Posting Status:
Open
Posting Date:
October 5, 2024
Closing Date:
October 31, 2024
Location:
Vancouver (east side)
Start Date:
October 21, 2024
Expected Hours of Work:
Friday 10am-5pm
Department:
28
Position Status:
Permanent Part-Time
Highlights:
Supporting an independent woman in her 40’s to accomplish her goals. she loves being part of her community and experiencing new things. Exploring, socializing and meeting new people is what she loves.
She is Deaf therefore communicates using sign language, texting and writing English. She is very adaptable but would prefer someone who has experience with non verbal individuals.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Being attentive
- Being creative
- Being patient
- Willing to go out of the house for each shift and exploring new things
- Organized with time and manage daily routines
- Can use transit or has a vehicle to access the lower mainland
Reports to:
Program Manager
Rate of Pay:
CSW: $24.50/hour to $26.65/hour
Probation:
3 months
Driving Requirement:
Driving not required
Preferred Training or Experience:
- Use of gestures or basic sign language
- Comfortable with non verbal people
- Willingness to learn
Specific Training or Experience Required:
- Supporting People who get anxious
- Ability to motivate, encourage and engage the interests of others.
- Sign language (beginner)
- Computer proficiency (email, Word, internet usage)
Service:
Community Inclusion
We at Spectrum Society for Community Living celebrate and embrace diversity as an integral part of our organization. As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to be an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment for both our employees and supported individuals alike, ensuring everyone feels valued and respected.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.