Independent Living Support Worker

2 weeks ago


Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Metro Community Living Full time
This position is based in the Dartmouth area.

The hours of work are Monday-Friday 12pm-8pm-Keeping in mind the hours in the week could change depending on the needs of your participants.

With this position you have the ability to really connect with your participants, learn and bond with them. This position is focused on the one on one interaction with participants and is very rewarding. You can take participants to life skills events, grocery shopping, appointments and helping them be more independent.

  • Previous training and experience developing and implementing nonaversive behavioral modification techniques and IPP's (including life skills training) Preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to work from a strengthsbased, solution
- and client-focused perspective essential.

  • Ability to quickly adapt to change and flexibility to meet the demands of a stressful and fast paced work environment required.
  • Current and Clear Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search completed is required.
  • Must have reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, valid safety inspection, Vehicle Insurance endorsing permission to carry passengers and $2 million liability.
  • Must provide a clear Driver's Abstract.
  • Attendance at staff meetings is mandatory.
  • CRW job description available upon request.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
From $21.79 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental care
  • Flexible schedule
  • Life insurance
  • Onsite parking
  • RRSP match
  • Vision care

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Evening shift
  • Monday to Friday

Work Location:
On the road

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