Personal Support Worker

4 days ago

Maple Ridge, Canada Vela Canada Full time

**Vela Overview**

Vela Canada consists of many non-profit societies called Microboards. The Microboards are made up of family and friends who aim to assist an individual achieve their personal goals and take greater control of their lives.

**Job Summary**

Attention job seekers, Vela Canada is assisting in the search for an exceptional **Part-time Support Worker** to support a kind and tech loving individual. This position aims to provide individual-centered assistance to help maintain his independence while achieving his personal goals. As his support worker, you will be performing the following duties and responsibilities.
- Supporting and transporting individual to social or recreational activities
- Administering and recording medication(s)
- Preparing and assisting with personal care (ex:bathing, oral hygiene, skin care and toileting)
- Providing individual with mobility support
- Performing housekeeping duties
- Other assigned duties by Microboard

**Why Join Us?**
- Flexible work environment
- Opportunity to build strong meaningful relationships
- Ability to work one-on-one with the client
- Paid on-the-job training
- Immediate access the Microboard members for support
- Ability to take a leadership role in developing care plan
- Benefits are not limited to the list above

**Qualifications**

Education & Experience Requirements
- Community Support Worker Certificate/Long Term Care Aid Certificate or equivalent experience
- Valid First Aid & CPR Certificate
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certificate
- Experience working with individuals with intellectual, behavioral, and physical challenges
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to efficiently move and transfer individuals with a reliable van

Skills, Abilities & Knowledge
- Knowledgeable of the local community, activities, and events
- Ability to support individuals who communicate through behavioral and physically means in a dignified manner
- Ability to the work as team player with family, friends, and Microboard members
- Empathy, patience and a compassionate approach
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Understanding of client confidentiality and privacy
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Basic computer literacy

**Special Requirements**
- Must provide a complete and current Vulnerable Sector Check (including criminal record check) or be willing to obtain on
- Valid driver’s abstract from ICBC
- Reliable vehicle
- Completed and signed Medical Consent Form
- Flu shot, Hepatitis B Vaccine, Covid - 19 Vaccines, Tuberculosis screening

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

**Salary**: $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 30 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift
- On call

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Support worker: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Class 5 (required)

Ability to Commute:

- Maple Ridge, BC (required)

Work Location: In person

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