Job Opportunities
Thank you for your interest in employment with Nanaimo Association for Community Living. NACL hires casual Community Support Workers on an as-needed basis throughout the year.
Positions (when available) are in our day program, seven residential programs, and vocational program. Our residential programs operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Casual workers will be assigned to three programs and will be required to be available (on call) for various shifts, including night shifts and weekends.
Job Summary
To assist individuals with the activities of daily living involving personal, social, physical, recreation, vocational, educational, and environmental needs. Performs all duties in a safe, efficient, and respectful manner to promote choice, independence, and integration for the individuals being served.
Qualifications
| - | Preferably a Community Support Worker Diploma, Home Support/Resident Care Attendant, or equivalent post-secondary education |
| - | Several years of experience in supporting people with intellectual and physical disabilities in a community setting |
| - | Current first aid (The Ministry of Health only recognizes certain first aid courses, two of which are Emergency for the Adult Residential Care First Aid and Standard First Aid - please note the Emergency for the Adult Residential Care First Aid is offered by St. John Ambulance) |
| - | Valid BC driver's license (Class 4 - must be obtained within one year of being hired) |
| - | Ability to relate effectively to persons with intellectual and physical disabilities |
| - | Ability to effectively support people who may exhibit challenging behaviours |
| - | Ability to work as an effective team member |
| - | Demonstrated initiative in assisting an individual to establish and develop personal networks through recreational and social activities |
| - | Demonstrated ability to develop, write, and follow through with personalized program plans |
| - | Demonstrated ability and willingness to try new activities that may prove challenging |
| - | Ability to document effectively |
| - | Demonstrated ability and willingness to implement the Service Principles as per the Ministry of Health's Community Care Facility Act - Adult Regulations |
Application Process
Interested applicants are invited to submit a NACL Application Form, current resume, and photocopies of all relevant post-secondary academic credentials (e.g. certificates, diplomas, degrees, etc.). Please send these items by mail, fax, e-mail, or in person to the attention of John McNeill, Human Resource Manager (see contact information below).
Conditions of Employment
Applicants who are shortlisted will receive a conditional offer of employment, and will be required to submit the following documentation before starting work at NACL:
| - | Valid first aid/CPR certification |
| - | A valid BC driver's licence (Class 5 or higher) |
| - | A clear criminal record check (NACL will provide the appropriate forms) |
| - | A letter from your physician stating that you are free from communicable diseases and are mentally and physically able to carry out the assigned duties (NACL will provide the appropriate form) |
| - | A current negative TB test (confirmation of a TB test taken within the last two years is acceptable) |
For More Information on Employment Opportunities with NACL or to Submit an Application Contact...
John McNeill, Human Resource Manager
Nanaimo Association for Community Living
83 Victoria Crescent
Nanaimo, BC V9R 5B9
| Tel: | (250) 741-0224, ext. 4 |
| Fax: | (250) 741-0227 |
| E-mail: | john.mcneill@nanaimoacl.com |
