Disability Support Worker
WJS Canada
- Bonnyville, AB
- $20.45-23.65 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Support individuals to build life skills and social/occupational skills, independence and encourage participation and social interaction within the community.
- Manage and deescalate physical/verbal behaviours
- Teach/assist the client with daily household tasks (food preparation, laundry, cleaning, etc) and personal care (grooming, dental care, bathing, toileting)
- Drive individual in your own vehicle to appointments, day programs, community events, etc..
- Observe/document needs of individuals in service.
- Full job description available upon request
- High School Diploma
- MANDATORY - One (1) year experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
- A valid Class 5 Driver License with clear driving abstract and reliable transportation
- A positive attitude and belief that persons with disabilities have the right / responsibility to define and pursue their life choices, and pursue active participation and involvement in the community.
- Skills in assisting individuals in anger management, daily living, self help, etc.
- First Aid/CPR Certification
- Crisis Prevention Intervention, Medication Administration, Abuse Protocol, Proactive Procedures and Behavioural Strategies, Foundations and Disabilities Training
- Knowledge of basic health and safety rules and guidelines for personal health and safety, as appropriate.
- Employer-paid Dental & Extended Health benefits for employees working 30+hr/wk
- Regular wage increases at 6 months and 1 year employment.
- Matching RRSP plan for eligible employees
- Staff training and opportunities to learn/work in a wide array of programs.
- An empowering balance of independence and supervision.
- Best practices programming and innovative care.
- Internal applicants must successfully complete their probationary period prior to applying *
Our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is unwavering. We believe that varied backgrounds and experiences fuel innovation and success. As an equal-opportunity employer, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion across all operations. We're seeking candidates passionate about contributing to our multicultural teams and enriching our workplace with their unique insights and cultural sensitivity.
We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply and join us in fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment.No telephone calls please. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be notified.