Cochrane Residential Program

Community Living Alternative Services (CLAS) is committed to promoting the development and well being of individuals who have developmental disabilities, to strengthen positive relationships between individuals and their community, and to promote inclusive living.

This fulltime posting is for Cochrane, Alberta. One 12 hour DAY SHIFT position is available. The shift runs from 0900 to :00 AM to 9:00 PM) Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday each week. Please list any days that you CANNOT work when submitting your application.

We are looking for a highly motivated, committed, and person-centered frontline worker to join our Residential Support team as Community Disability Service Practitioners. In order to be successful, you will need a background in handling multiple diagnoses, behaviours of concern, aggressive tendencies, and complicated histories in the individuals being supported.

As a Community Disability Service Practitioner you will be responsible for the frontline, in-home, and community access provisions of support for individuals with cognitive and/or mental health issues, developmental delays, and behaviors of concern that may put themselves and others at risk.

To succeed as a Community Disability Service Practitioner/Residential Support Worker you should be able to demonstrate the ability to:

• Identify behaviors of concern and implement support plans
• Assist and support individuals to access and participate in the community in meaningful ways
• Assist individuals in the development of social skills and meaningful relationships
• Be aware of and adhere to established policies, practices and operational protocols
• Provide support with ADLs such as personal care routines, cooking, and cleaning
• Transport individuals to and from appointments and outings using a reliable vehicle (Class 5 or better licence required)

You will bring:

Formal Education: Post Secondary Education in Social Work, Community Disability Studies, Psychology, etc.

Experience: A minimum of one (1) year of experience providing supports to adults with dual or multiple diagnoses. Experience dealing with challenging and sometimes physical or violent behaviors is a must.

Driving: A current Class 5 driver's licence that has been issued in Canada, a willingness to drive for work, and a reliable vehicle that will be used to transport individuals throughout the community.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Ability to confidently provide front line, in-home support to adults with cognitive and developmental disabilities who face varying challenges
• Proven ability to work with mental health concerns, self harming behaviors, and aggressive tendencies
• Ability to respond/remain calm in emotionally charged situations
• Positive attitude
• Strong computer, documentation, and English language skills are needed (both verbal and written)
• Punctuality and time management
• Must be able to identify issues, set priorities, and implement an appropriate plan of action
• Proven ability to work collaboratively

Other Necessities:

• You will need to have a reliable car through all seasons of the year and personal liability vehicle insurance. Minimum third party liability coverage must be set at two million dollars ($2,000,000.00)
• A Class 5 or better driver's license issued in Canada is required
• Successful candidates will need to complete a Vulnerable Sectors and Criminal Record Check

Why join our team?

We offer a unique and exciting work environment, where you have the opportunity everyday to make a positive impact on our individual's lives. We want to encourage you to do your best, so as a full time employee of CLAS you can look forward to:

• A competitive starting salary based on your education and experience
• A comprehensive Group Health benefits package and company pension plan
• Paid time off
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• A wide range of learning and development opportunities in support of your personal and professional development goals.

To Apply:

Please also complete an online application at https://c-l-a-s.ca/employment-application/ and attach your resume and cover letter.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $24.85-$27.16 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Cochrane, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

• The shift runs from 0900 to :00 AM to 9:00 PM) Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday each week. Please confirm your understanding of this fact.

Experience:

• residential support care: 1 year (preferred)
• supporting community access for persons with disabilities: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 5 or better driver's license issued in Canada (required)

Work Location: In person