Awake Over Night Community Support Worker

3 weeks ago

Calgary, Canada New Age Services Inc. Full time
Awake Over Night Community Support Worker - NW Group Home

Calgary, AB, Canada Req #514

Why work for New Age Services?

NAS Inc. provides the best services for Individuals with developmental disabilities and complex needs & behaviours t hrough 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 values to serve a bigger purpose than ourselves.

Our Individuals living at Hawkmount are looking for a Community Disability Practitioner for their daily needs. Your role will byAwake Overnight, meaning that you work the overnight shift to ensure individuals have support if needed. The expected diagnoses for the Individuals are Dementia with severe developmental disabilities; we have acquired brain injury, blindness, and deafness. All Individuals are wheelchair bound. Individuals may display physical behaviour of concern. A behavioural support plan will be provided to advance and achieve Individuals' goals. The group home expectations of this position are support with hygiene routines, meal preparation, house chores, getting groceries, and medication administration. Driving is a requirement for this position; therefore, you must be comfortable with 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 about supporting people with disabilities. You are comfortable with providing full personal and ostomy care, participating in social and recreational activities, advocating for the Individual in the community, and encouraging healthy living styles & social interactions. You have previous experience with G tube feeding and lifting/ assisting individuals with a wheelchair. You have a good knowledge of community events and activities that could be useful to integrate the Individuals. You are professional, take ownership, and are willing to follow the agency's policies and procedures. You are solution-driven, where you can identify the need for support for the Individuals' 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. You are willing to research, develop, and implement programs and initiatives for the growth of the Individuals. You can easily manage documentation responsibilities for the Individuals.

This permanent position is 40 hours/week at our "Hawkmount" group home, which is located in the Northwest (NW) area of Calgary. The starting pay rate for this position will be $21.19. You will work four days a week with three days off. The first week of rotation shifts will be from Monday-Thursday 11:00pm -7:00am and the next week will be Sunday, Wednesday-Friday 11:00 PM – 7:00AM. After three-months probationary period, you will be eligible for health and dental benefits along with 5 flex days followed by the six months of employment.

  • Minimum of a diploma or certification in the Human Services sector or Disability Sector
  • One-two years of relevant experience in the human services field would be an asset
  • Must provide a valid class 5 driver's license and have a reliable vehicle with a minimum $2,000,000 liability insurance
  • Previous experience with nursing is an asset
  • Intermediate in computer skills and administration skills
  • Provide medical, technological , environmental, physical, and behavioural support
  • Minimum required training in Emergency First Aid & CPR Level A

PreferredRequirements:

  • Previous knowledge and experience regarding Brain Injuries & Severe Developmental Disabilities would be an asset
  • Previously trained and have knowledge of medication administration
  • Have taken relevant trainings such as Non-violent Crises Intervention, Abuse Prevention Response Protocol, and Positive Behavior Supports, etc.
  • Previous experience in a group home setting would be an asset

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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