Community Respite Worker - Respite Care Connection Program
About the role
ENVIROS - Who We Are:
Enviros is an innovative social services agency that provides critical, individualized programs to children, youth, adults, and families in vulnerable situations to meet their desired outcomes and wellness.
Enviroshelps our clients make strength-based changes to move to independence within a healthy community.
Envirosfocuses programs on the unique needs of individual clients practicing experiential learning to provide opportunities for personal discovery and growth.
Enviros focuses on relationships as the foundation of our programs, and what enables clients to develop skills, healthy trust, and independence.
Since our founding in 1976, Enviros has been an early adopter of new evidence-based best practices and has developed and informed other best practices.
Why People Choose Enviros
Simply stated, our vision is: “The Power of Human Relationships Invites Belonging and Inspires Growth.”
The Program – Respite Care Connection
The Respite Care Connection promotes, strengthens, and preserves the right for children with developmental disabilities to have access to recreational programming where their needs are met, while also giving caregivers a break. The program works toward this goal by providing caregivers with time to take care of themselves and/or their other children while their child is in program and fostering opportunities to develop confidence and new skills amongst participants. The Respite Care Connection is a community-based program for children and youth aged 6-17 years.
The Position- Community Respite Worker
The Community Respite Worker will participate in and supervise recreational activities for children and adolescents with developmental disabilities. Additionally, they will communicate confidently with caregivers to support youth with complex needs. Clients have diagnoses such as ADHD, FASD and ASD and the program focuses on strengthening self-esteem, skill development, and socialization skills. This is facilitated in a fun, structured and safe environment with a ratio of one staff to three youth, through both in-house and in-community environments. Team members need to be available for the following shifts each week during the school year (times may vary slightly):
Saturdays 11:30 – 5:30 pm
Sundays 11:30 – 5:30 pm
It is preferable that the successful candidate is able to go to fulltime during the summer months of July and August working Mondays-Fridays 8:30-4:30.
The successful applicant will have the following Skills & Qualifications:
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A current criminal record check including vulnerable sector (completed in the last 6 months)
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A current Alberta Intervention Record check (completed in the last 6 months)
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Degree or Diploma in Human Services or related field is preferred
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Current First Aid and CPR ‘C’
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Must be able to drive own vehicle (no GDL licenses)
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Must have a safe and reliable vehicle with room for minimally 3 passengers
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An ability to work as part of a dynamic team and confidence working independently in both in-house and in-community in a 1(staff) to 3(client) ratio.
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Experience working with children with developmental disabilities and complex needs are desirable
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De-escalation skills will be essential to this role
-
Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, Suicide Intervention, Indigenous Teachings are an asset
Click here to apply: https://enviros.criterionhcm.com/jobs/332/1/#125/apply
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Enviro****s believes in the power of diversity, and we are dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants and encourage people of all visiting minorities, including indigenous applicants and those of any religion, sex, age, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity to apply.
Additionally, Enviros is committed to having a workforce of skilled and diversified representation of the population we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however, in our commitment to the population we serve, preference will be given to candidates self-identifying as an Indigenous Person.
Enviros is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all candidates for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We regret that we are unable to accept telephone inquiries.
About ENVIROS
Enviros is a diverse not-for-profit social services agency. We work with vulnerable individuals and families in Alberta.
Enviros provides intentionally designed, therapeutic programs that help children, youth, adults and families with mental health, addiction, and other challenges, to develop skills and foster resilience that ultimately creates healthy communities.
We offer a range of therapeutic programs designed to keep families safe and strong and to help children, youth and adults with addiction, mental health and other challenges that prevent them from reaching their full potential.
Some of our residential and community programs include:
Addiction and Mental Health Emotional/Behavioral Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Youth Justice Support Family Support/Reunification Developmental Issues Child/Youth/Adult Stabilization
What Drives Us Our mission, vision and values inspire us every day to give back to those who use our services.
Our Mission Partnering with young people and families to take charge of their lives and actively choose the direction it takes.
Our Vision Reimagined lives, fulfilling potential and thriving in community.
Our Values Our six core values guide our practice and decision-making.
Passion – We have a real passion for people and the work that we do.
Ingenuity – We welcome creative and innovative thinking and solutions.
Authenticity – We want everyone to be genuine and who they really are.
Resilience – We are strong, adaptable, and problem solvers.
Belonging – We believe in meaningful community where no one feels left behind.
Quality – We set a high standard and expect everyone to give their very be.
Principle Based Practice Enviros’ Principle Based Practice is a model that utilizes principles to guide and drive action in practice, a decision-making tool in our interventions addressing critical areas of need, and the foundational structure of support for the crucial work we do incorporating strengths and culture into our day-to-day interactions. This model utilizes core principles to ensure a holistic approach is taken when supporting people. It ensures there is direction from the person served and an integrated planning mechanism where natural supports are present. This practice supports individuals to reach their vision for themselves and reduce reliance on systems.
Enviros developed our principles to reach across the organization and to be applicable in all areas of our service delivery continuum. They represent our core beliefs in supporting people. The definition and resulting action of principles are interwoven into the therapeutic models in each program and create a basis for implementation of other leading practices.
