Casual Direct Support Professional

7 months ago

Winnipeg, Canada DASCH Full time

**About You**:

- Are you looking for additional hours as a Support Worker in the disability support field?
- Are you looking for fulfilling work in the health care and social assistance industry where your everyday actions can make a difference?
- Do you share our vision to build a community of inclusion where people with intellectual disabilities are valued?
- If you answered "YES" to the above, this role may be of interest to you

**About DASCH**:
DASCH is a non-profit organization established in 1974 dedicated to exploring and meeting the residential, day program, respite and foster care needs of youth and adults. We support people living in over 50 homes and 2 day programs throughout Winnipeg. People can participate in personalized social, educational, vocational and recreational services that provide learning opportunities and greater independence.

Come and join us at DASCH where we will provide you with the training, support, and rewarding culture needed to make the most of this opportunity. Currently, we are looking for Casual Direct Support Professionals to work in homes throughout all neighbourhoods in Winnipeg. This position is a great steppingstone to part-time and full-time direct support roles, and it provides the opportunity to work in different homes with different staff teams.

**Position Summary**:
Direct Support Professionals provide care and support to people within their homes and out in the community. With the support from the Location Supervisor, Direct Support Professionals are responsible for providing quality care to the people we support, maintaining a safe and clean home environment, and accurate record keeping. In this role, duties are carried out using a professional team approach that aligns with DASCH’s Vision, Mission, and Values.

**Role & Responsibilities**:

- Serve as a positive role model for the people we support.
- Recognize and provide physical, emotional, and social support to each person in a respectful and caring manner.
- Provide learning opportunities and support in areas such as: personal hygiene, grocery shopping, housekeeping skills, meal preparation and socialization.
- Advocate on behalf of the people we support, always keeping their best interests in mind.
- Promote independence and encourage decision-making through recognition and respect of the interests and choices of the people we support.
- Transport people we support to and from activities and home in a safe and careful manner.
- Contribute to a warm and comfortable home for the people we support.
- Complete and maintain required documentation, in a well-written, legible manner.
- Maintain effective communication with the Location Supervisor, co-workers, and the people we support.

**Skills & Qualifications**:

- At least one year of work experience in the field of disability support is required.
- Canadian Grade 10 education **or** Level 6 on the Canadian Language Benchmark Assessment is required.
- Full or Intermediate Class 5 Manitoba Driver’s License is required.
- Smart device with internet access is required for communication.
- Excellent written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated skills and ability to work in a team environment.
- Certificate in Disability and Community Support, Health Care Aide, or other related area is an asset.
- Sound knowledge of intellectual disabilities is an asset.

**Schedule**:

- Must work a minimum of two shifts per month.
- Evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts available.

**Salary**:$18.40- $20.00 per hour (based on industry-related experience and education)

**Benefits**:

- Optional RRSP and TFSA plans
- Employer-paid training with flexible training options
- Paid mileage

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