Supervisor,directs Support, Fulltime Monday-friday

**The Agency**

Do you want to work for an organization whose vision is to support individuals with disabilities to achieve full, meaningful lives as valuable citizens of their community?

Operating as a non-profit society since 1977, Etana provides support services to adults with developmental disabilities. We work with individuals in the city of Red Deer and area, with our office located in Red Deer. Etana continues to grow with respect to the number of individuals supported and personnel and are adaptive with our services to meet the needs of each individual.

**The Position**

The Supervisor of Direct Support is directly accountable to the Director of Programs to work directly on site, for the purpose of supporting, coordinating, establishing, organizing, monitoring, and responding to the overall daily operations of an enriched service for persons who have unique, challenging support needs.

Using a strong leadership acumen, the Supervisor of Direct Support is dedicated to supporting the individuals and leading a team of Support Workers to implement positive interventions and intensive supports in order to facilitate optimal outcomes for the individuals with complex support needs.

Experience supporting Individuals with complex disabilities: Mental Health/Anxiety, Kleinfelter, and Prader Willies essential for this position.

This position ensures that the supervision, training and personal support provided meets the individual’s needs. With exceptional communication skills, the Supervisor of Direct Support is also responsible for liaising with government departments, family and other related community support agencies, ensuring that services provided are of the maximum possible benefit to the individual and that services are operated in accordance with standards as set down by Etana, Disability Services and CARF Accreditation Standards.

**This is a full time salaried position with an attractive benefits package located in the Blackfalds area.**

**MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS**
- Degree or diploma in a human services field (preferred)
- High School Diploma or Mature Status
- 2 year supervisory experience
- 3 years experience working in human services including developmental disabilities, dual diagnosis/mental health, complex needs, addictions
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
- Valid Emergency Level First Aid & CPR Certificate
- Class 5 drivers license and reliable vehicle
- Clear Vulnerable Sector check

**REQUIRED TRAINING** _(some of this training is available through Etana)_
- First Aid & CPR (Maintain current certification - every 3 years, or as identified by the certifying body)
- Medication Administration
- Trauma Informed Care
- Abuse Protocol / Protection of Persons in Care Act
- Supporting Individuals through Valued Attachments (SIVA) every 2 years
- Leadership & Advisory Council - Rights, Roles & Responsibilities
- Food Safe
- Maintain skills in computing and communication technology as chosen and utilized by Etana
- Social Role Valorization
- Training in support approaches for individuals with addictions and schizophrenia would be considered an asset

**Etana Offers**:

- Excellent remuneration and extended benefit package
- Job specific training.
- Ongoing career development and advancement opportunities.
- Creative and fulfilling work in a professional accredited organization
- A work culture of Honesty, Dignity, and Respect.

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

Pay: Up to $26.75 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

**Education**:

- DCS / DEC (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Supervisory: 2 years (preferred)
- Residential Care Complex Needs: 3 years (preferred)

**Language**:

- English (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person