Hello,
We are excited to announce that we are looking for a Family Navigator to join our team. The posting is now live with a closing date of Thursday April 15 at 11:00 pm.
Link https://bcpublicservice.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/75769
If you are interested, please apply.
Thank you,
Melissa Mykle (she/her/hers)
Calling all built environment accessibility experts*! We are now accepting applications for our technical committee for a model standard for the built environment – accessibility.
Deadline: You have until April 23, 2021, at 3:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time to apply.
Wanted: representatives from these categories:
Ø Persons with disabilities
Ø Industry and commerce
Ø Governmental authorities
Ø Consumers and Public Interest
Ø Workers and Trade Unions
Ø Academic and research organizations
Ø Non-governmental organizations
Ø Standards Development Organizations
As a member of this committee, you will work with other experts to:
Do you have ideas on how we can address barriers in areas such as building entrances, washrooms, or even related to signage? Do you want to contribute toward a barrier-free Canada?
Submit your application today.
*These are volunteer roles. If an individual with a disability is not paid by an organization, we will pay them for their role as an expert on a technical committee.
https://youtu.be/qyiuzZRXlb4
B.C.’S COVID-19 IMMUNIZATION PLAN FOR THE
DEAF, DEAF-BLIND AND HARD OF HEARING COMMUNITY
YouTube: ASL Version https://youtu.be/QtngK2eeX2E
PHSA’s Provincial Language Service is hosting a live information session on B.C.’s COVID-19 immunization plan
for the Deaf, Deaf-Blind and Hard of Hearing Community on
Monday, March 22, 2021,
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Deputy Provincial Health Officer Dr. Martin Lavoie will share accurate, up-to-date information about the
COVID-19 vaccine and when and how you can get it in B.C. Participants will have an opportunity to ask questions.
Deaf Interpreters, ASL Interpreters and CART will be provided.
Register: https://phsa.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_nOzB3LRGRy2OHg1NJ9o_xg
Please share widely with your friends, client, colleagues, and family members.
B.C.’S COVID-19 IMMUNIZATION PLAN FOR THE
DEAF, DEAF-BLIND AND HARD OF HEARING COMMUNITY
YouTube: ASL Version https://youtu.be/QtngK2eeX2E
PHSA’s Provincial Language Service is hosting a live information session on B.C.’s COVID-19 immunization plan
for the Deaf, Deaf-Blind and Hard of Hearing Community on
Monday, March 22, 2021,
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Deputy Provincial Health Officer Dr. Martin Lavoie will share accurate, up-to-date information about the
COVID-19 vaccine and when and how you can get it in B.C. Participants will have an opportunity to ask questions.
Deaf Interpreters, ASL Interpreters and CART will be provided.
Register: https://phsa.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_nOzB3LRGRy2OHg1NJ9o_xg
Please share widely with your friends, client, colleagues, and family members.
VCH Daily COVID-19 Update Mar. 12
LATEST UPDATE – March 12, 2021
In an effort to keep our community partners connected, we are providing you with regular COVID-19 updates.
Ministry of Health update
In yesterday’s joint statement on B.C.’s COVID-19 response, Dr. Bonnie Henry, Provincial Health Officer, and Adrian Dix, Minister of Health, reported 569 new cases.
The total number of people who have tested positive for COVID-19 in B.C. now stands at 87,009 since the start of the pandemic. Of the new cases, 140 people were in the Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) region.
Across the province, there were three new COVID-19 related deaths, while 244 people are currently hospitalized, with 68 of these cases receiving treatment in ICU/critical care. The total number of individuals who have passed away due to COVID-19 is 1,397. There are 4,912 active cases of COVID-19 across B.C. currently.
The Langley School District is accepting applications for SEA – Autism/Interpreter. Reporting to the
Teacher/Administrator, the Special Education Assistant – Autism/Interpreter acts as an interpreter between the
deaf and hard of hearing students, the integrated classroom teacher, and hearing students and other hearing
school personnel, and provides assistance and support in the implementation of individual education programs for students with special needs.
Well Being Program is excited to host the Cyber Security Virtual Series and partnering with Communication Security Establishment and Better Business Bureau.
See the attached flyer. I also have included the text version and image description of the flyer below:
Cyber Security Virtual Series
Thursday | March 18 | 12pm-1:30pm – Protecting Digital Privacy
Wednesday | March 24 | 6pm-7pm – BBB Top 10 Riskiest Scams
Thursday | March 25 | 12pm-1:30pm – Preventing Cyber Crime
Spark your passion and discover your potential with Richmond Society for Community Living
(RSCL). Join a team that truly cares about what matters to you. Be empowered, challenged and
supported as a leader to ignite change!
Our roots run deep in the Richmond community with nearly 40 years of program delivery and
almost 300 employees. We live and breathe inclusion with a strong belief in the importance of
grassroots advocacy, deep connections and kindness. We treat our employees with the same care
as those that we support. In addition to creating rewarding relationships, you can expect respect,
flexibility, significant professional development, comprehensive compensation and career growth
with us.
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