Disability Support Worker

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda

Wood Buffalo, Alberta, Canada
Base: $20.23 - $30.35 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Fully remote
Personal care support
Medication dispensing and documentation
Safe and healthy environment
This position provides direct front line support to the individuals in the START program, aiming to empower them to live life to their fullest potential

Job Summary

  • This position provides direct front line support to the individuals in the START program, aiming to empower them to live life to their fullest potential.
  • Responsibilities include ensuring individuals are treated with dignity and respect, providing personal care, assisting with daily living skills, and fostering community inclusion.
  • The role requires flexibility, the ability to manage challenging situations, and a commitment to upholding The Salvation Army's mission, vision, and values.

Matching Summary

This position provides direct front line support to the individuals in the START program, aiming to empower them to live life to their fullest potential.

Salary

Base: $20.23 - $30.35 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Personal care support
  • Medication dispensing and documentation
  • Safe and healthy environment
  • Lifts and transfer assistance
  • Behavioral Support Plans
  • Household chores and meal preparation
  • Transportation to appointments
  • Community inclusion activities
  • Budget and money-saving assistance
  • Positive role model
  • Therapeutic rapport
  • First Aid/CPR certification
  • Valid driver's license and insurance
  • Vulnerable sector check

Nice-to-have

  • Adapt to changing schedules
  • Manage environmental challenges
  • Experience with aggression
  • Swimming ability
  • Team environment participation

Key Requirements

  • 3 years' experience working with adult individuals living with developmental disabilities
  • Relevant certificate/diploma in Human Services
  • Experience with Assistive Equipment and Environmental Interventions
  • Computer knowledge and report writing skills
  • Must possess valid driver’s license, abstract & Vehicle insurance with 2million liability
  • Must have own vehicle
  • Complete online training
  • Must have vulnerable sector check

Work Rights

Not specified

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