Community Disability Worker

Overview

The Community Disability Worker (CDW) provides direct support to Individuals Accessing Services (IASs) in achieving their goals and leading fulfilling lives. This frontline position supports adults or youth with developmental and physical disabilities. This includes providing medical, technological, environmental, emotional, physical, and behavioural support to IASs. The CDW helps individuals reach their goals by actively engaging with them, learning their interests, and supporting them to succeed.

This position participates in the research, development, and implementation of programs to meet IAS needs and proactively identifies and develops solutions for IAS concerns. The CDW also provides input in the development of IAS support plans (ISPs, PPP&RPs) and is responsible for updating and maintaining these documents and other required IAS documentation. This position is responsible for ensuring that all IAS documentation is completed in an effective and timely manner using the 4Cs: clearly, concisely, coherently, and considerately.

This position strives to create a culture of high performance and teamwork by consistently demonstrating excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. The CDW must follow all Vantage policies and procedures, health and safety protocols, legislative protocols, and strive to meet CET standards at all times.

Accountabilities

1. Ensure that the day-to-day needs of IASs are met, and that Vantage policies and procedures are being consistently followed

• Proactively build positive relationships with IASs
• Provide medical, technological, environmental, emotional, physical and behavioural support to IASs
• Advocate for IASs in the community and ensure that IASs are being supported and actively integrated in the community
• Ensure to safeguard IASs' rights/values and empower them to make their own decisions
• Be organized and proactive in the scheduling of IAS' daily activities
• Administer medication correctly for each IAS and follow appropriate policies and procedures
• Submit verbal and written reports of any accidents, incidents, or illnesses to the Team Leader immediately andguardian and worker as required
• Assist in coordinating or providing transportation for IAS needs
• Ensure that IASs are taken to medical appointments if needed
• Ensure that all health and safety protocols are followed consistently
• Ensure that program administrative requirements are consistently and effectively maintained (daily journals, outcome tracking, health summaries, IAS schedules, etc.) in accordance with agency procedures
• Ensure that all IAS documentation is completed in an effective and timely manner using the 4Cs: clearly, concisely, coherently, and considerately
• Ensure all administration and program activities and requirements are met in appropriate timelines as set out by internal and external contacts

2. Participate in the development and implementation of IAS support plans and achievement of IAS goals

• Participate in the research, development, and implementation of programs and solutions to meet IAS goals
• Provide input in the development and updating of Individual Support Plans (ISPs), Planned Positive Practices (PPPs) and Restrictive Procedures (RPs) if needed
• Liaise with the Team Leader to complete and update support plans and ensure that goal tracking is completed throughout the year (outcome tracking changes to IAS information, and all relevant information is up to date)
• Participate in IAS network and team meetings as required

3. Be a positive and contributing member of the team

• Help create a culture of recognition and appreciation on the team
• Actively participate and contribute new ideas in team meetings
• Consistently arrive for shifts on time and notify the Peer Leader or Team Leader immediately if an unexpected situation arises that causes you to be late

Competencies

Decision Making: uses strong critical thinking tomake timely, informed decisions that consider the facts, goals, constraints, and risks pertaining to day-to-day IAS needs

Communication: able to listen to IASs effectively and communicates in a way that builds rapport and trust with IASs, team members, and stakeholders; and writes documentation clearly, coherently, concisely, and considerately

Adaptability: adapts to changing program needs and a variety of situations that arise daily; and supports the cultivation of a work environment that can manage change well

People-focused: fosters an inclusive and positive work environment for the team's diverse staff; and promotes cooperation and commitment to achieve goals

Learning: proactively identifies ways for self-improvement and leadership development, and fully supports the growth and development in all workers

Advocacy: provides supports and advocates for the independence, equal opportunity, and participation of IASs in society

Qualifications/Experience

• Minimum of a high school diploma plus a minimum of one year of additional training in a relevant discipline from a recognized institution (Canadian Certificate in the Human Services Field is preferred)
• Minimum of one year of progressive direct service experience
• Mandatory training (First Aid & CPR, Abuse Protocol Training, The Mandt System, ASIST, Mental Health First Aid, Med Assist, Universal Precautions, and PPP & RP) and other individual specific training (training and recertification opportunities are provided by Vantage)
• Must be willing to complete Foundations training through ACDS
• Must have a clear Vulnerable Sector Check
• Proficient digital skills (computer and writing/reporting skills and basic internet search skills)
• Flexibility to work various shift schedules and in physically demanding situations
• Possession of a reliable car with personal liability insurance, providing a minimum coverage of two million ($2,000,000.00)
• Possession of a Class 5 - Non GDL Driver's License with a clean drivers abstract and no restrictions

We are committed to creating an environment that is fair, respectful and supportive for our employees, candidates and clients. Having a diverse pipeline of candidates is essential in helping Vantage find top talent. Diversity, equity and inclusion also help us build the best team where different perspectives, experiences and beliefs are valued, leading to better performance.

Please help us gauge how we're holding after our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion by answering the last 5 questions in the screening questionnaire. Your participation will help us build on our inclusive culture. Your responses to these questions will be confidential. Completion of these screening questionnaires are optional and won't affect your application for current and future opportunities.

Join our dedicated and supportive team at Vantage, where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities while enjoying a vibrant and fun work environment. In addition to a competitive salary, you'll have the opportunity to grow professionally and contribute to our mission of promoting independence and delivering joy-filled opportunities.

Apply now and be a part of our team where work and passion align

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Please note that due to the high number of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Discounted or free food
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Store discount
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Application question(s):

• Are you prepared to do personal care for supported individuals?
• Do you have a current (within the last 6 months) police check with vulnerable sector?
• Do you identify as a member of visible minority (persons, other than indigenous people who are non Caucasian in race or non-white in color)? Answer Yes, No or Prefer Not to Answer
• Do you identify as an indigenous person (people who are First Nation, Inuit or Métis. First Nation includes treaty, status or registered Indians as well as non-status and non-registered Indians)? Answer Yes, No or Prefer Not to Answer
• Do you identify as a person with a disability? Answer Yes, No or Prefer Not to Answer
• Do you identify as being part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community? Answer Yes, No or Prefer Not to Answer
• What are your preferred pronouns? Answer She/Her/Hers, He/Him/His, They/Them/Their, Others or Prefer Not to Answer

Experience:

• direct disability support: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Full Class 5 (Not a GDL) Drivers License (required)

Work Location: In person