In-home Caregiver

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
The Home Share Program is a residential option in which adults with developmental disabilities live with someone who is contracted with Connective to provide ongoing support. The In-Home Caregiver role is to provide a safe home environment where adults can develop social and life skills to ready themselves to reach their full potential for independence by working with them on a daily basis.
For more information on the Home Share residential option, please visit the CLBC Website

HOURS
This position requires the supervision of the client as needed.

LOCATIONS
Vancouver Island - Victoria, Duncan, Port Alberni, Parksville.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Provides flexible and evolving support to individuals changing needs within a home
- Works with the guidelines and instructions within the Home Sharing Services Handbook and all other policies and standards set for the Home Sharing Program
- Provides suitable accommodation (ownership or lease), to be the primary residence of the individual
- Ensures a stable, structured and home-like environment and positive role models to guarantee the safety of the Individual
- Takes appropriate action to accomplish the objectives set for the service user
- Cooperates with any plan established by the Agency or the Ministry for the placement of the Individual outside the Home
- Establishes safety and emergency procedures to provide support, care and supervision consistent with the Personal Service Plan of the Individual
- Ensures that the Individual and their chosen family are involved in all planning and decision making on matters affecting the Individual, whenever possible
- Assists the individual in making effective choices concerning the development and maintenance of friendships and relationships
- Conducts regular and ongoing communication with the individual’s support teams, maintaining clear and professional relationships
- Fulfills necessary administrative duties, such as completing Critical Incident Reports
- Reports to Home Share Manager on a regular basis, and in bi-monthly check-ins

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
- Has a trauma informed approach and/or a harm reduction model of support
- Is adept at conflict resolution and de-escalation
- Is familiar with Positive Behaviour Interventions and Supports
- Has appropriate space and time to care for the individual
- Has a desire or experience to assist individuals achieve their optimal independence
- Significant and recent experience in providing care to individuals facing multiple barriers

Preference for Home Share Providers with Social Services experience and knowledge of non-profit work environments, and Developmental Disabilities. We offer Mandt, New Provider Training, Assisting with Medication Management Training, and Health and Safety Management training to all providers.

**REQUIREMENTS**:

- Ability to successfully complete a Criminal Records Check for everyone in the residence that is over 18 years old
- Current Emergency First Aid Certificate
- Resides in the Lower Mainland
- Comfortable working with substance use and mental health
- Basement suite or room in the house needed

COMPENSATION
The compensation will vary according with the contract and individual being served. The contract may range between $1585 - $3500 per month.

WHAT WE OFFER?
- Access to a range of staff mental health supports
- Employee Family Assistance Program and Critical Incidents Stress Management

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION