INTRODUCTION

Have you thought how great it would be if your job could offer you competitive wages and opportunities for:

• Fun
• Creativity
• Variety
• Recognition
• Advancement
• Diversity
• Training

If these are the kind of work experiences you are seeking, then you are encouraged to apply to The Langley Association for Community Living (LACL).

LACL provides services to adults with developmental disabilities in a variety of ways; we assist people to be involved in their communities through employment, volunteering, recreation, leisure, hobbies and friendship.

Based on the abilities of the person needing support, LACL offers guidance, care, encouragement and training to assist persons with disabilities to achieve their personal goals and dreams. We provide this support in a variety of settings, in a person’s home, in their workplace, in our local recreation centre and in other community facilities.

We also offer training to teach you the skills you need to support others that ensures their safety as well as their personal development.

What do others say about The Langley Association for Community Living?

• LACL uses creativity and ingenuity in the development of supports and services for individuals with developmental disabilities based on individuals’ goals and dreams.
• LACL believes in the importance of families and friends and they support the nurturing of these relationships.
• LACL is recognized for the longer term commitment of their employees and their belief in lifelong learning.
• LACL is accountable to the individuals they support for their satisfaction in the services received.
• LACL believes that their employees are their greatest resource and that opportunities for advancement in the organization are supported and encouraged.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

	PROCESS	ESTIMATED TIMELINES
1.	Application/Resume submitted.	Dependent on applicant.
2.	Applicaton reviewed by Manager of Human Resources & Labour Relations.	1 - 3 days
3.	Interview scheduled or denied.	Within 1 week - 10 days.
4.	Interview and reference waivers signed.
5.	Minimum of two employment reference checks completed.	From a day to 2 weeks, depending on availability of reference.
6.	Applicant advised of LACL's interest to hire him/her for relief or a posted position, pending receipt of required documentation.	Immediately upon completion of reference checks.
7.	All required documentation collected from applicant, including criminal record check authorization form.	Depending on applicant.
8.	Upon receipt of all documentation, applicant is offered a positon and an agencyorientation is scheduled.	Immediately.
9.	Agency orientation is completed and offer letter of employment signed and other relevant information is collected.  The new employee is given all related documents and a personnel file is created.	Immediately.
10.	A work site specific orientation is scheduled with the applicant and the Supervisor of the program or service.	Dependent on availability of Supervisor.
11.	Work begins ..........

  

HOW TO APPLY

To qualify for employment supporting adults with developmental disabilities, you must be able to provide the following certifications and documents.

Criminal Record Check:

A criminal record check can be obtained from your local police detachment.  They can forward the criminal check to our mailing address at 23535 44th Avenue, Langley, B.C. V2Z 2V2.

First Aid Certificate:

This is the first aid certificate for community care workers, plus CPR and is called “Standard First Aid”. The initial course is 16 hours long, refreshers 8 hours.

Note: This certificate is required prior to employment.

Food Safe Certificate:

This one day workshop provides the necessary information and skills to safely handle, prepare and serve food in our facilities. The approximate cost is $65.00. We give successful applicants 30 days from their date of hire to obtain this certificate.

Doctor’s Certificate of Good Health:

This form, Doctor’s Certificate of Good Health, certifies that you are physically and mentally fit to perform the duties of a community support worker. The cost varies depending upon your physician. This form is to be completed by your doctor.

TB Certificate (Tuberculosis Test):

This certificate can be obtained from your local public health unit upon completion of this test. This two-day test involves a skin test on the first visit and a follow up to inspect the test site to verify whether you have been exposed to TB. Most people test negative; a positive test prevents employment in this field.

Driver’s Licence Requirements:

You must be able to provide a current Class 5 driver’s licence and be willing to obtain a Class 4 unrestricted or restricted driver’s licence within 60 days of your date of hire. You are required to provide medical documentation to ICBC driver’s services and successfully complete a written and practical driving exam. Contact your local motor vehicle branch for information on associated costs.

To help you successfully complete the practical driving exam, LACL offers use of a van to prepare for this test. There is no cost for the use of our vans.

Note: New immigrants to Canada may be required to provide an original driver’s licence from your country of origin to avoid a 3 year waiting period for your Class 4 licence.

Driver’s Abstract:

The abstract is available at your local motor vehicle branch and the first one is free. This is a record of all driving infractions. The driving record is reviewed prior to hire, to ensure your driving history is indicative of safe operation of a motor vehicle.

Note: Applicants will not be disqualified for minor infractions.

Credentials:

All credentials will be verified. Please provide original copies.

Reference Checks:

All applicants will be required to sign a reference waiver before references are contacted. We request a minimum of two employment references. In some instances, an applicant may not be able to meet this requirement; other relevant experience may be considered.

Application Form:

An Application Form, together with your resume, can be mailed to:

Attention: Manager of Human Resources and Labour Relations
Langley Association for Community Living
23535 44th Avenue
Langley, B.C. V2Z 2V2

Or fax it to: 604 534 4763

Or email: mainlacl@shaw.ca

Or feel free to bring your application form and resume to our Administration Office at the same address, anytime Monday to Friday between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. For instructions and a map on how to reach our offices, please click here.

WAGES AND BENEFITS

Employee wages and benefits are determined by the Collective Agreement between the Community Social Services Employer Association and the Community Social Services Bargaining Association of Unions.

