Community Support Worker

1 week ago

Halifax, Canada Health Association Nova Scotia Full time

CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE ACROSS NOVA SCOTIA

The Disability Support Program Sector fosters individual choice, social inclusion, enhances quality of life, and offers the opportunity to provide skills needed to help individuals thrive in their communities. If you want to empower others and are interested in making a real difference - we want you

As a Community Support Worker, you will enjoy a challenging career where your contributions are valued, recognized and your professional growth is supported.

**What we offer**

  • Positions available across the province

**Responsibilities**

  • Assisting clients with activities of daily living, including (but not limited to) administering medications, bathing and personal care, meal preparation, cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping, attending medical appoints, etc.
  • Assisting clients transition to community living where appropriate
  • Practice a person-directed approach to supporting clients
  • Improving clients quality of life by making a positive impact on everyday activities
  • Developing a strong respectful relationship with the clients you are supporting
  • Nurturing a strong rapport with family members, while also building and maintaining relationships with other supports
  • Planning and facilitating leisure, recreational and social activities
  • Maintain detailed and accurate files on each client including daily and quarterly reports
  • Responding appropriately in times of crisis/emergency

**Qualifications**

  • High school graduate. Post-secondary education preferred
  • The 7 Provincial Core Competencies outlined by Department of Community Services (can be completed upon hire)
  • Ability to provide a clear, current Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Registry Check and Vulnerable Sector Check
  • Provide proof of COVID-19 Vaccination
  • Excellent organizational, time management and communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Must be a team player and demonstrate a high degree of initiative, judgement, and a positive can-do attitude

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