CONTRACTED Home Share Providers - BC

The Program

Taproot Community Support Services is looking for Home Share Provider(s) for future openings within multiple communities of British Columbia.

Do you have a desire to make a difference?
Do you want to be part of a dedicated team?

If so, Taproot is looking for YOU!

The Position

We are looking for Contracted Home Share providers in areas throughout British Columbia, such as, Greater Vancouver, Fraser Valley, Okanagan, Interior, Cariboo and Vancouver Island.

The successful applicant(s) will provide care in their own home for the individual on a day to day basis. Individual's needs and interests vary, but all require open communication lines with boundaries.

As the home care provider, you will have access to 24 hour on-call support, and ongoing training.

The position will require 24 hour per day availability.

Suitability of the applicant will be determined through a screening process based on an agency interview and screening, reference checks, submission of required documentation (including a criminal record search on all persons over 18 years of age that reside in the home, current first aid certification and a medical fitness confirmation). All home providers are required to participate in the Safe Home Study process, if not already completed.

Compensation to be determined.

In Your Role You Will

• Administers medications to clients according to established policies and procedures.
• Follow prescribed Individual Care Plans.
• Maintain records such as logbooks and daily activities relating to clients.
• Assist in the evaluation of service deliverables and contribute information and recommendations toward improvements to the program.
• Assist the individual with medical appointments (GP and Mental Health services) and community inclusion.
• Provide meals and provide reminders pertaining to daily living skills.

*** Prior to confirmation of employment all applicants must provide a current (dated within 6 months of hiring date) Criminal Record Check and Ministry Check. These checks can take up to 6 weeks to obtain, please ensure you prepare accordingly.

As An Ideal Candidate You Possess

• Completion of a post-secondary program in one of the humanities, social sciences or related field; or an equivalent of 2 years of professional / hands-on experience would also be considered.
• Awareness of mental health needs is an asset.
• Valid CPR/First Aid and Food Hygiene and Sanitation certificates (or will obtain prior to contracting)
• Valid Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certificate
• Valid BC Driver’s License and clean driver’s abstract with a reliable, safe vehicle that has appropriate insurance
• Clear TB Screening, physician’s note confirming good health and current immunization record
• Experience with computers, including knowledgeable operation of standard programs
• Must own and possess operating experience, with a working printer/scanner/copier that is located in the home
• Preference for candidates that have a successfully completed Safe Home study.

Taproot helps individuals thrive in their communities through a variety of programs and services, including:
• Community-based homes and residential care
• Supportive Independent living
• Family support services, including respite care
• Day programs, community involvement, employment
• Behaviour, emotional and mental health support

At Taproot Community Support Services, trust, strong connections, innovation and results are the pillars of our mandate. We manage by developing our core strength: our people. We give employees the tools to do the job, developing their competence and their confidence, by conducting training programs to ensure professional development and build skills, employee morale, employee safety, health, loyalty and satisfaction. Developing people includes respecting employees work-life balance through flexible hours, locations and duties. We support our staff with assistance and benefit packages, innovative wellness programs and compassion for the life challenges they face.

For more information on Taproot Community Support Services visit our website: taproot.ca

No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you! Please apply.

Equal-Opportunity Employer
Our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is unwavering. We believe that varied backgrounds and experiences fuel innovation and success. As an equal-opportunity employer, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion across all operations. We're seeking candidates passionate about contributing to our multicultural teams and enriching our workplace with their unique insights and cultural sensitivity.
We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply and join us in fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment.

No telephone calls please. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be notified.