In-Home Caregiver (Contractor)

at  Connective Support Society

Connective is a dynamic non-profit organization that provides innovative programming in the social services sector. We strive to create safe, healthy, and inclusive communities for all.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Provides flexible and evolving support to individuals changing needs within a home
• Works with the guidelines and instructions within the Home Sharing Services Handbook and all other policies and standards set for the Home Sharing Program
• Provides suitable accommodation (ownership or lease), to be the primary residence of the individual
• Ensures a stable, structured and home-like environment and positive role models to guarantee the safety of the Individual
• Takes appropriate action to accomplish the objectives set for the service user
• Cooperates with any plan established by the Agency or the Ministry for the placement of the Individual outside the Home
• Establishes safety and emergency procedures to provide support, care and supervision consistent with the Personal Service Plan of the Individual
• Ensures that the Individual and their chosen family are involved in all planning and decision making on matters affecting the Individual, whenever possible
• Assists the individual in making effective choices concerning the development and maintenance of friendships and relationships
• Conducts regular and ongoing communication with the individual’s support teams, maintaining clear and professional relationships
• Fulfills necessary administrative duties, such as completing Critical Incident Reports
• Reports to Home Share Manager on a regular basis, and in bi-monthly check-ins

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Has a trauma informed approach and/or a harm reduction model of support
• Is adept at conflict resolution and de-escalation
• Is familiar with Positive Behaviour Interventions and Supports
• Has appropriate space and time to care for the individual
• Has a desire or experience to assist individuals achieve their optimal independence
• Significant and recent experience in providing care to individuals facing multiple barriers
  Preference for Home Share Providers with Social Services experience and knowledge of non-profit work environments, and Developmental Disabilities.

REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to successfully complete a Criminal Records Check for everyone in the residence that is over 18 years old
• Current Emergency First Aid Certificate
• Resides in the Lower Mainland
• Comfortable working with substance use and mental health
• Basement suite or room in the house needed

The Home Share Program is a residential option in which adults with developmental disabilities live with someone who is contracted with Connective to provide ongoing support. The In-Home Caregiver role is to provide a safe home environment where adults can develop social and life skills to ready themselves to reach their full potential for independence by working with them on a daily basis.
For more information on the Home Share residential option, please visit the CLBC Website: https://www.communitylivingbc.ca/what-support-is-available/residential-supports/shared-living/