ABOUT US Turning Leaf is a non-profit, charitable organization that provides person-centered, crisis and treatment services to low and high-risk vulnerable and marginalized individuals living with mental illness and intellectual challenge in our community. Turning Leaf\xe2\x80\x99s support is customized to every individual\xe2\x80\x99s needs and risk level. We offer crisis-intervention and treatment services, community support, day program services, residential support (including emergency housing, 24-hour homes, cluster housing, and home share), a harm reduction program, clinical services, indigenous services and more. WHO WE SUPPORT The participants of our programs are often deeply impacted by their circumstances which can become barriers to living safely and independently in the community. Trauma, homelessness, poverty, addictions, discrimination, sexual exploitation, societal stigmas, and lack of access to resources are some of the barriers our participants face every day. MAKE AN IMPACT Being a part of the Turning Leaf family means you will have the opportunity to make a direct and positive impact on people\xe2\x80\x99s lives every day. The work is challenging in all the best ways and deeply rewarding. Many of our employees say they have found their life\xe2\x80\x99s purpose while working here. Turning Leaf provides ongoing, meaningful training to ensure we remain an industry leader and that our employees have the skills and confidence to be successful in their careers. We are an organization that pledges to uphold a workplace culture of inclusion, diversity, compassion, and respect. We are growing more and more all the time and we are always hiring. If you feel called to be a part of the Turning Leaf team, please apply today. New Hire Incentive Program: Full/Part-Time new hires will receive a $200 bonus after six months of employment. JOB SUMMARY Turning Leaf Support Services\xe2\x80\x99 Intensive Home Supports (IHS) Division is designed to provide 24-hour, in facility, person-centered supports to adults (or individuals transitioning to adulthood) who are living with intellectual challenge, developmental disability and/or mental illness. IHS Direct Support Workers will work directly with our participants in helping set goals and making healthy life choices. IHS Direct Support Workers will work closely with and report to the IHS Supervisors to observe, plan, implement and execute programs and activities that promote and encourage learning and development in daily living, social and life skills. *Currently hiring casuals (schedule availability 8am-4pm, Monday to Sunday) ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS \xc2\xa7 Cover letter and updated resume \xc2\xa7 18 years of age or older \xc2\xa7 Available anytime 32 - 40 hours p/week (Full time) \xc2\xa7 Available anytime 15 \xe2\x80\x93 25 hours p/week (Part time) \xc2\xa7 Available anytime 15- hours p/week (Casual) \xc2\xa7 Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check (no older than 3 months) \xc2\xa7 Valid Standard First Aid / CPR Certification \xc2\xa7 Minimum one-year direct support experience working in a residential or community setting \xc2\xa7 Completion of a Post-Secondary Education in Human Services (Certificate, Diploma or Degree) is considered an asset \xc2\xa7 Three employment references QUALITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS Turning Leaf IHS Direct Support Workers must possess the capacity to be aware of and control one\xe2\x80\x99s emotions. Moreover, IHS Direct Support Workers must be able to handle interpersonal relationships judiciously, empathetically, and professionally while executing their responsibilities and providing Turning Leaf\xe2\x80\x99s person-centered supports. In addition, every IHS Direct Support Worker must possess experience with and skills in: \xc2\xa7 Excellent written and oral communication skills \xc2\xa7 Working with adults who are living with an intellectual challenge, mental illness and who are in conflict with the law \xc2\xa7 De-escalating aggressive behavior \xc2\xa7 Conflict resolution skills \xc2\xa7 Aptitude towards managing crisis SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIRES Care and Supervision of the residents- includes, but not limited to: \xc2\xa7 Helping residents with daily activities \xc2\xa7 Monitoring and/or administering medications. \xc2\xa7 Monitoring basic medical care, follow-ups and maintaining required records \xc2\xa7 Encouraging residents to participate in social/recreational activities this will include supporting participants in community-based settings. \xc2\xa7 Dietary/food services including preparing/serving meals. \xc2\xa7 Domestic support/facility maintenance including and not limited to cleaning, laundry, trash removal etc. \xc2\xa7 Attend training and staff meetings when necessary; they are to be treated like a scheduled shift. \xc2\xa7 Written reports are maintained throughout your shift as per licensing standards. \xc2\xa7 Successfully create and submit incident reports when required. \xc2\xa7 Other duties as assigned. BENEFITS \xc2\xa7 Health Benefits (Full- & Part-time employees) \xc2\xa7 GRRSP Program (optional) \xc2\xa7 Paid Wellness Time (Full -time employees) \xc2\xa7 Bereavement and Compassionate Care Time \xc2\xa7 Awake Overnight Premium \xc2\xa7 Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP) \xc2\xa7 Paid training (First Aid/CPR, NVCI, VPA, etc.) Turning Leaf Services is an equal opportunity employer that pledges to uphold a workplace culture of inclusion, diversity, compassion, and respect. Turning Leaf offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits and is committed to cultivating an environment where work-life balance is valued. Job Type: Casual Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Morning shift

Application question(s):

• Are you eligible to work in Canada?

Experience:

• Support Worker in residential setting: 2 years (preferred)

Language:

• clearly and can read/write fluent English (required) (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• CPR/First Aid Certification (preferred)
• Saskatchewan Class 5 License (preferred)
• Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Sector Check (3 months) (preferred)

Work Location: In person