Direct Support Worker

Job Description:

Inclusions East is hiring fulltime direct support workers to join our residential team!

Purpose: Provide support to enable a person(s) with an intellectual disability to have a physical presence in the community, join community activities/groups, have personal relationships, learn and develop skills and abilities, guide towards learning decision making skills, and value self-worth.

Education:

• Successful completion of a recognized Human Services program and/or university degree in a related field.

Experience:

• Previous experience an asset
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Other:

• Must present a satisfactory 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.
• Knowledge of the community and applicable contacts and resources are definite assets.
• Current First-Aid and CPR and Mandt training are an preferred but can be obtained within the first three months of employment.
• We would like to thank you for taking the time to apply to our position, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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