Disability Support Worker

3 weeks ago

Fort McMurray, Canada WJS Canada Full time

The Program

348-32 Ft Mc Beacon Hill

Working in a supported living home with a man who has developmental disabilities and mental illness.

In Your Role You Will

This front-line Disability Services Worker role assists persons served with behavior supports and personal care leading up to bedtime, during overnight hours and with morning routine. Will ensure a consistent, healthy and safe environment and if needed, provide immediate support in crisis situations.

  • Assist/support individuals to develop and achieve personal goals.
  • Ensure individuals' basic needs are met, i.e., hygiene, personal care, life skills and social/occupational skills.
  • Assist with household chores (meal prep, cleaning, etc.)
  • Drive individual in your own vehicle (and stay as a support/participate) to medical appointments, recreational activities, community events, etc.
  • Provide immediate support in crisis situations.
  • Assist in the design, implementation & evaluation of ISPs, program specific policies & procedures.
  • Connect the individual with their family, friends & community.
  • Administer medication, first aid if/when necessary.
  • Use computer program to write objective daily reports and document notes & observations regarding the client.

The Position

Front-line community disability services role supports the development of skills and independence to empower persons with developmental disabilities to pursue and fulfill their goals, objectives and aspirations.

12hr Day shifts (7am-7pm) working a 2 week rotation. Total 84 hours bi-weekly.
Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
Week 2: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday

NOTE: This position requires CUPE union membership.

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.

As An Ideal Candidate You Possess

  • Experience working with persons with a developmental disability &/or mental health concerns.
  • Experience supporting personal care and aids to daily living (ADLs).
  • High School Diploma. Ideally, post secondary education in a related human services field.
  • MUST HAVE - Valid Class 5 Driver’s License; reliable vehicle, clean driver’s abstract and adequate insurance.
  • Skills in coaching/assisting individuals in life skills, anger management, daily chores, self-help & problem solving, etc.
  • Committed to philosophies and principles of community-based living for individuals in service.
  • Good computer skills - as all files are electronic.

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

This position is open to all applicants.

How to apply: Please apply through the Job Postings using the link below or accessing it through the "Job Postings" button on SharePoint (internal candidates).

What WJS Canada does

WJS helps people with developmental disabilities thrive in their communities through a variety of programs and services, including:

  • Community-based homes and residential care.
  • Supportive Independent living.
  • Family support services, including respite care.
  • Day programs, community involvement, employment.
  • Behaviour, emotional and mental health support.

Our Employees Enjoy

  • Employer-paid Dental & Extended Health benefits, if employed 30+ hrs/wk.
  • Regular wage increases at 6 months and 1 year employment.
  • Matching RRSP plan for eligible employees.
  • 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.

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

Website reference

For more information on WJS Canada visit our website: www.wjscanada.com

Closing Statement

No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you Please apply.

Equal-Opportunity Employer
Our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is unwavering. We believe that varied backgrounds and experiences fuel innovation and success. As an equal-opportunity employer, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion across all operations. We're seeking candidates passionate about contributing to our multicultural teams and enriching our workplace with their unique insights and cultural sensitivity.
We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply and join us in fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment.

No telephone calls please. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be notified.

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