Casual Behaviour Support Worker - North Vancouver
Job No:
HOL1344
Location:
North Vancouver
At Hollyburn Family Services, we empower growth and inspire change and we’re looking for people to join our team who want to do the same. Whether you are new to the social services field and want to gain experience, are a veteran in this field, or seeking a new career path, we may have the perfect opportunity for you!
As a Casual (On-Call) Behaviour Support Worker for our Special Needs therapeutic programs in North Vancouver, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team that provides support, care, and mentorship to children/youth with autism and special needs in a therapeutic home setting. A variety of shifts are available, allowing you to work around school, family, or other obligations. Shift times are 7am-3pm, 3pm-11pm, 11pm-7am (awake overnight).
Other locations include: Richmond, Burnaby, New Westminster, Surrey, Delta, Langley, Abbotsford. It will be a plus if you can work in other cities, but not required.
Qualifications:
- Ability to meet our Relief/Casual Team Guidelines and Expectations which includes providing at least 2 shifts of availability on the weekends, availability on holidays, and for on-call shifts
- High school diploma
- Experience or knowledge of the Autism spectrum and/or other behavioural and mental disorders (or desire to learn)
- Ability to pass a Criminal Record Check and Ministry of Children and Family Development consolidated check
- Clear and concise written and verbal communication
- Proof of COVID-19 double vaccination record
- Valid Driver's License is an asset
A sample of what you’ll be doing (Full job description available here):
- 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 youth to appointments, school, outings, etc. as needed
- Performing household maintenance duties (preparing meals, cleaning, yard work, etc.), administering medication, and assisting clients with hygiene care as needed
- Collaborating with the clinical team and providing input into assessments and care plans
Salary: $22.70-$23.25/hour + 4% vacation pay on each pay cheque
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 internal advancement opportunities within our ever growing organization
- Casual dress
- Free parking
- Pet-friendly work environment
- And more!