Vocational Facilitator

**Make a move to a career that cares**:
Join one of the most innovative organizations in the disability services sector where you can bring joy, independence, and possibility into someone’s life—every single day.

**Who we are (more than just a workplace)**:
DASCH helps people with intellectual disabilities in Winnipeg to reach their full potential. We collaborate with families and allied professionals to support youth and adults so they can live, work, play and thrive in an inclusive, accessible, and responsive environment. Learn more about us at dasch.mb.ca.

**What you should know about us**:

- We aim to build an inclusive community that values people with intellectual disabilities.
- We support people living in more than 50 homes throughout Winnipeg.
- People at DASCH have access to recreational and life skills development.
- Our DASCHWorks program provides support and opportunities for employment, financial stability, and independence.
- Specialized professionals offer support in areas such as life skills, behaviour management, nutrition, and mental health.
- We are known for exceptional service. Part of that comes from providing our team members with the comprehensive training, support, and recognition they deserve to succeed. This is a place where people can flourish and grow their careers.

**What you’ll do (the highlights)**:
Under the direction of the Vocational Supervisor, the Vocational Facilitator is responsible for assisting individuals with intellectual disabilities in the acquisition of vocational skills to obtain and maintain competitive employment in the community. The Vocational Facilitator is responsible for successfully facilitating journeys of the people we support through the development and implementation of employment action plans, including developing pre-employment and employment skills, setting employment goals and seeking competitive employment opportunities.

**What that looks like**:

- Working Full-Time, Monday-Friday days in an office-based position.
- Provide individual emotional, physical, social, and vocational support in a respectful and caring manner.
- Conduct vocational assessments and interest testing to determine skills and abilities.
- Assess academic aptitudes, physical stamina, and various skills in relation to vocational planning.
- Observe and assess onsite task execution and work-related behaviours.
- Develop pre-employment and employment skills, including one-to-one supports and group facilitation.
- Assist in developing employment goals, action plans, and seeking competitive employment opportunities.
- Conduct job coaching and provide individualized follow-up.
- Provide community-based support and workplace assessments, including accompanying individuals to job interviews or assisting with transportation.
- Identify learning barriers and determine effective training and support methods.
- Recommend assistive devices, equipment, and community resources to enhance employment opportunities.
- Promote independence and encourage decision-making through recognition and respect of individual interests and choices.
- Serve as a positive role model for staff and individuals supported.
- Perform administrative duties, including completing communication logs, incident reports, and maintaining effective communication with management, coworkers, individuals supported, and the community.
- Use Non-Violent Crisis Intervention techniques if an escalated situation arises.
- Become familiar with Fire Safety procedures, including the location of fire extinguishers, emergency exits, and individual evacuation procedures.

**What you bring (and why you’ll thrive here)**:
DASCH team members are special. They have a mix of the right personal characteristics and specific skills for their work.

**Your Qualifications**:

- Working understanding of the needs of people with intellectual disabilities.
- Experience in task analysis, instructional methods, group facilitation, and evaluation techniques.
- Knowledge of marketing strategies of the people we support.
- Excellent written communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to develop and maintain accurate records and reports as required.
- Proficiency in computer use is required.
- Full or Intermediate Class 5 Manitoba Driver’s License is preferred.
- Certificate in Disability and Community Support is an asset.
- Education Assistant Diploma an asset.
- Sound knowledge of intellectual disabilities and experience working in the field is an asset.

**Your Characteristics**:

- A genuine interest in and respect for people from all walks of life.
- Patience, understanding and the ability to listen non-judgmentally.
- You enjoy working in a team environment and work effectively with others.
- You listen carefully and communicate clearly in writing and verbally.
- Others find you helpful and positive.

**Pay + perks (how we support you)**:

- Salary: $18.40 - $19.00 per hour, depending on your experience and education.