Residential Care Worker

Spark your passion and discover your potential with Aspire Richmond Support Society. Join a team that truly cares about what matters to you. Be empowered, challenged and supported to ignite change.

**Residential Care Worker (Part-Time 24.5 hours per week) - Richmond, BC**

**Schedule: Tuesday to Thursday (03:00 PM - 08:30 PM) | Friday (03:00 PM - 11:00 PM)**

**Starting wage $25.95-$26.83 per hour**

This role supports individuals with developmental disabilities who live in our supported living homes to contribute and participate fully in their community.

**YOUR IMPACT**
- Provide direct support for individuals with developmental disabilities to achieve goals based on their own preferences, beliefs and desires.
- Establish respectful relationships which promote dignity and empower individuals to make informed decisions.
- Encourage individuals to communicate their needs and build connections; to live self-determined lives in the community surrounded by friends and family.
- Work as part of a team to assist individuals to identify and achieve personal goals; providing input and progress reports as needed.
- Perform personal care as required.

**YOUR CAPABILITIES**
- Degree or Diploma in Human Services field preferred and six months experience working with adults with a developmental disability in a residential setting. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
- Current CPR and First Aid Certification.
- Clear, current Criminal Records Check.
- Valid BC Driver’s License required; Class 4 preferred or willingness to obtain.
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to interact at all levels of an organization.
- Reliable problem solving, critical thinking and communication skills.
- Able to work flexible hours, based on support needs.

**WHAT WE BRING**

Our roots run deep in the Richmond Community with 40 years of program delivery and almost 300 employees. We live and breathe inclusion with a strong belief in the importance of grassroots advocacy, deep connections, and kindness. We treat our employees with the same care as those that we support. In addition to creating rewarding relationships, you can expect respect, flexibility, significant professional development, comprehensive compensation, and career growth with us.

**In addition to creating rewarding relationships, we offer**:

- Comprehensive employer paid benefits package (health, wellness, vision and dental)
- Professional development and career growth opportunities.
- Access to Municipal Pension Plan.

Aspire Richmond offers a continuum of care throughout the lifespan of an individual with a disability. This includes early intervention support for infants and children, child and youth care, adult day and residential services, employment options and more.

Whether you are brand new or a veteran in the community living field, we’ve got a spot for you Our extensive professional development will allow you to make a meaningful impact right away. We are looking for people who share our passion to create a community where everyone belongs that is rooted in our values of trust, openness, fairness, respect, responsiveness and continuous learning.

Pay: $25.95-$26.83 per hour

**Benefits**:

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

Application question(s):

- This position requires a valid BC Driver’s License and the ability to obtain a Class 4 license. Are you willing and eligible to obtain it
- Do you have experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities?
- Are you comfortable working in a part-time position?

**Education**:

- Secondary School (required)

**Experience**:

- Residential Care Worker: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- CPR/First-Aid Certification (required)

Work Location: In person