Job description
Community Living Alternative Services (CLAS) is committed to promoting the development and wellbeing of individuals who have developmental disabilities, to strengthening positive relationships between individuals and their community, and to encouraging inclusive living.
We are advertising to fill shifts that run from 0900-2100 and 2100-0900 (Awake Overnight). The rotations are either Thursday, Friday, Saturday with alternating Wednesdays or Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, with alternating Wednesdays. Please list the days or times that you cannot work when prompted to do so in this application.
We are looking for experienced, motivated, and committed person-centered frontline workers to join our Residential Support team as Community Disability Service Practitioners. A demonstrated background in handling behaviours of concern, aggressive tendencies, and complicated histories in the individuals being supported is required. The individuals accessing our services may have histories that include developmental disabilities, multiple diagnoses, violence, and/or addictions.
As a Community Disability Service Practitioner (Residential Support) 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. These are not entry-level positions. The wage range for this position is between $24.00 and $27.00 an hour, based on Canadian-certified education and Canadian experience.
To succeed as a Community Disability Service Practitioner/Residential Support Worker you should be skilled at demonstrating the ability to:
- Identify behaviors of concern and implement support plans
- Assist and support individuals to access and participate in the community in a meaningful way
- Assist individuals in the development of social skills and meaningful relationships
- Be aware of and adhere to established policies, practices and operational protocols
- Assist in or provide support in personal care routines such as bathing, dressing, and grooming when needed
- Utilize professionally trained crisis prevention and person-centered care approaches
You will bring
Formal Education: Post Secondary Education in Social Work, Community Disability Studies, Psychology, etc.
Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of experience providing supports to youth and/or adults with dual or multiple diagnoses. Experience dealing with challenging and sometimes physical or violent behaviors is a must.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Ability to confidently provide front line, in-home support to people with cognitive and developmental disabilities who face varying challenges
- 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 English language skills are needed
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Must be able to identify issues, set priorities and implement an appropriate plan of action
- Proven ability to work collaboratively, take direction, and accept feedback
Other Necessities
- You will need to have a reliable car with personal liability insurance. Minimum third party liability coverage must be two million dollars ($2,000,000.00)
- You will need to be able to use your own vehicle for work purposes (driving for work)
- A Class 5 or better driver's license issued in Canada is required
- Successful candidates will need to complete a Vulnerable Sectors and Criminal Record Check
Why join our team?
We offer a unique and exciting work environment, where you have the opportunity every day to make a positive impact on our individuals’ 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 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 complete our Online Employment Application and attach your cover letter and resume. https://c-l-a-s.ca/employment-application/
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $24.85-$27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Wellness program
Application question(s):
- Are there any days of the week or hours of the day that you CANNOT work? List any restrictions.
Experience:
- residential support care: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Class 5 or better driver's license issued in Canada (required)
Work Location: In person
