Direct Support Professional

**Who we are**:
**Pulford Community Living Services** is a not-for-profit organization that provides community-based residential supports to person with intellectual disabilities. At Pulford, we foster an environment that encourages personal growth and independence, empowering each individual to live a full life. Guided by our core values of Dignity, Safety, Respect, and Integrity, we are committed to creating an equal and inclusive world where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Join us in our mission to bring communities together, promoting, and empowering individuals to lead fulfilling lives.

**Position Summary**:
Under the direction of the Program Supervisor and within the limits of the approved policies and procedures of Pulford Community Living Services, assist and support with the day-to-day living, housing operations, and programs for the benefit, support, and well-being of individuals with intellectual disabilities. As a Direct Support Professional at Pulford, you must be a committed, consistent, nurturing individual to maintain those supported by Pulford. We are currently hiring Casual/Part-time Direct Support Professionals who are committed to providing high-quality, person-centered care to adults in our community.

**What you will do**:

- Supporting individual(s) with their person-centered planning process and encouraging/assisting each individual to participate in daily activities and make informed choices/decisions in their personal life.
- Play an active role in providing individual(s) opportunities to grow relationships and teach and assist the individual(s) in developing positive social interactions.
- Be an advocate for justice, inclusion, and full community participation on behalf of vulnerable persons; help the individual(s) understand their rights.
- Ensure individual’s emotional, physical, spiritual, and medical needs are met when required.
- Maintain positive and effective communication.
- Be caring, compassionate, patient, respectful, and understanding.
- Ensure completion and secure storage of records and documentation following Agency policies and procedures and the Department of Families requirements.
- Participate in staff meetings and professional development, assist in training new staff, follow policies and procedures of the organization, and maintain confidentiality.
- Assist the individuals with the management of their funds on a day-to-day basis.
- Ensure a safe and well-maintained living environment, adhering to fire safety regulations, food handling protocols in alignment with public health standards, Government and organization’s policies, procedures, and regulations.

**What you will bring**:

- Experience with supporting individual(s) with developmental disabilities is an asset.
- A valid Emergency First Aid and CPR Level C.
- Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search, Child Abuse Registry check, and Adult Abuse Registry check, all done within the last 3 months.
- Valid Class 5F Manitoba Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle is an asset.
- NVCI (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention) Training Certification is an asset.
- Demonstrate effective communication strategies, along with strong relationship building skills.
- Dependable and reliable with the ability to adapt to changing situations.
- Demonstrate effective problem-solving skills.
- Flexibility in availability is required.

We thank all applicants for showing interest in joining Pulford; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.