Residence Worker

Position: Residence Worker (2026-121)
Community Living Services Part Time Kamloops, BC $27.53 - $31.57 CAD per hour

Certificate in Community or School Support Work, Resident Care Aide, or Home Support Work

Minimum 1 year of recent experience working with seniors with diverse developmental abilities

Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Valid BC Class 4 Unrestricted Driver’s License  (Class 5 accepted if able to upgrade within probation—costs reimbursed)

Safe driving record

Access to a reliable vehicle (an asset)

Physical ability to support individuals with personal care and recreational activities—includes lifting, transferring, mobility support, and using health equipment safely

Training provided at no cost (CPR-C, Mandt-RCT, Safe Talk, Food Safety, Medication Management, Abuse and Neglect Awareness training, Antibullying and etc.); existing certifications are a plus

Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search (through BC Ministry of Public Safety)

UCFW Union membership required (1.8% dues deducted from pay)

BENEFITS

Compensation: $27.53-$31.57

Extended Health Care (Dental, Vision, Paramedical, Life Insurance, EFAP) after probation

3 weeks’ vacation after 1 year, increasing with seniority

1 sick day per month accrued

Step wage increases every 2,000 hours (up to Step
4)

Internal priority for future vacancies

Community involvement and wellness activities

Paid training and professional development

Municipal Pension Plan (MPP) employer; eligibility based on service and wages

ABOUT THE JOB
The Residence Worker provides dedicated support to an adult with diverse abilities in a supported home environment. They promote the resident’s quality of life by encouraging independence, maximizing well-being, and enhancing social participation.

Responsibilities include

Collaborates with the resident, caregivers, and other community professionals to assess needs and develop and attain individual goals. Adjusts goals and strategies as required.

Assesses personal care and health needs and performs care as required.

Plans and facilitates activities that support the resident’s independence and encourage meaningful community connections.

Prepares and provides healthy meals and snacks, ensuring the resident’s specific dietary needs are met.

Manages general household tasks, including meal planning and preparation, shopping, laundry, yard maintenance, and minor household repairs.

Administers medication following agency procedures.

Supports the resident in self-advocacy and liaises with social workers, community resources, family, etc.

Teaches relationship-building skills while fostering self-esteem, self-advocacy, and healthy lifestyle choices.

Assists the resident in managing personal finances as needed.

Schedules and provides transportation for the resident using the program accessibility van for medical, optical, and dental appointments, family visits, recreational outings, etc.

Recognizes and responds to potential risks and emergency situations to minimize harm to the resident, staff, and/or the public. Takes proactive measures to prevent potential escalations.

Manages the residential budget, including clear and accurate documentation of petty cash and spending.

Maintains daily logs and documentation related to the resident’s activities, well-being, and progress.

Ensures all required documentation is complete, timely, and accurate.

Demonstrated knowledge and strong abilities to

Build trusting, respectful relationships with individuals, families, teams, and professionals

Respond calmly and appropriately to challenging behaviours, crises, and aggression

Support life skills development using a strengths-based approach

Develop and implement client-focused plans, schedules, and goals

Work independently and collaboratively as a reliable team member

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