Rehabilitation Care Worker - Part Time - Vancouver
We have an exciting job opportunity for a Part-Time Rehabilitation Care Worker at our Vancouver group home location.
This is a 27.5 hour/week position, with shifts Monday - Friday, from 3 pm - 9 pm.
Summary of Job Description:
In consultation with the Program Manager, the Rehabilitation Care Worker supports persons with disabilities by providing life skills training and support services for clients regarding issues such as personal care, access to community leisure programs, housekeeping duties, planning and preparing meals, booking medical appointments and organizing a weekly schedule. The Rehabilitation Care Worker empowers the client(s) to perform all aspects of daily living as independently as possible, providing support and intervention where necessary.
Qualifications:
- Recent related experience working with the brain injured or other disabled population in a group home setting
- Current certification in Emergency First Aid or equivalent, CPR level A
- Relevant post-secondary education or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
- Proficient in written and spoken English
Skills and Abilities:
- Physical and mental ability to carry out the duties of the position
- Ability to work independently and cooperatively and share information
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
- Ability to organize and prioritize
- Ability to follow direction and instruction
- Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients including triggers for anger/depression
- Ability to identify effective methods of behavioral and compensatory strategies
- Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients
- Ability to analyze and resolve problems
- Conflict resolution and crisis intervention skills
- Housekeeping skills
Starting Wage $27.92/hour
To apply please submit your resume to apply@cheshirehomes.ca