Respite Provider

2 weeks ago

Calgary, Canada Vecova Full time

Here at Vecova, we are passionate about inclusion and believe we can improve the lives of all members of our community. We are a dynamic leader in the disability sector providing programs, services and enterprises designed to meet the needs of persons of all abilities through housing, employment and wellness services. We are a team of talented individuals, big-thinkers and collaborators, who embrace our values and guiding principles to drive our mission and vision forward.

“We are creating a workplace culture of inclusion and belonging where all team members feel heard and valued. We are a diverse group of individuals working towards a common and noble goal of inclusion for everyone.” - Kelly Holmes-Binns, Chief Executive Officer - Vecova

THE OPPORTUNITY - RESPITE PROVIDER

WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Provide Respite housing support in your residence 1 weekend per month to a consumer with a disability and mental health support requirements with an emphasis on residential and community based activities
- Establish and build a professional relationship with client
- Facilitate and support the client to:

- recognize and develop safety skills including how to respond to emergency situations
- develop good health practices and personal care, which include assisting with dressing and grooming
- recognize and respond to health care needs which may require attendance at medical appointments or liaison with health care professionals
- administer medications, if required
- recognize and respond to emotional and mental health needs
- promote and participate in leisure activities
- develop and/or maintain a support (social) network
- develop a personally rewarding and satisfying lifestyle
- demonstrate awareness of abusive situations and inappropriate responses
- budget, bank and manage personal finances as required
- provide all meals and snacks during the respite period
- provide complex behaviour supports

WHAT YOU BRING
We are looking to engage team members with diverse skills, experiences and interests. These are some of the competencies and credentials we are looking for:

- Diploma and/or Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Community Rehabilitation, Disability Studies or a related social science
- Minimum of two years of experience working with individuals with disabilities or an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience
- Demonstrate professional documentation skills
- Demonstrates problem solving, caring, compassion and understanding while at the same time aware of professional boundaries
- Available 2 days per month (i.e., a day is considered a 24 hour period), including on-call support at night
- Home specific requirements:

- must include a furnished, private bedroom for consumer and shared space within the home available to provide respite housing supports

WHEN YOU WORK AT VECOVA
No two days will be the same You’ll have the opportunity to embark on a gratifying career with an organization that puts people first.

Vecova is committed to life-long learning and ongoing training is part of who we are. We have comprehensive training programs and we offer learning opportunities to expand your knowledge and skills, stay current in your field, and continue to learn as your career progresses.

When you work at Vecova you belong. Join Us

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

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