Respite Provider

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

THE OPPORTUNITY – RESPITE PROVIDER

Location: Calgary

This position requires candidates to provide respite in the candidate’s home.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Provide Respite housing support in your home, 1 weekend a month (2 x 24 hours /month) for a consumer with a disability with an emphasis on residential and community based activities
• Establish and build a professional relationship with client.
• Facilitate and support the client to recognize and develop safety skills including how to respond to emergency situations
• Develop good health practices which include assisting in all aspects of personal care, hygiene, bathing, and mobility support.
• Provide all meals and snacks during the respite period. Also assist with budget, banking and managing personal finances as required.
• Recognize and respond to health care needs which may require attendance at medical appointments or liaison with health care professionals
• Promote and participate in leisure activities, obtain and utilize transportation
• Develop and/or maintain a support (social) network and a personally rewarding and satisfying lifestyle

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 and/or Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Community Rehabilitation, Disability Studies or a related social science
• Minimum of two years of experience working with individuals with disabilities
• Demonstrate professional documentation skills and effective listening skills (verbal, non- verbal)
• Use effective communication methods and techniques (e.g., voice mail, email)
• Demonstrates problem-solving, caring, compassion and understanding while at the same time being aware of professional boundaries
• Demonstrate a high standard of professionalism aligned with Vecova values
• 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

Home specific requirements - must include a furnished, private bedroom for the consumer and shared space within the home available to provide respite housing supports

Pictures and/or description of the home, specifically the private bedroom that would be used for the respite consumer (include the size and egress measurements of the windows in the bedroom) should be included with your application to be considered

WHY WORK AT VECOVA?

No two days will be the same! You’ll have the opportunity to embark on a gratifying career with an organization that puts people first. We offer competitive compensation, a great benefits program, onsite fitness programs, flexible work schedules, and generous paid time off to spend time with family, pursue adventure or take time for interests outside of work.

Vecova is committed to life-long learning and ongoing training is part of who we are. We have comprehensive training programs and we offer learning opportunities to expand your knowledge and skills, stay current in your field, and continue to learn as your career progresses.

When you work at Vecova you belong. Join Us!

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

• Vecova is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility for everyone.
• We welcome this journey of continual learning with our dedicated employees and community.
• We strive to operate with an open mind and seek the contributions of people with diverse backgrounds.
• We believe this only strengthens our workplace culture and ability to advance our mission.
• We work to inspire and inform the community to be inclusive - from our daily work supporting individuals in the community and in living environments, to our social enterprise and employment programs.

Join us in building a future for people with all abilities where everyone is valued, belongs, and thrives.

Vecova celebrates diversity and is proud and committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote regardless of Race, Religious beliefs, Color, Gender, Gender identity, Gender expression, Physical disability, Mental disability, Age, Ancestry, Place of origin, Marital status, Source of income, Family status and Sexual orientation (Alberta Human Rights Commission). At Vecova, we actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds and are committed to an inclusive environment free of discrimination and harassment.

We provide support in our recruitment process to candidates with disabilities; including accommodation, that takes into account candidates’ accessibility needs. Please connect, in confidence, with our Human Resources Team at [email protected] if you require accommodation within the recruitment process.

We greatly appreciate applications from all interested candidates; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All candidates applying for positions must be authorized to work in Canada without employer support.

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: $192.50 per day

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Application question(s):

• Are you legally eligible to work in Canada?
• Do you have a degree in Social work, Disability Studies or related field?
• Do you have children under the age of 13 years in the house?
• Are you located in southwest or southeast location? Please mention the area / community.
• As you will be providing respite services in your home, how many people reside in the house?

Experience:

• working with individuals with disabilities: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person