Awake Night Staff

We are looking for recent graduates and experienced direct support workers to join our team! Developmental Disabilities Association is seeking Awake Night Staff (AWNS) for casual positions in our Vancouver and Richmond-based group homes to help support B.C.’s most vulnerable population. The Awake Night Staff (AWNS) provides a safe, comfortable, and home-like environment for each resident with the opportunity for each resident to develop life skills to the limits of their desire and potential. The AWNS also ensures good communication between team members, family, and professionals with regard to the life of the individual.

Responsibilities

Provide a safe, comfortable, and home-like environment for each resident; Provide the opportunity for each resident to develop life skills to the limits of their desire and potential; Ensure good communication between team members, family, and professionals with regard to the life of the individual

Requirements

Diploma or Certificate in an approved Health Care Training Program; 1-2 years of experience working with people with developmental disabilities; Ability to implement complex behaviour programs; Skilled in proactive training programs and crisis intervention; Must be able to perform lifts and transfers of 40lbs; Criminal Record Clearance; Medical Clearance; TB Test Clearance; Valid First Aid/CPR; Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification; Demonstrated competency in English written and verbal communication; Basic computer literacy; Eligible to work in Canada; Minimum availability of 2 shifts per week and every other weekend, both Saturday & Sunday; Union membership

Nice to have

Experience with or training in adaptive communication, positive behaviour support, and community care is an asset; Experience in Geriatric care is preferred; Formal training in the area of counselling and positive behavior support is preferred

Benefits

10.6% in lieu of benefits; Educational and training opportunities; On-the-job training; Professional development; Community involvement; Inclusive work environment