Direct Support Staff

3 weeks ago


Winnipeg, Canada WASO Inc Full time

WASO is hiring We are looking for people that are committed to providing high quality supports to adults diagnosed with a developmental disability. WASO is a multi-faceted agency that provides a diverse range of supports to individuals that choose to receive service from one of our programs.

Direct Support Staff are responsible for:

- Working closely with the Program Manager to plan and execute tasks, activities and programs on site and in the community.
- Performing all tasks necessary to ensure the safety and wellbeing of each person we support (including administering medication, personal care supports and other tasks as required)
- Encouraging individuals to make independent choices as required
- Providing transportation to and from the site and for activities/events in the community
- Making a difference in the lives of the people we support by creating positive working relationships
- Communicating effectively with colleagues, the people WASO supports and their support networks.
- Providing training in a variety of areas, including life skills, task performance
- Encouraging person centered choices and involvement in the community
- Providing and facilitating opportunities for volunteering
- Recreational activities

**Requirements**:

- A minimum of two years experience providing supports to individuals (ideally in a day service environment)
- A valid class 5F driver’s license
- Acceptable Criminal record, Adult Abuse and Child Abuse Registry checks
- Access to a vehicle
- Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position (siting, standing, walking, listing, 50 pounds)
- Ability to provide personal care to individuals with limited mobility (including using a wheelchair)

Our staff are passionate about providing the highest quality of support. The majority of our team have been with our agency for ten years or more. We acknowledge this dedication and exemplary work ethic by providing a competitive salary and benefit package, a pension plan, and social events for WASO staff.

Position Benefits
- Extended Health, Vision and Dental Benefits after 3 months of employment
- Paid Sick Leave after 6 months of employment
- Participation in Company Pension Plan after 1 year of employment
- Casual Dress
- Additional Training Opportunities

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $22.76 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Working with persons with developmental disabilities: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Class 5 Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-05-10



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