Support Worker

1 week ago

Sidney, British Columbia, Canada Gulf Islands Families Together Society Full time $24,590 - $32,320 per year

Overview

Gulf Islands Families Together Society (GIFTS) is a charitable non-profit organization that supports people with diverse abilities by recognizing and facilitating their right to employment, social, recreational and educational access, and housing in their community.

We are seeking a Support Worker to assist a young adult with autism in gaining skills through successful experiences that may include but are not limited to recreation, life skills training, employment, or volunteering. Reporting to the Executive Director the role works with the individual and the parents to create a weekly plan for support. The work will take place primarily outside of the home once a relationship is established.

The starting rate of pay is $24.85 per hour with an additional 2% in lieu of benefits and 4% vacation pay. There is a 3-month probationary period. Mileage is compensated at $0.61/km.

Responsibilities:

  • An understanding of individuals with developmental disabilities, with a focus on the autism spectrum.

  • Develop familiarity with the needs of the individual relating to employment and their interests or community involvement.

  • Research and secure employment or volunteer related experiences when familiarity of the individual you support is obtained.

  • Assist with individual support needs when an employment or volunteer experience has been chosen.

  • Assist in areas of need that the individual requires such as personal care, skill development, time management, literacy, numeracy and communication.

  • Enhance the learning experience of the individual by allowing them to learn through modeling of tasks and appropriately removing support when they are ready to complete the task on their own.

  • Participate in the development and implementation of the individual's goal setting plan.

  • Provide feedback on an ongoing basis to the individual and their family on issues relating to the support of the individual.

  • Respect the confidentiality of the individual that you support and their family; discuss issues that are relevant and only with those who need to know.

  • Provide transportation for individuals, as necessary.

  • Identify areas of concern to the Executive Director, if unresolved with an employer, individual, or family.

Qualifications

  • Experience supporting people with diverse abilities.
  • Compassionate attitude with excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and be consistent
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

All candidates must obtain a Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Sector Screening, have a valid driver's license, proof of insurance, a driver's abstract, as well as first aid certification.

Please email resumes or questions to

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $24.85 per hour

Expected hours: 6 – 8 per week

Work Location: In person

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