Here at Vecova, we are passionate about inclusion and believe we can improve the lives of all members of our community. We are a dynamic leader in the disability sector providing programs, services, and enterprises designed to meet the needs of persons of all abilities through housing, employment, and wellness services. We are a team of talented individuals, big-thinkers and collaborators, who embrace our values and guiding principles to drive our mission and vision forward.
“We are creating a workplace culture of inclusion and belonging where all team members feel heard and valued. We are a diverse group of individuals working towards a common and noble goal of inclusion for everyone.” – Kelly Holmes-Binns, Chief Executive Officer - Vecova
THE OPPORTUNITY – Behaviour Support Consultant (Part-Time)
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Participate in planning and intake for new consumers to Vecova.
- Support in developing, consulting, and reviewing consumer risk program strategies designed to address behaviours or situations of concern for individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental health concerns.
- Develop a collaborative program to support individuals with complex behaviour or medical needs and their support network.
- Support internal services teams through education, training, and promotion of ethical best practice in behaviour support.
- Facilitate staff development presentations specific to an individual, their team and the disability services sector.
- Participate on internal or external working groups or committees aligned with organizational and sector needs.
WHAT YOU BRING
We want to engage team members with diverse skills, experiences, and interests. These are some of the competencies and credentials we are looking for:
- Master of Social Work, Master of Arts in Psychology, Master of Counselling, or equivalent.
- Registered in good standing with regulatory body such as: College of Alberta Psychologists, Alberta College of Social Workers, Canadian Certified Counsellor.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in the areas of behaviour support development, consultation and management.
- Experience working with individuals with complex needs, ideally with developmental or other disabilities.
- Demonstrate a high standard of professionalism aligned with Vecova values
- Maintain a positive working relationship with all Vecova team members
- Maintain confidentiality at all times.
- Demonstrate a high level of administrative and IT capacity.
WHY WORK AT VECOVA?
No two days will be the same! You’ll have the opportunity to embark on a gratifying career with an organization that puts people first. We offer competitive compensation, a great benefits program, onsite fitness programs, flexible work schedules, and generous paid time off to spend time with family, pursue adventure, or take time for interests outside of work.
Vecova is committed to life-long learning and ongoing training is part of who we are. We have comprehensive training programs and offer learning opportunities to expand your knowledge and skills, stay current in your field, and continue learning as your career progresses.
When you work at Vecova you belong. Join Us!
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
- Vecova is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility for everyone.
- We welcome this journey of continual learning with our dedicated employees and community.
- We strive to operate with an open mind and seek the contributions of people with diverse backgrounds.
- We believe this only strengthens our workplace culture and ability to advance our mission.
- We work to inspire and inform the community to be inclusive - from our daily work supporting individuals in the community and living environments to our social enterprise and employment programs.
Join us in building a future for people with all abilities where everyone is valued, belongs, and thrives.
Vecova celebrates diversity and is proud and committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote regardless of Race, Religious beliefs, Color, Gender, Gender identity, Gender expression, Physical disability, Mental disability, Age, Ancestry, Place of origin, Marital status, Source of income, Family status and Sexual orientation (Alberta Human Rights Commission).At Vecova, we actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds and are committed to an inclusive environment free of discrimination and harassment.
We provide support in our recruitment process to candidates with disabilities; including accommodation, that considers candidates’ accessibility needs. Please connect, in confidence, with our Human Resources Team at [email protected] if you require accommodation within the recruitment process.
We greatly appreciate applications from all interested candidates; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All candidates applying for positions must be authorized to work in Canada without employer support. This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
Work Location: In person
