Disability Support Worker

1 month ago

Calgary, Canada Accoravillage Full time

NAS Inc. provides the best services for Individuals with development disabilities and complex needs through the support of our diverse team of dedicated professionals in the city of Calgary. As we value diversity and inclusion, we believe that it makes us stronger. We offer a collaborative team environment, ongoing training and development opportunities, competitive wages and benefits. Our culture is defined by the 3Ps - purpose, people, and pioneering. We are united by our shared value to serve a bigger purpose than ourselves.

Our Individuals living at ourSandpiper group home are looking for a Community Support Worker for their daily need. The expected diagnoses for the Individuals are Autism, Down Syndrome, developmental delay, Epilepsy, Verbal Echolalia, OCD, and legally blind.Individual may display physical behaviour of concerns. A behavioural support plan will be provided to advance and achieve Individual's goals. The position requires to support Individuals with hygiene routines, personal care. meal preparation, house chores, getting groceries, and medication administration. We are also looking for someone who is comfortable driving in all quadrants of Calgary. This position will require driving and attending medical appointments, sporting activities such as swimming, etc.

About You:

You are compassionate, attentive, and passionate towards working with people with disabilities. You attain skills and qualities such as team player, collaboration, and good communication. You are comfortable with providing full personal care, participating in social and recreational activities, advocating for the Individual in the community, and encouraging healthy living styles & social interactions. You have a good knowledge of community events and activities that could be useful to integrate the Individuals. You are professional, take ownership, and willing to follow agency's policies and procedures. You are solution driven, where you can identify the need of support for the Individual's apprehensions/concerns. You are willing to take the time to understand and know your Individual and act/respond in their best interest, while maintaining professional boundaries. You have previous experience working with Individuals with disabilities; therefore, you are willing to research, develop, and implement programs to provide for growth the Individual. You can easily manage administrative work to create rapports for the Individual.

This permanent position is20 hours/weekis in our Sandpiper group home, which is in Northwest (NW) area of Calgary. Please refer to the following regarding the schedule information:

  • Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 1:00pm

There will be some flexibility needed in the schedule; i.e. start the shift, get extended working hours, or be flexible to work at other group home due to staff needs. The starting pay rate for this position will be$21.19. After three months probationary period, you will be eligible for health and dental benefits along with 5 flex days after the six months of employment.

  • Minimum of a Diploma in the Human Services sector or Disability Sector
  • Must provide valid class 5 drivers license and have a reliable vehicle with minimum $2,000,000 liability insurance
  • Intermediate in computer skills and administration skills
  • Previous knowledge or experience in Seizure Recognition would be an asset
  • Provide medical, technological, environmental, physical, and behavioural support
  • Minimum required training in Emergency First Aid & CPR Level A

Preferred Requirements:

  • Previous knowledge and experience in above-mentioned diagnosis would be an asset
  • One to two years relevant experience in the human services field would be an asset
  • Previously trained and have the knowledge of medication administration
  • Previous work experience in a group location would be preferred
  • Relevant trainings such as Non-violent Crises Intervention, Abuse Prevention Response Protocol, and Positive Behavior Supports, etc.

Covid-19 Vaccination Policy: New Age Services Inc. (NAS Inc.) is committed to the health, safety, and well-being of its staff and of all individuals who enter its workplace. COVID-19 is a respiratory viral infection that has infected millions of individuals across the globe, including Canada. Proof of full vaccination (two doses plus any additional boosters, as required) or a medical proof or exemption will be mandatory for all NAS Inc. staff.

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