Disability Support Worker

6 months ago

Vegreville, Canada WJS Canada Full time

**The Program**

304-32 Vegreville Dakota House

This Disability Supports program assists persons with developmental disabilities and in need of behavioral supports to live supported in their community home, help them with daily home/life activities, and community inclusion.

Previous experience with complex, high behavior supports is an asset.
When escalated and displaying behaviors, persons-served may require de-escalation from self-injury (head butting), throwing objects, or damaging property

**In Your Role You Will**
- Support individuals to build life skills and be active in daily household chores which may include cooking, laundry, house cleaning, etc.
- Model &/or when required, provide personal care, which may include, bathing, toileting, grooming, dental care, etc.
- Encourage good citizenship skills and building of relationships within their home and community
- Drive individual in your own vehicle to appointments, day programs, community events, etc..
- use your knowledge and experience with disabilities, to identify issues, set goals and celebrate success.
- coach individuals with behavior, emotional or physical challenges
- reinforce strengths that are already in place and offer support within the home and around the community.
- Contribute toward design, implementation and evaluation of individual service plans, program specific policies & procedures.
- Communicate/document information that relates to program changes/service recipient changes to peers, ministry representatives and other stakeholders as required.
- Observe/document needs of individuals in service.

**The Position**

This 24-7 community-based home in Vegreville, supports male persons-served, at home (mentoring/supervising daily activities, household chores) to encourage independence and in the community (attending appointments, be involved in recreational/social activities, volunteer, etc.) to encourage integration into the community.

This program is double staffed during the day. The persons-served can independently toilet, bath and dress themselves, however some prompting may be required to ensure adequate cleanliness, bushing hair/teeth, etc.). Within the community the persons-served enjoy going out to socialize, eat out, swim, go to the gym, go for drives, attend community events.

NOTE* CUPE union membership required

*Complex need rate ($22.90+/hr) paid when supporting complex needs clients. Regular rate ($19.60) paid for training/meetings/non-complex needs work.*

**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.**
- A passion for working in the diverse abilities sector and caring for others
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and complex mental health needs. Other experience such as LPN, Nursing or Health Care Aide may be considered.
- High School Diploma/GED or Diploma/Degree in Disabilities Studies, Social Work, Human Services, Special Education or equivalent
- MANDATORY - A valid Class 5 Driver License, clear driving abstract and reliable vehicle with suitable insurance.
- Cooking and cleaning are part of the responsibilities of this role
- Experience supporting clients/patients with complex behaviours an asset.
- A positive attitude and belief that persons with disabilities have the right to define/pursue their life choices, and participate in community events, employment and recreation.

ALSO helpful, but will train if needed:

- Skills in assisting individuals in anger management, daily living, self help, etc.
- First Aid/CPR Certification
- Non-violent Crisis Intervention, Medication Administration, Abuse Protocol, Proactive Procedures and Behavioural Strategies, Foundations and Disabilities Training
- Knowledge of basic health and safety rules and guidelines for personal health and safety, as appropriate.

**What WJS Canada does**

We are a national social services agency, that provide community-based services to children and families, persons with developmental disabilities, at-risk youth and young offenders, designed to foster positive life changes and increase self-esteem. Over the past 30 years, we've grown to over 700 dedicated staff, in 3 provinces, who serve approximately 1,600 persons through over 125 services. As a Certified B-Corp, for-profit company, we use the power of business to build a more inclusive and sustainable economy.

**Our Employees Enjoy**
- Employer-paid Dental & Extended Health benefits
- 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.

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