Direct Support Workers Needed!
Part time and casual evening and weekend positions available for existing support situations.
Our Mission : Arcane Horizon provides community living supports that focus on quality of life, respect and dignity for adults with intellectual disabilities.
Our Vision : Adults with intellectual disabilities are included, accepted and valued in our communities.
What we Offer:
· Competitive wages with employee bonuses and milestone service awards
· Flexible hours
· Employee discounts that promote health and wellness
· Advancement opportunities
· Employee development opportunities
· Rewarding work in a supportive team environment
Duties and Responsibilities Include:
- Supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in all aspects of their day-to-day lives
- Encouraging personal skill development in all areas of the individual's life by showing, teaching and providing opportunities for new experiences.
- Building a relationship with the individual, based on respect and trust.
- Supporting people in social situations and help to build positive relationships.
- Sharing and contributing ideas, knowledge and questions with colleagues.
- Administering medications when necessary.
- Reading and documenting in log books and communication books.
- Assisting around the home with various tasks and taking the individuals to appointments and outings.
- Assisting with personal spending.
- Assisting with personal care when necessary.
Candidates must be team players who handle change well, demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, a mature positive attitude and the desire to support adults with developmental disabilities. The successful candidates will be positive role models, prepared to support individuals with all aspects of community & residential living.
A valid Manitoba driver's license supported by a clear driver's abstract is required. A current (within the last 3 months) clear Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check is required upon hire. Candidates must possess excellent communication skills with the ability to speak, read & write English fluently. Experience supporting individuals with a disability is considered an asset.
For more information on our agency, please visit our website at www.arcanehorizon.org/
Thank you for your interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
Experience:
- supporting adults with disabilities: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- class 5I or 5F driver's license (required)
Work Location: In person
