminal Record Check and satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check

This is an NSGEU Bargaining unit position and preference will be given to bargaining unit employees.

RRSS is committed to inclusive, barrier-free selection and work environments. If contacted in relation to this process, please advise the organization's representative of any accommodations you require to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

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