About Us
The Burnaby Association for Community Inclusion (BACI) has been supporting people with disabilities for over 60 years. We at BACI believe that a home is more than just a location or physical materials. It is people, relationships intertwined with the day to day and the celebration of what's still to come. Life sharing is a fulfilling and rewarding experience where you are contributing to someone’s quality of life and well-being, while welcoming them into your circle of friends and family.
We are looking for people to provide on-going support of people with developmental disabilities.
What you’ll bring:
- Ability with time and capacity to support the person with their day-to-day needs and activities.
- Commitment to creating a safe and caring place for the person to live and assisting them to be fully included in their community.
- Willingness to learn and grow and provide the person with mentorship around life skills and independent living.
- Previous experience supporting persons with developmental disabilities is considered an asset.
- An openess to have someone move in with you or to move into a supported individuals home to provide support.
Qualifications
- Some background in special needs support, whether it's formal through a job or informally with a familiy memeber or friend.
- First Aid is necessary for this role -we can support you to attain this certificate.
- Clean criminal record search for vulnerable populations.
What is offered to you as a contracted life sharing provider:
- Support through resources, guidance, training, and workshops
- Careful considerations during the matching process
- Monitoring services and regular contact and meetings with a BACI Life Share Manager
- Monthly contract compensation that is determined by the level of support required.
How to apply:
- Interested applicants can apply by sending a cover letter and resume.
- Please look at our website for more information: https://www.lsn.gobaci.com/
- Funded through Community Living BC: https://www.communitylivingbc.ca/for-service-providers/home-sharing/becoming-a-home-sharing-provide
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $1,630.00-$5,375.00 per month
Application question(s):
- Must have Canadian Citizenship or Permanent Residency Status as a requirement of our government funder.
- Please let us know what city you are in, we are looking for people in the Burnaby/Vancouver area.
- Do you have a room or suite in your home for an individual with a disability to move into OR are you willing to move in and support someone in their own home?
Licence/Certification:
- Class 5 Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
