Job Description

Date: January 30, 2023

Competition Number: 176-22/23

Location: Kelowna, BC (Emergency Youth Shelter)

We can provide: Many opportunities for professional development Fun, positive work environment

Key Duties and Responsibilities: Participates in the assessment, goal setting and program planning for individuals living in a residence. Provides life skills training such as meal preparation, housekeeping, personal care skills and personal finance and
implements personal service plans. Participates in various client-focused activities in accordance with care plans. Recognizes, analyzes and deals with potential emergency situations such as clients\xe2\x80\x99 aggressive behaviour to
ensure no harm comes to the client and/or the public. Reports problems to the supervisor. Administers medication to clients in accordance with established policy. Assists with case management by identifying potential problems and reporting any difficulties. Provides input to professionals when required, with regard to the development of appropriate program plans to
achieve residents\xe2\x80\x99 objectives. Provides emotional support and feedback to residents and their families. Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications: Diploma/Education in the Human Services field and/or two years recent related experience Current First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain Food Safe is an asset or willingness to obtain Successful completion of Agency Screening Process including a criminal record check

This position is open to all applicants
This position requires membership in the BCGEU

Hours: 16 hours a week; Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday 8:00pm-12:00am

Rate of Pay: $21.63 per hour

Closing Date: Open until filled

Please apply in writing with a cover letter and resume to:
E-mail: jobs@bgco.ca

As an equal opportunity employer, BGC Okanagan is committed to the prioritization of equitable and inclusive employment practices.
Our goal is to be representative of the communities we serve, and we encourage applications from communities which are structurally
marginalized based on race, disability, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, nationality, social or ethnic origin, gender identity and/or
expression. If any candidate needs any accessibility support throughout the hiring process, we will accommodate such requests when
made. You will only be considered for a position with BGC Okanagan if you\xe2\x80\x99re legally entitled to work in Canada. Eligible app licants
include: Canadian citizens, permanent residents and refugees in Canada with legal status.
We appreciate and thank all applicants for their interest, however only short-listed candidates will be contacted.