Here at Vecova, we are passionate about inclusion and believe we can improve the lives of all members of our community. We are a dynamic leader in the disability sector providing programs, services and enterprises designed to meet the needs of persons of all abilities through housing, employment and wellness services. We are a team of talented individuals, big-thinkers and collaborators, who embrace our values and guiding principles to drive our mission and vision forward.
“We are creating a workplace culture of inclusion and belonging where all team members feel heard and valued. We are a diverse group of individuals working towards a common and noble goal of inclusion for everyone.” – Kelly Holmes-Binns, Chief Executive Officer - Vecova

WHAT YOU BRING

We are looking to engage team members with diverse skills, experiences and interests. These are some of the competencies and credentials we are looking for:

• Diploma or Degree in Disability Studies, or a related social science
• Extensive experience in supporting client’s employment readiness and maintaining employment skills.
• Knowledge of Mental Health and Addiction.
• Demonstrate skills using technology for completing documentation, internet/intranet searches and using email
• Competent in use of web-based consumer-management system
• Demonstrate math skills adequate for fund tracking
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with individuals with disabilities or has an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience
• Well developed and effective communication skills (written and oral)
• Demonstrated skill in critical thinking
• Maintain a positive working relationship with all Vecova team members
• Represent Vecova in a professional manner
• Demonstrate a high level of initiative and enthusiasm
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Demonstrate a high level of administrative and IT capacity

• Assisting individuals with challenging behaviours while engaging in purposeful activities in the community.
• Identifying behaviors of concern, developing, reviewing, implementing, and monitoring plans that assist individuals
• Providing assistance or support with personal care routines such as bathing, dressing, and grooming as needed.
• Assisting or providing support to consumers to maintain health, i.e. attending medical appointments, medication administration, liaising with pharmacy, education around healthy eating, and emotional support
• Providing some aspects of home maintenance and supporting individuals in their daily routines such as, meal preparation, shopping, cleaning and laundry
• Providing assistance to individuals in managing their personal affairs, such as banking and budgeting, paying bills, etc.
• Helping individuals understand their rights, express their thoughts and needs, and advocate for the services they need