We are currently looking for paid volunteers- Diabetes Care Technician (DCT)
We help you sleep easy with a supportive team and paid training!
Great benefits and a team that supports your goals
“Joining SE Health was the best career decision I’ve ever made. The people are really nice, and I was free to pick up my children after school every day. I’ve also had many opportunities to grow and practice to my full scope.” – Mary, 20 years at SE Health
We are committed to supporting CHEO to help children with diabetes manage their medical, nutritional, and psychosocial needs to empower them to live their best lives.
The Diabetes Support Technician provides in-person, at school, insulin administration and/or diabetes support, in collaboration with a virtual nurse and an SE Diabetes Care School Program Facilitator.
1 hour per day only
Why join our team?
- Competitive Total Rewards. So much more than a paycheque! Enjoy on-demand pay, car loan support, supportive housing and exclusive staff perks.
- Growth That Meets Your Ambition
Build your skills with education bursaries, tuition support, ongoing training and mentorship. Our leadership team is available 24/7 to help you practice to full scope and deliver excellent care. With diverse roles and locations across Canada, you’ll have opportunities to explore new career paths or move into support and leadership positions.
- Innovative. At SE, we are always looking for new, innovative ways to improve. You’ll be encouraged and supported to identify and make improvements to the way we do our work. As a social enterprise, we support research into Senior’s Health and Aging.
- Purpose & Impact
Join a national social enterprise where your voice matters. Every role helps advance health, spark innovation and strengthen communities across Canada.
- Manage your life. At SE, you’ll be supported with the time you need to meet the needs of your clients and meet your own needs, develop yourself and your career, and be part of a team.
- Mobile device and 3 uniforms provided
The Diabetes Support Technician:
- Receives education specific to child development, interpersonal communication, diabetes, emergency management, insulin administration and insulin pumps, in addition to child-specific training.
- Provides in-person, at school, insulin injection and/or diabetes care, as per the Individual Care Plan, with the guidance and oversight of a virtual nurse.
- Attend program huddles with hospital care team, as required.
- Works collaboratively with the care team, including the child and family, as well as the school staff and leadership.
- Escalates any risks or identified issues, as appropriate.
- Maintains and submits accurate client records, as required.
- Uses communication tools to effectively communicate with members of the team.
- Participate in program evaluation and process improvement.
Requirements:
- A current CPR certificate is required.
- An interest in supporting children with diabetes.
- Ability to communicate effectively (verbal/written) and exercise good judgment is required.
- Ability to lift up to 25 kilograms may be required.
- Ability to perform lifting and bending in awkward positions when assisting clients may be required.
- Access to own transportation is required
About SE Health
SE Health is a not-for-profit social enterprise advancing health with heart. With 115+ years of impact, we bring hope, happiness and exceptional care to people and communities across Canada. We lead with empathy, dignity and purpose while building a future where everyone can realize their full health and well-being potential. We’re also an inclusive, supportive workplace offering competitive compensation, strong benefits and real opportunities to grow. We’re All In Together.
Accessibility: If you require accommodations due to illness or disability, please contact Talent Acquisition at careers@sehc.com.
AI and compensation details:
We use AI to take notes during our interview. All applications and interviews are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team. This role is a new position. The hiring pay rate for this position is $20.00 per hour.
