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Do you enjoy making a difference in the lives of others? Would you feel satisfied knowing that your day was spent positively, impacting another human being? Are you interested in a flexible and person centered career where your ability to care for others is appreciated? Do you enjoy the support and satisfaction that comes with being part of a team of like-minded people? Do you want opportunities to excel in your professional field?
If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply with our agency! Access Resources is a community support services agency based in Kelowna that has been serving youths and adults living with diverse abilities in the Okanagan since 1993. We believe in providing the best quality of care possible to people with unique needs and we want to work with the best people in the field of community support to achieve that goal!
Access Resources is looking for a Home Share Provider(s) in the Central Okanagan to support a male individual who lives with a developmental disability and requires a wheelchair accessible home. This individual is a joyful person who enjoys movies along with participating in community and family activities. His father is very involved in his life. Support would include following a detailed health care plan, providing 24/7 personal care, some financial management, medical support (assisting with all medical appointments), and transportation. Previous experience in the health care field is a necessity as well as the Home Share Provider being physically strong to assist with transfers and adjustments in bed.
Supports from Home Share Provider(s) include assisting with transportation occasionally, reminders in medication management, practicing cooking skills and schedule reminders and communication.
Contact our office to talk to our Home Share Lead or Home Share Coordinators about opportunities within the Home Share Program and ask about an application package.
To become a Home Share Provider, applicants complete a Home Study approval process which includes a questionnaire, an interview, a reference and background check, medical disclosure, a criminal record check and review of the home environment. Applicants must be at least 19 years of age, have their valid First Aid with CPR certificate, and have a valid driver’s license. Approved applicants will then become contracted Home Share Providers through Access Resources. Individuals interested in becoming respite (relief) care providers are encouraged to speak directly with the Home Share Lead – Respite (relief) schedules are flexible and customized to each situation.
Home Share or Respite experience, background education in Human Service Work (HSW), Nursing, Education, Psychology or related fields as well as Non Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) training, WHMIS, and Food Safe Level 1 qualifications are all considered assets.
Please apply in person with cover letter, resume, and references to:
Jordan Oostenbrink
Email:
jordan@accessresources.ca
Home Share Lead
Access Human Resources Inc.
981 Borden Avenue
Kelowna, BC
V1Y 6A5