Support Worker

**Job description**

**Please Read**

We are looking to hire committed staff for our education programme. This is a part time position which can lead to full time.

Having your class 5 divers license with 5 million liability is preferred but not needed. All applicants must provide a clean CRC.

At A Taste of Learning we offer a child centred approach to learning and we specialize in supporting individuals with complex needs.

**AS A SUPPORT PROVIDER YOU WILL**:

- Work to support a learner with complex needs in a 1:1 or 2:1 support ratio with support from a teacher and in the temporary absence of a teacher.
- Ensure learners are following a programme plan and document learner’s strengths, achievements and needs throughout the day.
- Take a holistic approach to support the whole child which includes all aspects of life.
- Monitor, observe, record and report on behavioural, learning and personal patterns.
- Work in high pressure and in high energy environments
- Support to offer self-care programmes including teaching and implementing handwashing, oral hygiene, and potty training.
- Supporting and implementing mindfulness and wellness programmes
- Supporting and implementing physical literacy
- Supporting and implementing social skills
- Supporting and implementing health education
- Supporting and implementing community engagement, including supervising and patriating with learners in community settings such as skating, swimming, gymnastics, curling, etc.
- Assist in implementation of instructional programs for designated students by monitoring, observing, recording and reporting on behavioural, learning and personal patterns.
- Support learning and skill development activities in worksite and community-based settings.
- Carry out personal and health care plans as directed.
- Follows established protocol regarding administration of medicine and/or medical procedures.
- Assists with the physical safety of learners and assists them with equipment, at and in the swimming pool and during exercise or play activities.
- Operates, services, adjusts, and sanitizes specialized personal and medical care equipment.
- Prepare classroom and plans activities by gathering resources, including organizing and participating in field trips.
- Operate or assists learners in the operation of personal computers, i-pads and other specialized instructional equipment/technology.
- Supports learners with PEC systems, and touch chat technology.
- May, on occasion, be required to perform other related duties as assigned.
- Abide by ATOL’s protocols and guiding principals.

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Relevant training or experience such as ECE, EA or community support worker (preferred)
- Class 5 drivers licence (preferred)
- SIVA or Non-Violent Crises Intervention Training (preferred)
- First Aid (preferred)
- Must submit current CRC for children and vulnerable adults (requird)
- Demonstrated skills in basic behaviour management
- Ability to keep accurate records
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Ability to work with diverse learners and staff
- Reliability
- Punctuality
- Understanding of complex trauma and reactive behaviours
- Physically capable to perform the duties of the role including standing, moving from standing to crouching to sitting, walking and running, moving climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, pushing, pulling, including the ability to lift up to 60lbs.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Fixed term contract, Seasonal

Contract length: 10 months

Pay: $19.00-$24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 - 20 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Morning shift
- No weekends
- On call

Application question(s):

- If you don't live in Nanaimo or surrounding areas, please do not apply.
- Be able to commute to work and be ready for 8:30am

**Language**:

- English (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Class 5 Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-09-15

Pay: $19.00-$24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 - 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call

Application question(s):

- Must live in Nanaimo or surrounding areas
- Must have class 5 driving license

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-12-01