Assessor, Lloydminster - SaskAbilities

Saskatchewan Abilities Council; Regina; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Saskatchewan Abilities Council is seeking an Assessor to perform client-centered disability assessments across Saskatchewan. You will conduct in-person evaluations, often in homes or public spaces, with travel and occasional overnight stays.

You will record findings in a data management system and analyze information for accuracy, ensuring fair use of assessment tools. Qualifications include a Degree in Human Services and at least two years of related assessment experience.

Qualifications

• Degree in Human Services.
• Minimum of two years related assessment work experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-person assessments with individuals in homes or public locations; occasional virtual/phone assessments.
• Travel within defined regions of the province; occasional overnight stays.
• Record information in electronic data management system or paper process.
• Analyze information for correctness and ensure consistent application of assessment tools.
• Provide project reporting to Senior Supervisor and Ministry staff as required.
• Coordinate daily workflow and liaise with community organizations as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication

Disability awareness

Driver's license

Education

Degree in Human Services

Job description

Compensation Pay Class 16 (range of $30.39 to $37.83 per hour) plus benefit package.

Duties and responsibilities:

The Assessor’s role is responsible for using a client-centred approach to conduct assessments with individuals, using established disability impact assessment tools. This position is also responsible for recording information obtained during the assessment process in a data management system and/or paper process, analyzing/reviewing information for correctness and ensuring the consistent and equitable application of the assessment tool.

Duties include:

• Conducting in-person assessments with individuals in their homes or public locations. In limited circumstances, assessments may be virtually or by phone.
• Travel is required, including occasional overnight stays, within defined regions of the province.
• Recording information obtained during the assessment process in an electronic data management system.
• Analyzing/reviewing information for correctness and ensuring the consistent and equitable application of the assessment tool.
• Providing project reporting and information as requested (verbal, paper, electronic), such as statistics, status updates, scheduling information, challenges, etc. to Senior Supervisor, management, and Ministry staff as required.
• Ongoing communication with Senior Supervisor and Administrator, as well as other Assessors in carrying out of responsibilities.
• Developing, scheduling, and coordinating daily workflow within specified timeframes.
• Liaising with other community organizations or support persons as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Degree in Human Services.

Experience:

• Minimum of two years related assessment work experience.

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• In depth understanding of disability issues including conducting assessments (disability, impact, functional, vocational).
• Valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Drivers License and use of personal vehicle.

Final Candidates are required to provide satisfactory criminal record checks including a vulnerable sector search.

SaskAbilities is an inclusive organization, welcoming individuals of all abilities. We believe in workplace diversity and we do not discriminate in our employee selection. Race, colour, disability, religion, gender, national origin or sexual orientation does not play a role in our hiring decisions.