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Blue Heron is currently hiring casual staff for the following positions and contracts.

Questions? Call Human Resources at 780-674-4944.

To apply, send your resume to HR@bhssa.ca​​

Casual Disability Support Workers Required in Barrhead, Sangudo, Grimshaw, Fairview/Hines Creek, and Peace River

Position Summary

​Reporting to the Team Leader, the Community Disability Services Worker is responsible for providing support to Individuals in accordance with Blue Heron’s philosophy, the Principles of Support and the Individual’s Personal Support plan. The Community Disability Services Worker provides support that facilitates the Individual’s growth, development and achievement of personal goals.

The Community Disability Services Worker works closely and in consultation with the Team Leader, Program Coordinator and the Individual’s support team.

Basic Job Description

We are looking for applicants that are available to work as casual relief staff during the days, evenings, and some weekend shifts in

  • Barrhead

  • Sangudo

  • Grimshaw

  • Fairview / Hines Creek

  • Peace River

Working with individuals with disabilities in the Individuals home and Community as needed.

Casual Disability Support Worker Required for Peace River

Position Summary

​Reporting to the Team Leader, the Community Disability Services Worker is responsible for providing support to Individuals in accordance with Blue Heron’s philosophy, the Principles of Support and the Individual’s Personal Support plan. The Community Disability Services Worker provides support that facilitates the Individual’s growth, development and achievement of personal goals.

The Community Disability Services Worker works closely and in consultation with the Team Leader, Program Coordinator and the Individual’s support team.

Basic Job Description

We are looking for someone to work with an Individual 3 days a week. The schedule is Monday, Thursday, and Friday, 5 hours per day, for a total of 15 hours per week. The successful applicant must be able to provide the following

  • Current Intermediate First Aid with AED

  • Vulnerable Criminal Record Check

  • Driver's Licence

  • Driver's Abstract

  • Reliable Vehicle

You will be supporting this Individual both in their home as well as in the community.

Barrhead Respite Contractor

Contractor Requirements

These services would be provided in your own home and would be primarily weekends until school is out for the summer, then would include time during the week.

  • This service is required for a 9 year old child who has behavioural needs

  • Must be physically fit enough to be active and engaged with the child, but no lifting or personal care required

  • The service provider must be attentive, firm and be able to hold strong boundaries.

  • The ideal home would preferably have no pets or other children.

  • The service provider should have a current Intermediate First Aid Certificate.

  • Experience working with children preferred, especially those with high or complex behavioral needs

  • ​Compensation is $23.89 per hour or $414.00 per day

Summer Student Positions - Barrhead

Blue Heron has openings for three summer student positions. Each of these positions is six to eight weeks in length, depending on the funding received. Positions could start as early as May 1 or May not start until the last week of June. Start dates are negotiable. Each position will be paid $17.50 per hour.

Administrative / Program Assistant Position 

​Support the administration and program staff and volunteers to ensure the development and implementation of various program materials, strategies and tasks are completed. Approximately 37 hours per week, Saturdays included.

Key Responsibilites

  • Assist with various administrative tasks in all areas of the Association including Human Resource department, Health and Safety department and the administrative staff.

  • Assist with project and program development,

  • Assist with the compiling of data for reports and procedure development for the Behaviour Specialist

  • Assist with fundraising activities

Maintenance Assistant Position 

​Support the Maintenance Director and personnel to ensure the appropriate and required maintenance of Association buildings, store, and homes in accordance with the Association and safety standards. This position is 40 hours/week.

Key Responsibilites

  • Assist with maintenance duties as directed by the Maintenance Director

  • Mow lawns and trims grass around walks, flower beds and building(s).

  • Landscape or maintain grounds of property using hand or power tools or equipment.

  • Prune shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth.

  • Fix and maintain equipment, and buildings.

New To You Store Assistant Position

​Support the Store Manager, you will support the New to You Store Manager and volunteers to ensure the days to day operations of the store are met based on the store policies and procedures. This position is 40 hours/week, Saturdays included.

Key Responsibilites

  • Assist with store duties as directed by the NTY Manager

  • To assist in teaching NTY volunteers new job tasks

  • Ensure volunteer confidentiality at all times.

  • Promote team building and open communication at all times.

  • Act as a role model to all volunteers.

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