Residential Support Worker

NewLife Options Inc. is a community based Not for Profit agency that is dedicated to developing collaborative community partnerships in support of individuals living with developmental, cognitive, physical or mental health disabilities. NewLife Options' mission is to empower and engage our supported individuals in a community living environment that fosters growth, ensures dignity, and provides opportunities to enhance their quality of life.

We are looking for caring and enthusiastic individuals who possess excellent teamwork and professional communication skills.

**NewLife offers**:

- Competitive wages
- Opportunity for growth
- On the job training and support
- NVCI (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention) training

**Responsibilities**:Our Residential Support workers assist individuals to live successfully in a community home setting while implementing the philosophy and values of NewLife. This includes:

- Providing individuals with the opportunity to make meaningful choices
- Recognizing each individual’s contributions and promoting participation
- Promoting health and wellness while ensuring that individuals are safe
- Connecting individuals with family, friends, community, and resources

Key components in providing daily quality-of-life care and support include assisting individuals as they gain knowledge and develop functional skills that they can use to enhance their independence and participate in community. Your role as a NewLife Options Residential Support Worker is to provide high quality care and support as part of a team and to ensure that Individuals are provided opportunities and options which reflect cultural and ethnic sensitivity.

**Qualifications**:

- FSW, Human Services Worker, Youth Support Worker, Child and Youth Care, Disability Support Worker / Bachelor Degree in SW, PSYCH, Health and/or Behavioral Sciences
- 2 years of experience working with mental health, developmental, intellectual and physical disabilities
- Skills and experience in working with Aboriginal people and communities
- Professional Communication and report writing skills
- Critical thinking and crisis intervention skills

**Job Requirements**:

- Must have current Certification of First Aid and CPR -Current (within 3 months)
- Clear Criminal Record check with Vulnerable Sector Screening
- A Valid Driver's License with clean Abstract & Vehicle with proof of insurance

**Non-violent Crisis Intervention and Suicide Intervention Training an asset**

Must be available to work all assigned shifts: days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays.

NOTE: We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted Applicants who receive an interview will be required to present their references at that time.**

**Job Types**: We are currently hiring for Full-time Permanent and part-time casual

**Salary**: $18.50 to $21.00 /hour

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

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Casual
Part-time hours: 8-40 per week

**Salary**: $19.00-$22.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
- On call
- Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

COVID-19 considerations:
All PPE is provided to staff. Staff are screened daily and are required to follow sanitization protocols and maintain diligence in reducing potential exposure that may put staff and clients at risk. Staff are part of a home bubble

**Experience**:

- Support Care: 2 years (required)