Housing Services Practitioner

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 - Housing Services Practitioner
- Ultra Complex Needs-**

**Awake Overnight**

Reporting to the Housing Services Team Leader, this position supports persons with disabilities who have ultra complex needs, to live as independently as possible in the most appropriate living environment consistent with Vecova’s Mission, Vision, Values, and Guiding Principles. This includes ensuring consumers are safe and involved in decisions and activities so they can be successful in their home and community.

This position provides direct support to persons with a disability with a medical and mental health diagnosis. This involves a 24-hour staffing model to help provide support to our consumers, creating positions for our team members to work during the day, evening, night (awake), weekdays and weekends.

**WHAT YOU WILL DO**
- Identifying behaviours of concern, developing, reviewing, implementing and monitoring of plans that assist individuals
- Assisting or providing support in personal care routines such as bathing, dressing, and grooming when needed
- Assisting or providing support to consumers to maintain health, i.e. attending medical appointments, medication administration, liaising with pharmacy, education around healthy eating, and emotional support
- Providing some aspects of home maintenance and supporting individuals in their daily routines such as, meal preparation, shopping, cleaning and laundry
- Assisting individuals in the development of social skills and meaningful relationships
- Providing assistance to individuals in managing their personal affairs, such as banking and budgeting, paying bills, etc.
- Supporting individuals to know their rights, voice their thoughts and needs, and advocate for the services they require

**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 or Degree in Disability Studies, or a related social science
- Competent in use of web-based consumer-management system
- Demonstrate math skills adequate for fund tracking
- Minimum of two years of experience working with individuals with disabilities or has an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience
- Well developed and effective communication skills (written and oral)
- Demonstrated skill in critical thinking
- Demonstrate a high standard of professionalism aligned with Vecova values
- Maintain a positive working relationship with all Vecova team members
- Represent Vecova in a professional manner
- Demonstrate a high level of initiative and enthusiasm
- Maintain confidentiality at all times
- Demonstrate a high level of administrative and IT capacity

**WHY 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. We offer competitive compensation, a great benefits program, onsite fitness programs, flexible work schedules, and generous paid time off to spend time with family, pursue adventure, or take time for interests outside of work.

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**
- Vecova is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility for everyone.
- We welcome this journey of continual learning with our dedicated employees and community.
- We strive to operate with an open mind and seek the contributions of people with diverse backgrounds.
- We believe this only strengthens our workplace culture and ability to advance our mission.
- We work to inspire and inform the community to be inclusive - from our daily work supporting individuals in the community and living environments to our social enterprise and employment programs.

Join us in building a future for people with all abilities where everyone is valued, belongs, and thrives.

**Job Types**: Casual, Permanent

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