Residence Worker Dh Ft Morning Line

Kamloops, BC, CA, Canada

Job Description

Do you have a passion for supporting adults with diverse abilities? In this role, you'll help residents live fulfilling, independent lives in a supportive home environment.

What You'll Do:

o Assist with daily personal and palliative care.

Plan activities that promote independence and community connections. Prepare healthy meals and manage household chores. Administer medication and support healthcare needs. Help residents advocate for themselves and connect with social workers, family, and community resources. Teach life skills like budgeting, relationship-building, and healthy choices. Provide transportation to medical appointments, family visits, and recreational outings. Manage household budgets and maintain accurate documentation. Respond to emergencies and ensure a safe environment for all.

Benefits

Competitive wage range - $25.95 - $29.76 /hr. Extended health, dental, vision, and more Municipal Pension Plan Vacation starting from 3 weeks per year 1 day per month paid sick time 13 fully paid statutory holidays per year Regular wage increases with hours worked Priority as an internal candidate for future job vacancies Community involvement and well-being activities Fully paid training and professional development opportunities

What You Bring

Community and School Support Worker, Resident Care Aide, or Home Support Worker Certificate One (1) year of recent related experience working with seniors with developmental diverse abilities Or a combination of education, training, and experience.

Your unique qualities

Build strong, trusting relationships with residents, colleagues, and care teams. Handle challenging behaviors and crisis situations with confidence. Support life skills development with a strengths-based approach. Create and adapt schedules, plans, and goals tailored to each resident. Work independently and thrive in a team environment. Think critically, follow policies, and take initiative. Resolve conflicts effectively and maintain clear documentation. Keep the home running smoothly--shopping, cleaning, cooking, budgeting, and meal planning. Prepare healthy, nutritious meals.

Other Musts

Valid BC Class 4 Unrestricted Driver's License

(Or ability to obtain within probation - reimbursement available) + safe driving record

Safe Driving Record & Reliable Vehicle TB Test (clear of tuberculosis) Criminal record check with vulnerable sector search Unionized position with a 1.85% union dues deduction Physical abilities to provide individuals with personal care and recreational activities indoors and outdoors. Including supporting individuals in wheelchairs, and walkers, carrying, lifting, transferring, pushing, pulling, bending, assisting clients safely in and out of bed, and bath, and using lifts, and other health equipment appropriately. The following training is required and provided to the successful candidate free of charge. Existing certification is an asset: First Aid, Mandt, SafeTalk, Medication Management, Privacy and Information Sharing, WHMIS, Safe Food Handling, Anti-Bullying and Harassment.

PPROGRAM:

Desmond House

LOCATION:

Kamloops, BC

STATUS:

Full-Time

HOURS of WORK:

37.4 hours per week on average

SCHEDULE:

4 on 2 off between 8 am-4 pm

REPORTS TO:

Program Coordinator, Desmond House

COMPENSATION:

$25.95 - $29.76 per hour (Grid 10 as per collective agreement)

CLOSING DATE:

Open until a suitable candidate is found

JOB NUMBER:

2025-72



Contact us at careers@interiorcommunityservices.bc.ca for any accommodation needs at any stage of the hiring process.



ICS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, visible or invisible diverse abilities, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or, citizenship or immigration status. Where bona fide occupational requirements limit the applicant selection, the burden of proof rests with the Employer.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2519690
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Part Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Kamloops, BC, CA, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned