Disability Support Worker

2 weeks ago

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada WJS Canada Full time

The Program
302-37 Edmonton Argan House


This 1:1 (one on one) program supports a 24 year old person-served with complex behaviours and mental health concerns, who uses a walker for mobility, and is at risk for suicidal attempts/ideations.


In Your Role You Will

  • Be motivated to work independently with the client towards achieving the goals set out in their Individual Support Plan (ISP); encouraging them during setbacks and celebrating successes with them.
  • Use deescalation techniques to deal with challenging behaviours
  • Model healthy relationships and setting boundaries
  • Assist client in developing life skills within the home including household chores (meal prep, cleaning, etc.) in a consistent, healthy & safe environment and their community.
  • Connect the individual with their family, friends & community and encourage healthy relationship building.
  • Drive person in care (in your own vehicle) within the community and supervise/participate with the client in recreational, leisure, vocational (training/employment)activities.
  • Assist in the design, implementation & evaluation of ISPs, program specific policies & procedures.
  • Use computer program to write objective daily reports.
  • Provide immediate support in crisis situations.
  • Administer medication, first aid if/when necessary

The Position


Challenging behaviours may occur on a daily basis, therefore, only DSW applicants with de-escalation techniques experience and 2 years experience working with significant high behaviors, mental health concerns, trauma will be interviewed.

Please ensure your resume details these qualifications.

Bona Fide Occupational Requirement:
This is a gender-specific position based upon the behaviour and needs of the persons served.

Criminal Record Check/Ministry Check Statement

Prior to confirmation of employment all applicants must provide a current (dated within 6 months of hiring date) Criminal Record Check and Ministry Check. These checks can take up to 6 weeks to obtain, please ensure you prepare accordingly.

  • Work well in an environment with potential for verbal/physical aggression.
  • 2 years experience with an individual with aggressive behaviours, addictions, mental health issues, trauma, etc.
  • Grade 12 Diploma minimum requirement;
  • Prefer Certificate, Diploma in Social Services Worker, Special Education, Psychology;
  • Valid class 5 driver license with clear driving abstract and reliable vehicle
  • Current First Aid/CPR and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention certification (NVCI or CPI)
  • Training in Harm Reduction, Addictions, Trauma Informed Practice, Complex Needs, Behaviour Management.
  • Confident & able to function in a crisis


Not sure you meet the requirements? We may be able to consider diverse combinations of skills, education and experience, so please apply.


What WJS Canada does

  • Make a positive difference in the lives of the people you serve.
  • Enjoy a challenging, safe, healthy and rewarding workplace.
  • Provide standardsetting service.
  • Enhance and strengthen your community.

Our Employees Enjoy

  • Regular wage increases.
  • Staff training and opportunities to learn/work in a wide array of programs.
  • An empowering balance of independence and supervision.
  • Best practices programming and innovative care.

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Closing Statement


We recognize that equity diversity and inclusion (EDI) is an important element in our work and in our day to day lives.

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