For more details: www.enviros.org
Community Respite Worker - Respite Care Connection Program
About the role
ENVIROS - Who We Are:
Enviros is an innovative social services agency that provides critical, individualized programs to children, youth, adults, and families in vulnerable situations to meet their desired outcomes and wellness.
Enviroshelps our clients make strength-based changes to move to independence within a healthy community.
Envirosfocuses programs on the unique needs of individual clients practicing experiential learning to provide opportunities for personal discovery and growth.
Enviros focuses on relationships as the foundation of our programs, and what enables clients to develop skills, healthy trust, and independence.
Since our founding in 1976, Enviros has been an early adopter of new evidence-based best practices and has developed and informed other best practices.
Why People Choose Enviros
Simply stated, our vision is: “The Power of Human Relationships Invites Belonging and Inspires Growth.”
The Program – Respite Care Connection
The Respite Care Connection promotes, strengthens, and preserves the right for children with developmental disabilities to have access to recreational programming where their needs are met, while also giving caregivers a break. The program works toward this goal by providing caregivers with time to take care of themselves and/or their other children while their child is in program and fostering opportunities to develop confidence and new skills amongst participants. The Respite Care Connection is a community-based program for children and youth aged 6-17 years.
The Position- Community Respite Worker
The Community Respite Worker will participate in and supervise recreational activities for children and adolescents with developmental disabilities. Additionally, they will communicate confidently with caregivers to support youth with complex needs. Clients have diagnoses such as ADHD, FASD and ASD and the program focuses on strengthening self-esteem, skill development, and socialization skills. This is facilitated in a fun, structured and safe environment with a ratio of one staff to three youth, through both in-house and in-community environments. Team members need to be available for the following shifts each week during the school year (times may vary slightly):
Saturdays 11:30 – 5:30 pm
Sundays 11:30 – 5:30 pm
It is preferable that the successful candidate is able to go to fulltime during the summer months of July and August working Mondays-Fridays 8:30-4:30.
The successful applicant will have the following Skills & Qualifications:
-
A current criminal record check including vulnerable sector (completed in the last 6 months)
-
A current Alberta Intervention Record check (completed in the last 6 months)
-
Degree or Diploma in Human Services or related field is preferred
-
Current First Aid and CPR ‘C’
-
Must be able to drive own vehicle (no GDL licenses)
-
Must have a safe and reliable vehicle with room for minimally 3 passengers
-
An ability to work as part of a dynamic team and confidence working independently in both in-house and in-community in a 1(staff) to 3(client) ratio.
-
Experience working with children with developmental disabilities and complex needs are desirable
-
De-escalation skills will be essential to this role
-
Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, Suicide Intervention, Indigenous Teachings are an asset
Click here to apply: https://enviros.criterionhcm.com/jobs/332/1/#125/apply
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Enviro****s believes in the power of diversity, and we are dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants and encourage people of all visiting minorities, including indigenous applicants and those of any religion, sex, age, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity to apply.
Additionally, Enviros is committed to having a workforce of skilled and diversified representation of the population we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however, in our commitment to the population we serve, preference will be given to candidates self-identifying as an Indigenous Person.
Enviros is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all candidates for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We regret that we are unable to accept telephone inquiries.
About ENVIROS
Enviros is a diverse not-for-profit social services agency. We work with vulnerable individuals and families in Alberta.
Enviros provides intentionally designed, therapeutic programs that help children, youth, adults and families with mental health, addiction, and other challenges, to develop skills and foster resilience that ultimately creates healthy communities.
We offer a range of therapeutic programs designed to keep families safe and strong and to help children, youth and adults with addiction, mental health and other challenges that prevent them from reaching their full potential.
Some of our residential and community programs include:
Addiction and Mental Health Emotional/Behavioral Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Youth Justice Support Family Support/Reunification Developmental Issues Child/Youth/Adult Stabilization
What Drives Us Our mission, vision and values inspire us every day to give back to those who use our services.
Our Mission Partnering with young people and families to take charge of their lives and actively choose the direction it takes.
Our Vision Reimagined lives, fulfilling potential and thriving in community.
Our Values Our six core values guide our practice and decision-making.
Passion – We have a real passion for people and the work that we do.
Ingenuity – We welcome creative and innovative thinking and solutions.
Authenticity – We want everyone to be genuine and who they really are.
Resilience – We are strong, adaptable, and problem solvers.
Belonging – We believe in meaningful community where no one feels left behind.
Quality – We set a high standard and expect everyone to give their very be.
Principle Based Practice Enviros’ Principle Based Practice is a model that utilizes principles to guide and drive action in practice, a decision-making tool in our interventions addressing critical areas of need, and the foundational structure of support for the crucial work we do incorporating strengths and culture into our day-to-day interactions. This model utilizes core principles to ensure a holistic approach is taken when supporting people. It ensures there is direction from the person served and an integrated planning mechanism where natural supports are present. This practice supports individuals to reach their vision for themselves and reduce reliance on systems.
Enviros developed our principles to reach across the organization and to be applicable in all areas of our service delivery continuum. They represent our core beliefs in supporting people. The definition and resulting action of principles are interwoven into the therapeutic models in each program and create a basis for implementation of other leading practices.
For more details: www.enviros.org