CASUAL Disability Service Workers - Fort McMurray

In Your Role You Will

• Assist persons with developmental disabilities in a private residential or group home setting achieve their goals, become more independent and involved in their community.
• Supports vary according to individual service plans and goals; from personal care, housekeeping or companionship to developing a specific skill to learning general living skills like budgeting, meal planning, shopping.
• Support may be provided one-on-one or with others.
• promote inclusion in community activities involving artistic, educational, recreational programming and participation in the volunteer sector.
• link the client to community support services and employment coaching such as resume building or job searches.

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.

As An Ideal Candidate You Possess

• Grade 12 diploma or diploma in Disability Studies or related Social Sciences / Human Services or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. Specialized education and training and / or demonstrated success in relevant settings.
• Valid Class 5 Alberta driver’s license, suitable Driver’s Abstract, proof of insurability and own vehicle
• First Aid / CPR, Restrictive Procedures, Abuse Protocols, Non Violent Crisis Prevention Intervention.
• Committed to philosophies and principles of community based living for individuals in service.

Not sure you meet the requirements? We may be able to consider diverse combinations of skills, education and experience, so please apply.