NewLife Options Inc. is a community based Not for Profit agency that is dedicated to developing collaborative community partnerships in support of individuals living with developmental, cognitive , physical or mental health disabilities. NewLife Options' mission is to empower and engage our supported individuals in a community living environment that fosters growth, ensures dignity, and provides opportunities to enhance their quality of life. Please visit our website www.newlifeoptions.ca for more information on our organization.
We are looking for caring and enthusiastic individuals who possess excellent teamwork and professional communication skills.
NewLife offers:
- Competitive wages
- Bi-weekly Pay
- Opportunity for growth
- On the job training and support
- NVCI (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention) training
Job Responsibilities: Our Casual RSW workers assist clients to live successfully in a community home setting while implementing the philosophy and values of NewLife. This includes:
- Providing individuals with the opportunity to make meaningful choices
- Recognizing each individual’s contributions and promoting participation
- Promoting health and wellness while ensuring that individuals are safe
- Connecting individuals with family, friends, community, and resources
Key components in providing daily quality-of-life care and support include assisting individuals as they gain knowledge and develop functional skills that they can use to enhance their independence and participate in community. Your role is to provide high quality care and support as part of a team and to ensure that Individuals are provided opportunities and options which reflect cultural and ethnic sensitivity.
Qualifications:
- 1 year of experience working with autism
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbally
- Critical thinking and crisis intervention skills
- Experience/familiarity with Trauma Informed Care Approaches
- Knowledge of age-appropriate activities
- Ability to provide a calm and positive role model to children
- Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and ensure everyone's dignity
- Ability to work cooperatively as a member of the team
- Ability to prevent and resolve conflicts
- Demonstrates initiative, creativity, and resourcefulness
- Strong work ethics and positive attitude
- Record keeping (ie: toileting, sleep time, food intake, etc)
- Discretion with confidentiality
Job Requirements:
- Must have current Certification of First Aid and CPR
- Clear Criminal Record check with Vulnerable Sector Screening (within 3 months)
- A Valid Driver's License with clean Abstract & Vehicle with proof of insurance
- Availability to work some weekday evenings or overnights
- Must have availability to work weekends
Education:
Completed or working towards one of the following:
Child and Youth Worker, Developmental Service Worker, Social Service Worker, Police Foundations, Law and Security, Community Justice Worker, Youth Outreach Worker, Addictions Worker, Addictions Councilor, Residential treatment, Mental Health, Corrections, Masters of Social Work, Child youth councilor, Personal support Worker, Children Services, Autism Behavioral Science, Bachelor of Social Work, Educational Assistant, Behavioral Specialist, Recreation and Leisure, Special Needs Support, Early Childhood Educator, Child Therapist, Child Welfare Worker, Outreach Worker, Psychology
**Non-violent Crisis Intervention Training an asset**
NOTE: We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted Applicants who receive an interview will be required to present their references at that time. **
Job Type: Casual
Pay: $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 8 per week
Additional pay:
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
- On call
- Weekends only
Application question(s):
- Are your covid 19 vaccinations up to date?
- Do you have a valid driver's license and reliable vehicle?
- Do you live around the Fredericton/Oromocto area?
- What shifts are you looking for casual work? (12am-8am) (8am-4pm) (4pm-12am)
Experience:
- trauma: 1 year (preferred)
- aggression: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
