As a Casual Community Support Worker for our Special Needs therapeutic program in Richmond, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team that provides support, care, and mentorship to a youth client with Autism Spectrum Disorder and special needs in the therapeutic home. You will get to create a new relationship with an individual transitioning in. We are looking for candidates with an outgoing personality paired with an ability to set firm boundaries.
Qualifications:
- Post-secondary education in Psychology, ECE, ABA, Social Services, or related field and/or equivalent experience working with youth with ASD and special needs
- Minimum one year of experience working with youth with ASD and behavioural challenges
- Clear and concise written and verbal communication
- Effective de-escalation and crisis management skills
- Ability to follow behavioural support plans
- Ability to pass a Criminal Record Check and Ministry of Children and Family Development consolidated check (takes up to 6 weeks to process so please plan accordingly)
- Proof of COVID-19 double vaccination record or exemption from the provincial health authority
- Valid at least class “7N” Driver’s License
A sample of what you’ll be doing:
- Maintaining a safe and healthy environment in the home
- Building positive working relationships with the client, family, community members, and other professionals involved in the care team
- Encouraging and modeling acceptable social standards and setting appropriate boundaries
- Engaging in frequent interaction with clients, using appropriate means of communication
- Facilitating recreational and/or educational activities
- Driving clients to and from school, appointments, outings as needed
- Performing household maintenance duties, preparing meals, administering medication, and assisting youth with personal care as needed
- Collaborating with the clinical team and providing input into assessments and care plans
Salary: $21.70-$23.00/hour plus benefits
Because we know our team is our heart and our most important asset, we are excited to offer:
- Hands-on, extensive, and continuous training
- Professional development and advancement within our ever growing organization
- 100% employer premium paid extended health, dental, vision care, and life insurance for you and your dependents
- Paid vacation and sick days
- Casual dress
- Free parking
- And more!