(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. We achieve this by providing a variety of services through our compassionate and dedicated staff community.
We are hiring for 2 Full Time positions within established residential home settings in
Cochrane, AB
.
The shifts
are 2100-0900 (9:00 p.m. to 9:00 a.m.) and the rotations are Thursday, Friday, Saturday, with alternating Wednesdays for both.
We are looking for compassionate, highly motivated, and committed people to join our Residential Support Program (RSP) team as a Residential Support Worker.
Candidates need to be trained professionals
and have established backgrounds in handling behaviours of concern, aggressive tendencies, and complicated histories in the individuals being supported. First hiring preference will be given to those with previous experience working in residential support programs.
As a Support Worker in our Residential Support Program (RSP), you will be responsible for the frontline, in-home, and community access provision of day-to-day support for individuals with cognitive issues, developmental disabilities, and behaviors of concern that may put themselves and others at risk. This is not an entry-level position.
To succeed as a Community Disability Support Worker (RSP) you will have the ability to:
Identify behaviors of concern and implement support plans
Assist individuals in the development of social skills and meaningful relationships, including providing community access supports
Be aware of and adhere to established policies, practices, and operational protocols
Use
previous job experience in professional care settings
to support individuals with multi-diagnoses and/or violent or self-harming tendencies
Provide support with personal care routines such as bathing, dressing, and grooming when needed
Formal Education:
Post-secondary education in Social Work, Community Disability Studies, Psychology, etc. is preferred.
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
. Applicants to this position should not be new to the support care sector.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Proven ability to work with mental health concerns, self harming behaviors, and aggressive tendencies
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to respond/remain calm in emotionally charged situations
Positive attitude
Solid computer, documentation, and verbal as well as written communication skills are needed
Must be able to identify issues, set priorities, and implement an appropriate plan of action
Good team work with smooth collaborations for daily tasks is a
must
Other Necessities:
You will need to have a reliable car with personal liability insurance including minimum third party liability coverage of two million dollars ($2,000,000.00)
A Class 5 or better driver's license issued in Canada is required
A willingness to driver for work and use your personal vehicle for work purposes
Successful candidates will need to complete a Vulnerable Sectors and Criminal Record check via CPS or RCMP
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, paid sick leave, and company pension plan
Paid time off
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, which can be found at https://c-l-a-s.ca/employment-application/ and attach your resume and cover letter.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $24.85-$27.16 per hour
Expected hours: 36 - 48 per week
Benefits:
Casual dress
Company pension
Dental care
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
Paid time off
Wellness program
Ability to commute/relocate:
Cochrane, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
Are there any hours of the day or days of the week that you cannot work? Please list your restrictions.
Experience:
residential support care: 1 year (preferred)
offering community access assistance: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
Class 5 or better driver's license, issued in Canada (required)
Work Location: In person
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