AdaptABILITY Support Services provides personalized Programs, Supports and Services for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Position:
Independent Contractor - up to full time hours
Weekdays, occasional Saturdays
Education / Qualification:
DSW (Developmental Support Worker)
CYW (Child & Youth Worker)
Willing to consider:
PSW (Personal Support Worker) and/or
SSW (Social Service Worker) and/or
Equivalent / lived experience
Recent Graduates welcome
Responsibilities
Provide physical, emotional, social, and personal care and support for individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities.
Requirements
ASL (American Sign Language) Advanced
Positive attitude
Willing to learn new things
Willingness to follow specific instructions
Ability to lift 25+ lbs (with assistance)
Be a collaborative team member
Communicate with supervisor, clients, family/caretakers in an age appropriate, positive, compassionate language
Be willing and able to provide the following care:
Hygiene
Hand Hygiene
Toileting / Peri-care
Mobility Aid Use
Power wheelchairs
Manual wheelchairs
Walkers
Nutrition
Feeding - Solid and liquid intake
Physical
Physical therapy / Occupational therapy according to instructions
Implementing sensory diet
Lifting
Transferring
Positioning
Communication
Has experience working with AAC (Augmentative Alternative Communication Devices) is an asset
ASL (American Sign Language)