Employment Program Support Worker

Job Description:

Community Support Worker

The vision and goal of Community Inclusions Ltd. is to support the person with an intellectual disability in important life experiences including the following: Having a physical presence in the community; Being involved with community activities/groups; Having personal relationships and friends; Learning and developing skills and abilities; Making decisions – taking control; and being respected – having a good reputation.

RESPONSIBLE TO: Employment Service Manager

DUTIES:

·       To keep in mind always that the vision and goal of Community Inclusions Ltd. is to support the person with an intellectual disability in important life experiences.

o   Having a physical presence in the community.

o   Being involved with community activities/groups.

o   Having personal relationships and friends.

o   Learning and developing skills and abilities.

o   Making decisions – taking control.

o   Being respected – having a good reputation.

·       To support and advocate on behalf of persons with an intellectual disability who are a part of your personal caseload.

·       To consult with significant others and develop personal plans for clients. Plans should identify long and short-term objectives and will focus on needs for quality of life and inclusion in the community.

·       To support on site day programming while continuously striving to increase community inclusions and participation.

·       To assist wit securing community placements/involvement and providing follow up coordination, monitoring and support. This includes providing transportation, job coaching, client scheduling, billings (lunch programs), etc.

·       To provide on site support to clients. Specific duties will vary from site to site but may include computer support, assistance with personal hygiene skills, ordering/purchasing supplies, job coaching, deliveries, etc.

·       To maintain positive supportive and professional communication with co-workers, families, other professionals and the community.

·       To ensure that the work environment is safe, clean, orderly, and welcoming to all.

·       To assume responsibility for site management in the absence of the Site Manager.

·       To attend and participate in staff (and other) meetings as required.

·       Other duties as required.

It should be noted that specific duties/tasks will vary depending on which shift is worked.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

·       Completion of a recognized Human Service program or equivalent post-secondary education.

·       Must have current First Aid and CPR training at the time of hiring.

·       Certification in MANDT is preferred but will also accept other forms of equivalent relationally based program that uses a gentle approach to prevent, de-escalate, and if necessary, intervene in behavioral interactions that could become aggressive.

Experience

·       A minimum of one year experience working in the Human Services field.

·       An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

·       Must be able to demonstrate an ability to develop, implement, and monitor meaningful day opportunities with and for clients.

·       Must possess strong abilities to problem solve. Must have positive communication skills.

·       Must be able to work and relate well with clients.

·       Must have access to a reliable vehicle.

·       Must have a proven ability to be self directed and to be able to handle difficult or emergency situations in a calm and professional manner.

·       Knowledge of the community and applicable contacts and resources are definite assets.

·       Presentation of a satisfactorily completed police record check is required.

·       Previous experience is an asset.

Other Qualifications:

·       Valid Drivers License.

·       Criminal Record Check (vulnerable Sector).

·       Vehicle insurance with a minimum recommended $2million liability.

·       Drivers abstract.