Community Support Worker

2 days ago

Westlock, Canada WJS Canada Full time

Hours of Work Per Week: 42 average
Scheduled Days Each Week: Varies

Scheduled Hours: 9am to 9pm (or as required) working 4 shifts-on, 4 shifts-off
**The Program**
336-38 Westlock A-Team
This long-term program mentors persons with developmental disabilities to maximize their independence, further develop their unique strengths and enjoy community integration through social and recreational activities.
- The client in this program smokes - the support worker must be alright working in this environment
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**The Position**
The Disability Support Worker will support the client(s) with daily living activities (meal preparation, household chores, laundry, etc.) and community access (accessing transportation to educational, recreation and community programs/events).
**In Your Role You Will**
- Encourage client in achieving Individual Support Plan (ISP) goals, support them during setbacks and celebrate their successes.
- Assist individuals, according to functioning abilities, with hygiene, personal care and daily living skills - such as preparing meals.
- Drive person in care (in your own vehicle) and supervise/participate with the client in recreational, leisure, vocational (training/employment) activities in the community.
- Assist individual with behavioural, emotional and social needs/skills
- Administer medication, first aid if/when necessary.

** 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.**

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- Experience working with developmental disability, mental illness (or home care, PSW, Education Assistant)
- High School Diploma
- MUST HAVE - Class 5 Driver’s License; reliable vehicle, clean driver’s abstract and adequate insurance
- Skills in coaching/assisting individuals in life skills, anger management, daily chores, self help & problem solving, etc.
- Must be physically able to do lifts/transfers and be able to provide personal care, such as bathing, etc.
- Committed to philosophies and principles of community based living for individuals in service.
- Good computer skills - as all files are electronic
- We recognize that equity diversity and inclusion (EDI) is an important element in our work and in our day to day lives.*
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**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $17.39-$20.00 per hour

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