Disability Support Worker

3 days ago

Vegreville, Canada WJS Canada Full time

**The Program**

304-32 Vegreville Dakota House

This Disability Supports program assists 2 persons-served with Autism (ASD) to live supported in their community home, help them with daily activities, behavioural supports and and community inclusion.

Previous experience with complex, high behavior supports and/or American Sign Language (ASL) is an asset.

**In Your Role You Will**
- Support individuals to build life skills and social/occupational skills, independence and encourage participation and social interaction within the community.
- Teach/assist person-served with daily household tasks (food preparation, laundry, cleaning, etc) and personal care/hygiene (grooming, dental care, bathing)
- Drive individual in your own vehicle to appointments, day programs, community events, etc.
- Have 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.

**The Position**

Supports 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.

NOTE* CUPE union membership required

**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.**
- Previous experience with complex, high behavior supports and/or American Sign Language (ASL) is an asset.
- Other experience such as Nursing, Education Assistant or Health Care Aide may be considered.
- High School Diploma or GED
- MANDATORY - A valid Class 5 Driver License, clear driving abstract and reliable vehicle with suitable insurance.
- American Sign Language (ASL) skills a definite asset
- Skills in assisting individuals in anger management, daily living, self help, etc.

ALSO helpful, but will train if needed:

- First Aid/CPR Certification
- Crisis Prevention 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.

**Website reference**

**Closing Statement**

Not sure you meet the requirements? We may be able to consider diverse combinations of skills, education and experience, so please apply.

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