Inclusions East Inc.
Job Summary:
Job Description:
Major Accountabilities of DSW
To support and advocate on behalf of persons with an intellectual disability.
To support personal development training while continuously striving to increase community inclusion and participation using the principles of person-directed planning.
To provide support to clients both alone and in small group activities. Specific support will vary but may also include participation and/or transportation to organized community events, computer and/or other learning support, assistance with personal hygiene skills, assistance in pre-employment skills, etc.
To ensure medications are appropriately administered/documented and to provide input/ follow a behavioral plan specific to assigned clients in accordance with standard teaching principles and personal case plan of individual.
To attend and participate in staff meetings, case plans, etc. as required and assist with supports needed for community inclusion and participation and/or placements. This may include providing transportation, job coaching, etc.
To consult with significant others and participate in planning. Plans will support clients in scheduling transitions in a timely manner and focus on needs for quality of life and inclusion in the community.
To ensure open, timely and accurate communication at all times and liaise with clients, families, Inclusions East staff from all Divisions and external Agencies partners and businesses providing exceptional client service by demonstrating a professional attitude at all times.
Other duties as required
Qualifications
Education:
- Successful completion of a recognized Human Services program and/or university degree in a related field.
- Specific training in Applied Behavior Analysis
Experience
- Previous experience an asset
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Other
- Must present a satisfactorily completed criminal record check
- 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 abilities and good public relations skills.
- Must be able to work and relate well with clients and be able to work with minimal supervision.
- Must be able to provide a driver’s abstract
- Knowledge of the community and applicable contacts and resources are definite assets.
- Current First-Aid and CPR and Mandt training are an asset