Job Description
Community Support Worker - 40 Hours Sunday-Thursday 7:00am-3:00pm
Calgary, AB, Canada Req #504
May 17, 2024
Why work for New Age Services?
NAS Inc. provides the best services for Individuals with development disabilities and complex needs t hrough the support of our diverse team of dedicated professionals in the city of Calgary. As we value diversity and inclusion, we believe that it makes us stronger. We offer a collaborative team environment, ongoing training and development opportunities, competitive wages and benefits. Our culture is defined by the 3Ps - purpose, people, and pioneering. We are united by our shared value to serve a bigger purpose than ourselves.
Our Individuals living at MacEwan are looking for Community Disability Practitioner for their daily need. The expected diagnoses for the Individual areAutism and Developmental Delays.Individual may display physical behaviour of concerns. A behavioural support plan will be provided to advance and achieve Individual's goals. The position requires to support Individuals with hygiene routines, meal preparation, house chores, getting groceries, and medication administration. We are also looking for someone who is comfortable driving in all quadrants of Calgary. This position will require driving and attending medical appointments, sporting activities such as swimming, etc.
About You:
You are compassionate, attentive, and passionate towards working with people with disabilities. You are comfortable with providing full personal care, participating in social and recreational activities, advocating for the Individual in the community, and encouraging healthy living styles & social interactions. You have a good knowledge of community events and activities that could be useful to integrate the Individuals. You are professional, take ownership, and willing to follow agency's policies and procedures. You are solution driven, where you can identify the need of support for the Individual's apprehensions/concerns. You are willing to take the time to understand and know your Individual and act/respond in their best interest, while maintaining professional boundaries. You have previous experience working with Individuals with disabilities; therefore, you are willing to research, develop, and implement programs to provide for growth the Individual. You can easily manage administrative work to create rapports for the Individual.
This temporary position is 40 hours/weekat MacEwan group home, which is in Northwest (NW) area of Calgary. The schedule will beSunday-Thursday from 7:00 AM to 3:00 (15:00) PM but may require some flexibility in schedule . The starting pay rate for this position will be $21.19with potential of getting a raise after the annual evaluation. After three months probationary period, you will be eligible for health and dental benefits along with 5 flex days after the six months of employment. The start date of this position isJune 3rd, 2024 until January 6, 2026 with the possibility of it becoming permanent.
- Minimum of a Diploma in the Human Services sector or Disability Sector (equivalences will be considered, programs completed internationally may require WES or IQAS assessment)
- One to two years relevant experience in the human services field would be an asset
- Must provide valid class 5 drivers license and have a reliable vehicle with minimum $2,000,000 liability insurance
- Intermediate in computer skills and administration skills
- Provide medical, technological , environmental, physical, and behavioural support
- Minimum required training in Emergency First Aid & CPR Level A
Preferred Requirements:
- Previous knowledge regarding Autism Spectrum & Developmental Delays would be an asset
- Previously trained and have the knowledge of medication administration
- Relevant trainings such as Non-violent Crises Intervention, Abuse Prevention Response Protocol, and Positive Behavior Supports, etc.
- Additional training requirements upon hiring would be Trauma Informed Care, Naloxone, Mental Health First Aid
Covid-19 Vaccination Policy: New Age Services Inc. (NAS Inc.) is committed to the health, safety, and well-being of its staff and of all individuals who enter its workplace. COVID-19 is a respiratory viral infection that has infected millions of individuals across the globe, including Canada. Proof of full vaccination (two doses plus any additional boosters, as required) or a medical proof or exemption will be mandatory for all NAS Inc. staff.
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