Wages

These rates are effective April 1, 2008 – March 31, 2010

Community Support Worker	As of April 1, 2009	Supervisor	As of April 1, 2009
Step 1	15.54	Step 1	20.39
Step 2	16.45	Step 2	21.58
Step 3	17.36	Step 3	22.79
Step 4	18.27	Step 4	23.98

 

Benefits

Regular full time and regular part time scheduled to work 20 hours or more per week:

• Group Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Long Term Disability
• Dental Plan
• Extended Health Plan i.e. reduced costs for prescriptions, chiropractors, medical equipment, massage therapists, etc.
• BC Medical

Casual employees receive an additional 10.2% in wages in lieu of benefits.

LACL’S Foundations in Community Living

All of us who work in community living started with a desire to help others. Many began working in small non-profit organizations whose commitment was to develop quality services and supports to individuals with disabilities and their families.

We believe that we can also offer this opportunity to others who live in our community and have a desire to learn and help others. Our training program provides a strong foundation of information and an overview of the history of services to individuals with disabilities. The delivery of services to individuals with developmental disabilities has changed significantly over the last 25 years with a continued emphasis on individualized planning and support.

Those of us who work in community living have learned, and sometimes need to be reminded, that each individual with a developmental disability and their family have their own unique needs, interests, goals and dreams. We just have to listen.

We have also learned that individuals need different kinds of services with different kinds of supports. People want options. Some people want:

• To live on their own
• To have relationships
• Full time or part time employment
• To give back to their community through volunteering
• To pursue further education
• To be creative and continue to develop his/her potential
• To be active, enjoy sports and recreation
• To be part of the community

And most people want all of these opportunities and more.

Our job is to provide the support, training, recognition and encouragement to individuals through the services offered through The Langley Association for Community Living.

To do our jobs effectively and to ensure the safety of the vulnerable people we are responsible for, we must acquire knowledge in best practices in community living.

Therefore, we have developed an internal training program for potential new employees. This training program is offered at no cost to you, all you have to do is have a desire to learn and an open mind to understand the unique needs of persons with developmental disabilities.

This training program was developed by the Supervisory team of The Langley Association for Community Living based on their extensive experience and knowledge in community living. We developed training modules that cover all aspects of care and support to adults with developmental disabilities and is designed for people who have limited or no previous experience.

The training is 5 full days from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m with a half hour lunch break.

The training modules cover the following topics:

• Introduction to Services of LACL
• History of Community Living
• Family Relationships and Personal Networks
• Community Accessibility
• Seizures
• Positive Behavioural Support
• Medication Administration
• Personal Care
• Safeguards
• Staff Roles and Responsibilities
• Ethics

You will also have the opportunity to meet some of the people we support.

How do you apply to do this training program?

We start with an interview to determine your suitability and then we check your employment and personal references and complete a criminal record check. If you complete this part of the process successfully, you are a good candidate for our free training program.

What is your commitment?

• You must be willing to complete the entire training program – 5 days in total.
• Be on time.
• Be open to learning.

What is our commitment?

If you demonstrate your desire to learn and understanding of the information provided, we will offer you a formal interview for employment with The Langley Association for Community Living.

Your next step?

Submit your resume and attach a covering letter expressing your interest in our free training program. Be sure to quote: FTOP10WEB when applying:

By mail:

Attention: Manager of Human Resources and Labour Relations
The Langley Association for Community Living
23535 44th Avenue
Langley, B.C. V2Z 2V2

By email:

mainlacl@shaw.ca

By Fax:

604 534 4763

You can also drop off your resume and covering letter during office hours (Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.) For directioins how to reach us click here.

Thank You For Your Interest!

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

We have three job classifications within our organization:

• Casual
• Program Assistant
• Supervisor

General Description of Job Classifications:

1. Casual

A casual employee is hired to replace permanent employees who are absent due to vacation leave, sick leave or compassionate leave. A casual employee is oriented to each work site and is expected to fulfill the job responsibilities just like a permanent employee.

2. Program Assistant

This position is primarily responsible for the direct support to individuals with developmental disabilities in a variety of environments and is a permanent position. A Program Assistant is formally orientated to their work site and to the needs and interests of the individuals receiving services, as well as on-going training to meet future needs.

3. Supervisor

This position is responsible for the individuals receiving support and the direction and supervision of employees within the program or residence that she/he is assigned.

Each position has a specific role and responsibilities. However, there are also general principles that apply to all positions.

All positions in the organization must ensure that:

• Services are provided in accordance with the Mission and values of The Langley Association for Community Living.
• Assist each individual receiving service to achieve their personal goals.
• To work in a professional manner that fosters teamwork.

General Position Responsibilities Include:

• Promote and support individual rights and self-determination
• Promote and enhance personal relationships and support networks
• Contribute to the development and implementation of personalized plans
• Promote the health, safety and well-being of individuals
• Advocate for inclusion and meaningful contributions by individuals in their communities
• Promote professional and organizational effectiveness
• Develop self to meet current and future needs
• Accountable to financial/budgetary aspects of service

For Supervisor position the above responsibilities also include:

• Supervision and development of an effective and committed staff team
• Additional financial and budgetary aspects
• Documentation and reporting as required and in confidence
• Ensure that day to day operations comply with policy and procedures of LACL, BC Labour Standards, the Collective Agreement and WCB regulations

All of these positions are within the bargaining unit and are members of the British Columbia Government Employees Union and are covered by a collective agreement.

Permanent positions with 20 or more hours are entitled to a benefits package and paid vacation/sick leave.

Casual employees receive an additional 10.2% on top of their hourly rate in lieu of paid vacation and statutory holidays.

Management and administrative positions are excluded and are not members of the bargaining unit.

CURRENT JOB POSTINGS

Community Support Worker - 20 hours per week