Support Worker (Rehabilitation) - (FT) - Victoria, BC
Community Support Services – Victoria, BC
You’ll feel great about a career with March of Dimes Canada
At March of Dimes Canada, our collective work matters. As a leading national charity backed by a history of more than 70 years of impact, we’re dedicated to being Canada’s leading service provider, resource, and advocate, empowering people with disabilities to live and thrive in communities nationwide.
Our Community Support Services (CSS) team provides essential services that enable our clients to thrive. Whether their disability is physical, the result of brain injury, or aging, our more than 2,000 team members assist clients in their homes and across communities, to live as independently as possible.
The opportunity:
We are currently looking to fill a full-time position (30 hours/week) for a Rehabilitation Worker in Brain Injury in Victoria BC.
Job Type: Full-Time Monday – Friday (30 hours minimum per week)
Responsibilities:
- Implement individualized support services plans within the home and/or community for adults with acquired brain injury (ABI)
- Assist individuals with acquired brain injury in instrumental activities of daily living, cognitive and problem-solving skills, community orientation and integration
- Provide services on a scheduled basis during weekday business hours
- Reporting responsibilities including daily log note recording, incident reports, and verbal reports as required
- Participate in training as required
- Follow policies and procedures as required
Qualifications and experience:
- Post-Secondary preferred in Human and Social Services
- Current CPR, First Aid is an asset
- Access to vehicle to use for business and valid driver’s license
- Proven consistency in work performance, including reliability and flexibility
- Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills
- Sound behavioural management skills, cognitive problem-solving skills.
- Proven teamwork abilities
- Working knowledge of acquired brain injury and rehabilitation
- Ability to effectively provide support with behavioural situations
- Ability to speak, read, and write English
Important details:
Starting salary: $22.33 and up/per hour
How to apply
Please submit your resume by November 5, 2024.
Questions about working at March of Dimes Canada?
Whether starting or advancing your career with us, you’ll feel great knowing that you’re:
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Contributing to our important mission: creating real change for people with disabilities
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Joining a leading national charity with a history of impact and a future full of possibility
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Enjoying industry-leading employment incentives and benefits
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Supported in your professional growth, development, and success
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Included in our empathetic and supportive work culture
Learn more about why we’re a great employer at marchofdimes.ca/careers.
For general inquiries, you can reach us at recruitment@marchofdimes.ca
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MODC is committed to a workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds and abilities. In accordance with accessibility and human rights legislation across Canada, MODC will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities and other protected needs. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive, equitable, accessible, and barrier-free.
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MODC is dedicated to building and advancing an inclusive and welcoming culture. It’s also why we’re focused on attracting, retaining, and supporting diverse people. Thanks to our progressive practices, team members of all abilities and backgrounds are encouraged to access the opportunities and supports they need to grow, thrive, and succeed. Our READI approach is rooted in our shared belief that championing equity and empowering ability starts by investing in our team members— and in our shared culture — so that we all feel included, safe, and confident at work every single day.