Residence Worker, Full-Time, Temporary - Salmon Arm

Are you looking for an exciting career in health care? Do you want to work for a fun organization with an exceptional work culture? We are looking for caring and enthusiastic individuals to join a progressive non-profit organization as a Residence Worker working in our Adult Staffed Living location in Vernon. 

Pay rate: $25.95/hour

Why work for Strive?

• Employer paid Criminal Record Check Clearance


• Paid orientations


• Paid trainings (First Aid, CPR, Mandt, etc.) and professional development


• Employer paid extended health benefits including prescription medication, paraprofessional services, vision, etc. *


• Employer paid dental benefits including orthodontic coverage *


• Employer contribution to Municipal Pension Plan (MPP) *


• Employer paid Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)


• Casual employees are provided up to an additional 10.2% of wages in lieu of benefits


• Reimbursement to upgrade to Class 4 BCDL if required (one time only upon successful acquisition)


• Competitive paid annual vacation


• Generous statutory holiday pay


• Generous paid Health Bank


• Flexible schedules to accommodate life/work balance


• Referral bonus program


• An inclusive environment with team building events and cultural celebrations


• Health and wellness activities and incentives


• Milestone rewards


• Access to community member discounts


• Ongoing support, mentoring, and recognition to help with engagement and career growth

*Some benefits have eligibility requirements of surpassing three (3) months and securing a regular position of 20hrs/week or more. The benefits and criteria may change from time to time at the discretion of Strive.

The right candidate should have experience with Behavior Management, Personal Care, as well as a Medication Administration Certificate. 

Job Duties Include but not limited to:

• Knowledge and experience working with developmental, physical disabilities, mental health and behaviours


• Ability to create a meaningful routine


• Knowledgeable of creating independence vs. creating dependence


• Following health care plans*


• Completing daily documentation


• Implementing personal protocols, schedules, and activities


• Knowledge and experience with community integration and teaching life skills


• Meet the physical requirement of the role

Additional Requirements Include:

• Criminal Record Clearance


• First Aid and CPR


• Food Safe Certificate


• Behaviour Management Training


• MANDT Certificate


• Clear Driver’s Abstract


• Reliable Personal Vehicle


• TB Clearance


• Proof of Immunization

Full time Schedule available:

• 7am-3pm Sunday-Thurs- 40 hours


• 7am-3pm Tues-Saturday – 40 hours


• 3pm-11pm Sunday-Thurs- 40hours


• 3pm-11pm Tues-Saturday -40hours

Duration: Positions are for a one year period with the possibility of becoming permanent

Start date: TBD

*without precedence and without prejudice*

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Strive Living Society is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, or disability.

Strive Living Society is grateful to operate on the traditional and unceded territories of the Coast Salish Nations.

Requisition Number: RESID002256

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