Working At VON
- Working one on one care, working with clients directly
- Full scope of practice that includes teamwork and professional development
- Benefits that start immediately including: vacation, dental, life insurance, health insurance, EFAP program, long term disability, ADD
- A Pension plan that starts after the probation period.
- Supporting people at home, caring for people where they are most happy
- Helping people and their families live their best lives by providing care, support and compassion
What Our Staff Like About VON
- Making a difference in the lives of people and keeping them independent as long as possible
- Being able to help clients stay in their own home
- At VON, there is so much opportunity for learning and growth, you gain confidence in your skills and abilities
- Diverse and Inclusive environment
What Our Employees Say About Us...
“Working for an organization like VON that helps people every day, feels good. I know the work I do adds value my life, and my community.”
-Administrative Assistant in Brantford, ON
“I've had a lot of nursing jobs. VON is a great place for nurses. Create your own availability and schedule. Work independently.”
-Registered Nurse in Sarnia, ON
“I like the flexibility of providing care in the home. Even though you work independently, you are never really alone at VON with good coworkers, always ready to help.”
-Licensed Practical Nurse in Sydney, NS
“I find the staff here at VON to be supportive and helpful. They seem to really care both about their employees and their clients. Flexible schedule is helpful for my lifestyle.”
-Home Helper in Kingston, ON
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) at VON
VON Canada is committed to embracing and celebrating equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as fundamental to living out our values of respect, compassion, and excellence in all that we do. In 2022, VON Canada established the Employee Advisory Committee (EAC) to champion equity, diversity, and inclusion and foster a supportive, inclusive workplace where everyone belongs.
We are dedicated to advancing the culture of home and community care by:
Creating communication that reflects lived experiences and perspectives of staff
Highlighting significant dates and observances that celebrate & recognize the many dimensions of diversity
Providing educational resources to develop staff awareness, advocacy, and engagement with our ongoing EDI initiatives
Applying an EDI lens to VON policies, processes, behaviors, and actions to create an equitable and inclusive VON
VON’s Employee Advisory Committee
The VON Employee Advisory Committee (EAC), formed in early 2022, is made up of individuals across the organization. They champion equity, diversity and inclusion to foster a supportive, inclusive workplace where everyone belongs.
| Mission: VON Canada is committed to embracing and celebrating diversity, equity and inclusion (EDI) as fundamental to living out our values of Respect, Compassion and Excellence in all that we do. | Vision: Advancing the culture of home and community care through embracing and celebrating diversity to create an equitable and inclusive VON. |
The EAC is committed to enhancing the employee experience at VON by promoting a culture where every team member feels empowered and valued. We invite you to engage with the EAC by sharing your ideas, concerns, and lived experiences.
We Welcome outreach for:
- Suggestions for new initiatives
- Specific training
- Facilitated EDI sessions with your team
VON's commitment to EDI
The EAC serves an essential role in advancing VON’s commitment to EDI through the following key areas:
We are committed to ensuring that every voice is heard, and we share important information and stories that reflect diverse identities, experiences, and perspectives at VON. You can see some of our previous staff-wide communiques on the Intranet.
Our EDI calendar highlights significant dates and observances that celebrate and recognize the many dimensions of diversity—whether they relate to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ability, or other vital aspects of identity.
Our E-Learning resources are designed to equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate and support VON’s commitment to EDI. These resources are available to help you stay informed and engaged with our ongoing EDI initiatives.
We partner and collaborate across the organization to apply the EDI lens to VON policies, processes, and actions to create alignment with VON’s commitment to embracing and celebrating Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
Employee Recognition and Retention
Giving and receiving thanks at work is essential. When we work in a warm, inviting, and safe workplace where our efforts are consistently valued, we are reinvigorated and energized in our work, and more supportive of one another, creating a healthier and more sustainable environment and culture for both clients and staff.
Recognition plays a crucial role in employee retention by ensuring that employees feel valued and appreciated. At VON, we have a dedicated Organizational Development department focused on fostering a learning culture, developing leadership, creating career pathways, recognizing and rewarding excellence, and implementing retention initiatives.
How We Recognize Our Employees:
- Our Orientation Program is designed to integrate new hires effectively through a combination of guided training, including job shadowing, mentorship, facilitated learning, and E-learning.
- Our VON STAR Recognition program allows staff to nominate their coworkers as VON STAR Award champions for weekly reward draws.
- Our Long Service Awards recognize employees who celebrate milestone anniversaries every five years.
- Our Personalized Development Plans (PDPs) support employee growth through regular career conversations and feedback loops.
- Our Aspiring Leaders Program recognizes individuals with strong leadership potential, providing them with specialized training and development.
"Staff Appreciating Staff"
Giving and receiving thanks at work is pretty important. When we work in a warm, inviting and safe workplace, where our efforts are consistently valued, we are reinvigorated and energized in our work, and we are more supportive of each other, creating a healthier and more sustainable environment and culture for clients and staff.
VON employees help recognize the good work being performed by using the VON STAR Awards. Employees can recognize their colleagues for their Service, Teamwork, Adaptability and Respect by nominating them for a VON STAR Award. Staff and their nominee will be entered in a weekly draw for e-gift cards.
