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Direct Support Specialist

2 weeks ago


Calgary, Alberta, Canada CBI Home Health Full time $45,000 - $65,000 per year

CBI Home Health is Canada's leading community-based healthcare provider, delivering both rehabilitation and home health services. Our integrated, interdisciplinary network delivers physical and mental health services in clinic, home and facility settings or remotely through virtual care / telehealth. With over 12,000 dedicated staff supporting over 800 communities across the country, we deliver proven outcomes that meet the evolving healthcare needs of Canadians.

Are you interested in making a difference in a client's everyday life by caring for them with compassion, dignity and respect? CBI Home Health has a great opportunity for you We are seeking Direct Support Specialists that are fluent in Cantonese/Mandarin

As a Direct Support Specialist with our CBI Home Health team, you will be responsible to support and facilitate the development of skills and competencies that will allow persons living with disabilities to pursue and fulfill their goals, objectives and aspirations.

PRIMARY DUTIES

As a Direct Support Specialist, you will:

  • Implement person-centered plans designed to support and assist adults, youth, and children with individual development, community disability/development, behaviour management and or personal care.
  • Assist and support individuals to participate in a meaningful way in their personal life planning, in the identification of personal goals and aspirations, and in the definition and expansion of opportunities for personal growth and meaningful, valued roles within the community.
  • Assist and support individuals in the establishment and maintenance of shared, respectful relationships within the community, with a view to meaningful participation and inclusion.
  • Be aware of the individual's physical, social and recreational environments, take action to minimize risks and maximize participation/inclusion, and refer more complex situations to more experienced resources where appropriate.
  • Be aware of and adhere to established policies, practices, and operational protocols, this includes being aware of adhering to medical protocols and standing orders relative to medication and other remedies.
  • Understand community issues and opportunities, and assist/support the individual with general access to and participation in the community.

QUALIFICATIONS

To take on the role of Direct Support Specialist you must:

  • Must be fluent in Cantonese and/or Mandarin
  • Post secondary education in Human Services with preference given to individuals with some specialized training and/or has demonstrated successful experience in a relevant setting
  • Experience working with clients who have challenging disabilities such as Autism, ADHD, and behavioural issues
  • A calm demeanor, as well as a positive attitude and belief that persons with disabilities have the right and responsibility to define and pursue their life choices and pursue active participation and involvement in the community
  • Ability to meet conditions of employment including but not limited to: active Standard First Aid/CPR Level C, Immunizations: Diphtheria, Tetanus, Hep B, Varicella, Measles, Mumps, Rubella along with clear TB testing, a clear Security Clearance including Vulnerable Records check and Intervention Records Check

About CBI Home Health:

For over 40 years, CBI has been working every day to improve the health and enrich the lives of Canadians.

As Canada's largest provider of community healthcare services, CBI is made up of over 13,000 personal caregivers, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, registered massage therapists, kinesiologists, chiropractors, speech-language pathologists, psychologists, physicians, nurses, dietitians, behavioural therapists, administrators, and professionals.

CBI is set apart by the unique ability to work as an integrated network to foster ongoing learning, enhance best practices, improve access to care for all Canadians and achieve the best outcomes possible for our clients. With a talented, interdisciplinary team of caregivers and professionals, CBI provides the right services, in the right place, at the right time.

To learn more about CBI, please visit

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Licenses & Certifications

Required

  • CPR Certification
  • First Aid Certification
  • Immunization Verification
  • TB 2 Step Test
  • VSS Receipt

Preferred

  • MB-Adult Abuse Regis Chck
  • ON-Abuse Training
  • ON-AODA
  • MB-Child Abuse Regis Chck
  • Code of Conduct
  • Ethics in the Community
  • ON-IASR
  • Infect Prev & Control CAN
  • NB-Video Monitor Consent
  • Privacy in Practice
  • References
  • Ann. Decl. of Crim. Off
  • Day 1 Orientation CL
  • Day 2 Orientation CL
  • Day 3 Orientation CL
  • Day 4 Orientation CL
  • Confidentiality/Non-Discl
  • Driver's Abstract
  • Driver's License
  • Excess Hours Agreement
  • NonViolence Crisis Interv
  • OT Averaging Agreement
  • Vehicle Maint. & OW
  • Vulnerable Sector Screen
  • Social Development Check
  • Temporary Work Permit
  • Vehicle Insurance
  • VSS Received
  • WHMIS Annual Training
  • Workplace Violence Harras
  • Worker H&S Awareness